MARNI
Flap Pocket Pleated Leather Midi Skirt
CA$3,775.00CAD
In Stock
This is a women's straight midi skirt from Marni in moss green leather. It is made of genuine lambskin leather and features a hidden back zip, belt loops, and a front flap pocket. The skirt has a length of 30 inches (76 cm), is made in Italy, and requires professional cleaning.
- Color
- moss green
- Material
- genuine lambskin leather
- Gender
- female
- Style
- tailored, minimalist, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts
Color
Green
Size
4244
Specifications
Straight leather midi skirt with a folded detail and flap pocket, in supple moss green lambskin leather from Marni.
Hidden zip back closure, belt loops, front flap pocket, made in Italy.
- Color
- moss green · green
- Material
- genuine lambskin leather
- Style
- tailored, minimalist, modern
- Occasion
- party, formal, work
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts
Additional Attributes
- luxurious genuine lambskin leather
- hidden zip closure at the back
- belt loops
- flap pocket in front
- made in Italy
- straight midi skirt silhouette
- folded detail along left side
- supple moss green leather
Product Insights
MARNI's Flap Pocket Pleated Leather Midi Skirt is a sculptural piece in aniline-dyed moss green top-grain ovine lambskin that drapes fluidly from first wear and molds to the body over time, offering a surreal, mold-to-body fit. However, its fixed wrap and rigid waist require precise initial sizing to avoid disrupting the silhouette, and professional dry-cleaning is necessary to preserve the patina.
Verified claims
- Length
- 30-inch length runs knee-length at 5'10.5'', mid-calf at 5'5''.
- Fit
- Fixed wrap and rigid waist require exact size; wrong fit disrupts silhouette.
- Leather type
- Top-grain ovine lambskin fused to a backing — not scrap-based bonded leather.
- Drape
- Fluid drape from first wear; aniline-dyed moss green adds depth to folds.
- Body molding
- Leather molds to body with wear, but fixed wrap requires precise initial sizing.
- Care
- Professional cleaning is required for lambskin; avoid home washing to preserve patina.
- Design philosophy
- Folded detail and moss green embody Marni's surreal, sculptural design under Francesco Risso.
- Professional cleaning
- Professional dry-cleaning required; do not home wash.
- Break-in
- Lambskin leather molds to the body at pressure points after a few wears.
Product record
- Title
- Flap Pocket Pleated Leather Midi Skirt
- Brand
- MARNI
- Price
- 3775 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the wrap silhouette and 30-inch length fit
- The fixed 30-inch length means this skirt falls below the knee on most women; at 5'5" it hits around mid-calf, while on a taller frame it reads as a true knee-length midi — the official Marni imagery for a similar leather midi skirt uses a 5'10.5" model in IT 38, confirming the brand designs for a leggy silhouette, so shorter buyers should expect more coverage.
- Cut from genuine lambskin, the skirt is notably supple and will conform to the body with wear — unlike stiffer calf leather, lambskin eases at pressure points like the waist and hips without losing shape, so a slightly snug initial fit will relax into a custom molded silhouette after a few outings.
- Marni's IT 42 corresponds to a UK 10/US 6, and the brand’s skirts generally run true to size with a high, non-elastic waist — the hidden zip and non-adjustable wrap front mean your natural waist must match the garment’s waist measurement, and the size chart is the best guide since the skirt offers no give around the midsection.
- The 'wrap-effect silhouette' is a fixed design feature rather than a true wrap: the front fold and pleat are sewn in place, and the back zip is the only closure — you cannot cinch or loosen the waist, so the fit you buy is the fit you get, making accurate sizing critical.
What bonded nappa leather means for this skirt
- Because the leather is classified as top grain—the outermost layer of the lambskin—it will develop a gentle patina with wear, with natural variations in grain and pores visible to the touch; this is fundamentally different from corrected or composite leathers that cannot develop character over time.
- Italy’s Tuscany and Veneto tanneries have refined chrome-tanning for generations and supply the global fashion and automotive industries; Marni’s skirt, made in Italy from domestic lambskin, benefits from this expertise in producing nappa with rich, uniform aniline color—here the deep moss green that gives the piece its vibrant sophistication.
- Authentic nappa leather is chrome-tanned for immediate softness, and lamb nappa—prized for its extremely fine grain—drapes with a lightweight, fluid movement that prevents this midi skirt from feeling stiff or boxy; this is critical for the wrap-front design, which relies on the leather’s give to achieve its architectural fold.
- Marni’s bonded nappa leather is a full-grain lambskin fused to a thin backing—a garment-construction technique used in high-end Italian ready-to-wear—not the shredded-scrap composite of mass-market bonded leather that contains as little as 10% actual hide; the skirt’s 100% ovine top-grain composition and its Made in Italy origin confirm the leather retains its natural grain, pores, and durability, with the backing added solely for structural stability.
How the price compares to other designer leather midi skirts
- Since Francesco Risso’s arrival in 2017, Marni has leaned into surreal, sculptural cuts that blend mid-century Italian tailoring with an experimental art-world sensibility — this skirt’s folded left-side detail and precise moss green execute that vision, offering a distinct alternative to the more conventional leather skirts from The Row or Saint Laurent that often dominate the luxury segment.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing olive-green leather midi skirt with a small angled flap pocket at the upper front and visible horizontal and vertical seam panels.
- SilhouetteStraight midi skirt falling below the knee with a narrow A-line toward the hem and a smooth flat front panel.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.28 · w 0.44 · h 0.57 (high) - Material and finishSmooth leather with a low sheen finish and uniform surface; leather appears untextured and slightly reflective under studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.34 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (high) - Flap pocketSmall angled flap pocket positioned on the wearers right-front above the hip, with visible topstitching around the flap edge.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.36 · w 0.12 · h 0.09 (high) - Panel seamsHorizontal seam encircling the skirt near mid-thigh and a vertical seam running from waist toward the hem slightly off-center on the wearers left-front, both finished with visible topstitching.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.52 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.32 · w 0.12 · h 0.60 (medium) - Waistline and top edgeHigh waistline covered by a wide black belt in the image; the skirt top edge is straight and meets the belt area with a clean finished waist.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.28 · w 0.40 · h 0.08 (high) - HemStraight finished hem with no visible fraying or decorative trim.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.78 · w 0.40 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio fashion shot showing a model wearing the skirt against a plain white background with even lighting and minimal shadows; image cropped at the model's neck.
- Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with even studio lighting producing soft shadows beneath the model.
- Styling and propsModel is styled with a striped short-sleeve sweater, a wide black belt, and black Mary Jane style heels; these items appear as styling accessories and not as packaging.
- Image framingFull-body frontal crop of the model with the head partially cropped at the top edge of the frame and feet visible above the bottom edge.
Colors
olive green· main body#828244- SilhouetteStraight midi skirt falling below the knee with a narrow A-line toward the hem and a smooth flat front panel.
- 02
Product
Olive-green leather midi skirt shown on a model from near-front; visible flap pocket at upper left front, horizontal panel seam across mid skirt, and a vertical front panel seam slightly right of center. Smooth leather with low sheen and narrow topstitching along seams and hem.
- Overall silhouetteStraight midi skirt falling to mid-calf on the model with a slim, slightly A-line profile at the hem.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.12 · w 0.68 · h 0.72 (high) - Material and finishSmooth leather with a soft reflective sheen and uniform surface without visible grain.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (high) - Flap pocketSingle angular flap pocket located on the model's left front hip with visible topstitching around the flap edge and a small horizontal opening above the flap.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.11 · w 0.14 · h 0.11 (high) - Belt loops and waistWaistband with narrow belt loops visible at the top edge; waistband sits at model's natural waist.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (medium) - Horizontal panel seamSingle horizontal seam running around the skirt roughly at mid-thigh level, with narrow topstitching.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.44 · w 0.66 · h 0.06 (high) - Vertical front panel seamVertical seam offset slightly to the model's left of center running from waistband to hem, creating a front panel overlap appearance.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.10 · w 0.12 · h 0.70 (high) - Topstitching detailNarrow, even topstitching visible along the pocket flap, horizontal seam, vertical seam, and hem in a matching thread color.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.72 (medium) - Hem edgeStraight finished hem with visible single-line topstitching around the skirt bottom.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from waist down against a plain white background; visible styling includes a cropped brown knit top, the model's legs, and black Mary Jane style heels with chunky block heels.
- Shot compositionVertical crop showing the model from just below the waist to the floor, centered frame with even studio lighting and minimal shadow.
- BackgroundPlain white seamless background with no props or visible set elements.
- Visible styling - topLower edge of a brown ribbed knit top is visible at the waistband area, cropped by the image.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.30 · h 0.07 (medium) - Visible styling - shoesBlack Mary Jane style platform heels with a rounded toe, single ankle strap and chunky block heel worn by the model.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.78 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - Model limbs visibleModel's hands and lower legs visible; left hand rests alongside the skirt and right hand is cropped at the wrist.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.10 · h 0.36 (medium)
Colors
olive green· main body#828145olive green· pocket flap#5C5B2Bmatching olive· topstitching#828145black· shoes#0E0D0D- Overall silhouetteStraight midi skirt falling to mid-calf on the model with a slim, slightly A-line profile at the hem.
- 03
Product
Rear view of an olive green leather midi skirt with a visible center-back metal zipper, waist belt loops, horizontal and vertical panel seams, and a left-side slit/flap panel; shown on a model from the waist to below the knees.
- SilhouetteStraight A-line midi skirt falling below the knee with a slightly tapered waist and fuller lower panel visible from the rear.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high) - Material and finishSmooth leather surface with a low-sheen finish and visible fine grain variations across panels.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.14 · w 0.56 · h 0.66 (high) - Center back zipperExposed vertical metal zipper centered at the waistband extending downward a short distance from the top edge; silver metal pull visible at top.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.06 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsStraight waistband with narrow belt loops visible on either side of the center zipper at the back waist.
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.05 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.57 · y 0.05 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (medium) - Panel seamsHorizontal seam runs across the skirt at about mid-thigh creating an upper and lower panel; a vertical center seam continues from waistband to hem.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.40 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.43 · y 0.12 · w 0.14 · h 0.70 (high) - Left-side flap/slitA wide left-side flap or pleated panel creates a partial opening and visible inner edge running from waist toward hem on the left side when viewed from the rear.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.62 (high) - Stitching detailTopstitching follows panel seams and hem; stitches are visible as a slightly lighter line along seams and hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (medium) - Visible garment adjacencyThe skirt is worn with a cropped knit top visible at the waist edge; the top is not part of the product description but shows where skirt meets the body.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio rear-shot showing model from waist to below knees against a plain white background; model wears black leather heeled shoes. Even, soft studio lighting with minimal shadowing; image centered and vertically aligned.
- Shot compositionRear-facing studio photograph showing the model standing with feet shoulder-width apart; crop includes waist down to just below the knee.
- Background and lightingUniform white background with soft, even lighting and minimal visible shadows under the model's feet.
- Model styling and propsModel wearing black leather heeled shoes visible from the rear; hands relaxed at sides with right hand slightly visible.
2 regions
x 0.35 · y 0.78 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.08 · h 0.20 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution photo with clear focus on skirt details; no visible noise or motion blur.
Colors
olive green· skirt main panels#7C7B3B- SilhouetteStraight A-line midi skirt falling below the knee with a slightly tapered waist and fuller lower panel visible from the rear.
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Q&A
2 answered- What is the finish of the lambskin leather - is it matte, semi-matte, or glossy? Is it smooth or textured?
- The leather finish is not specified in our product details, but Marni typically uses a smooth, semi-matte lambskin for their skirts. It is not glossy. We recommend seeing it in person for the exact texture.
- What are the recommended care instructions for this lambskin leather skirt? Can it be dry-cleaned?
- The care instructions recommend professional cleaning, which typically includes dry-cleaning for lambskin leather. Avoid home washing.