Sacai
Stripes And Flowers Pleated Midi Skirt
The Sacai Stripes And Flowers Pleated Midi Skirt is a women's midi-length skirt made in Japan from flowy, satiny polyester crepe with a thin lining. It features accordion pleating and two contrasting printed panels, one with a dark floral motif on a white ground and the other with black, white, and dark green horizontal stripes. Key specifications include a hidden zipped side closure, a length of 31.5 inches (80 cm), and sizing equivalents of 1=XS, 2=S, 3=M, and 4=L.
- Material
- polyester crepe
- Gender
- female
- Style
- classic, trendy, experimental
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts
Specifications
A silky pleated midi skirt with stripes and flowers patterns, hidden zipper, and an elegant play on contrasts.
Accordion pleating, polyester crepe, thin lining, hidden side zipper closure, midi length.
- Material
- polyester crepe
- Style
- classic, trendy, experimental
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts
Additional Attributes
- accordion pleating
- silky polyester crepe fabric
- thin lining
- hidden zipper side closure
- midi length (31.5 inches)
- made in Japan
- stripes and flowers patterns
- dark colour palette
- elegant play on contrasts
Product Insights
Sacai's Stripes And Flowers Pleated Midi Skirt embodies the brand's principle of stability and betrayal through a hybrid design of floral and stripe patterns on permanent accordion pleats that shift and change with movement, creating a subversive, high-contrast graphic. The skirt drapes fluidly over hips with an anti-static cupro lining, retains its pleats through dry cleaning, and masks wrinkles due to the crepe texture. However, its demanding silhouette requires a defined waist and heeled shoes, and maintenance involves hand-washing with pleats secured. Originally C$1,295, now at 85% off and out of stock in a discontinued colorway, this piece offers avant-garde design and technical craftsmanship at a fraction of the cost.
Verified claims
- Design philosophy
- Stripes and florals on pleats embody Sacai's stability-and-betrayal principle.
- Hybrid design
- The skirt exemplifies Sacai's design principle of juxtaposition, combining floral and stripe patterns.
- Visual effect
- Accordion pleats cause the patterns to shift and change with movement.
- Subversive mood
- Dark floral and stripes embody Sacai’s juxtaposition principle for a subversive, evening-ready mood.
- Graphic impact
- White ground with dark floral and striped motifs creates a high-contrast, moody graphic that photographs sharply and typifies Sacai's juxtaposition.
- Pattern fragmentation
- The accordion pleats fragment the printed stripes and florals, creating a dynamic, ever-changing visual.
- Drape and movement
- Skirt drapes fluidly, skims hips, and moves without clinging.
- Pleat retention
- Accordion pleats are heat-set to hold shape through repeated dry cleaning.
- Fabric hand
- Crepe's crinkled surface masks wrinkles; lining feels smooth and cool.
- Lining
- Anti-static cupro lining prevents the skirt from clinging to tights or skin.
- Wrinkle resistance
- Crepe texture and heat-set pleats hide creases and keep the skirt looking crisp.
- Fit
- Fits true to size; size 1 is XS, 2 is S, 3 is M, and 4 is L.
- Textural contrast
- 100% polyester crepe and 100% cupro lining intentionally contrast textures and create fluid drape.
- Value
- Original C$1,295, now C$199.95 — 85% off and below many mass-market skirts.
- Craftsmanship
- Heat-set pleats hold shape; cupro lining is breathable and anti-static; fits true to size.
- Design pedigree
- Abe's eight-year apprenticeship at Comme des Garçons informs Sacai's logo-free avant-garde design.
- Scarcity
- Out of stock — final unit of a discontinued colorway, unlikely to be restocked.
- Pleating
- Accordion pleats are heat-set permanently, a technically difficult achievement reflecting founder Abe's pattern-cutter background.
- Design Language
- The skirt fuses stripes and florals in a logo-free hybrid design, embodying Sacai's principle of 'stability and betrayal'.
- Pleat care
- The skirt is labeled dry clean only; if hand washing, secure the pleats with loose stitches and dry flat to maintain the folds.
- Brand expertise
- Founder's pattern-making expertise and independent ownership enable technically complex pleating.
- Proportion
- Mid-calf length gives a modern silhouette; anchor it with a defined waist and footwear with visual weight and height, such as ankle boots, block heels, or chunky sneakers.
- Fabric quality
- Skirt combines anti-static cupro lining, wrinkle-disguising crepe, and heat-set permanent pleats for easy wear.
- Versatility
- Transitions from office to date-night, casual, or preppy by changing the top.
- Waist definition
- A fitted or tucked top defines the waist against the pleats' volume.
- Shoe pairings
- Accordion pleats demand shoes with visual weight and height: ankle boots, block heels, or chunky sneakers.
- Pairing concept
- A graphic tee pairs naturally with this skirt's bold pattern mix and everyday design ethos.
- Styling
- Accordion pleats need a defined waist, height in shoes, and an unexpected element to reflect Sacai's juxtaposition.
- Manufacturing origin
- The skirt is made in Japan, and its accordion pleats are produced with a Japanese heat-set process refined over decades.
- Length
- The skirt has a 31.5-inch (80 cm) length that falls to mid-calf.
- Closure
- The skirt has a hidden zipped side closure.
Product record
- Title
- Stripes And Flowers Pleated Midi Skirt
- Brand
- Sacai
- Price
- 1295 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A pleated midi skirt composed of two distinct printed panels: a white background panel with black floral print and a contrasting pleated plaid panel with black, white and dark green horizontal stripes; skirt hangs to mid-calf with a softly flared hem and visible narrow knife pleats.
- Overall silhouetteA midi-length, A-line skirt falling to mid-calf with a soft flare created by narrow vertical pleats across the skirt.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.36 · w 0.80 · h 0.57 (high) - Left panel printLeft-side panel (viewer left) shows an allover black floral print on a white background; flowers and stems appear in a dense, scattered layout.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.36 · w 0.38 · h 0.57 (high) - Right panel plaidRight-side panel (viewer right) is a contrasting pleated plaid: predominantly black with white horizontal banding and thin dark green accent lines; pleats are narrow and evenly spaced.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.38 · w 0.38 · h 0.56 (high) - Panel junctionA visible vertical seam or overlap where the floral panel meets the plaid panel, creating an asymmetric two-pattern layout at the front center-right of the skirt.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.42 · w 0.10 · h 0.40 (medium) - Sheer lower edge on plaidLower portion of the plaid panel appears slightly sheer or more translucent than the floral panel, revealing faint leg silhouette behind pleats.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.76 · w 0.28 · h 0.17 (medium) - Waistband areaThe waistband is mostly covered by the top but the skirt begins at the natural waist with pleats starting immediately beneath the waistline.Partial
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.34 · w 0.48 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Image shows a model wearing the skirt against a plain light grey background; the shot is full-length cropped just above the model's head and slightly above the ankles. Lighting is even and soft with minimal shadows. A white sleeveless top and black platform sandals are visible; model pose has hands behind back.
- Background and stagingNeutral light grey seamless background with even studio lighting and soft shadowing on the floor.
- Model and poseFemale model stands facing forward with hands placed behind the back, head slightly cropped at top of image.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 1.00 (high) - Visible styling piecesStyling includes a sleeveless white pleated-top tucked over the skirt and black chunky platform sandals; these are props for the outfit image.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.84 · w 0.44 · h 0.13 (high) - Image crop and framingImage is vertically framed to show full body from just above the head to slightly above the ankles; even padding around model left and right.
Colors
white· left skirt panel backgroundblack· left skirt floral print#131314black· right skirt plaid background#0D0D0Edark green· right skirt plaid accent lines- Overall silhouetteA midi-length, A-line skirt falling to mid-calf with a soft flare created by narrow vertical pleats across the skirt.
- 02
Product
A mid-calf pleated skirt composed of two distinct printed panels joined at a narrow dark waistband; left-panel shows a white base with scattered dark floral print, right-panel shows narrow accordion pleats with horizontal stripes and darker semi-sheer bands.
- Silhouette and lengthMidi-length skirt falling to mid-calf with a full, A-line silhouette created by narrow accordion pleats.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.82 (high) - WaistbandNarrow flat waistband in a solid dark navy or black fabric sitting at the natural waist with a smooth non-pleated top edge.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.06 (high) - Left panel printWhite background printed with scattered dark floral motifs composed of leaves and clustered flowers; pleats are present but print remains continuous across folds.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.12 · w 0.46 · h 0.72 (high) - Right panel pattern and pleatingRight-side panel formed from tighter accordion pleats showing alternating horizontal bands: solid dark bands and thinner white and green stripes, with some sections appearing slightly sheer over a darker underlayer.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.12 · w 0.42 · h 0.76 (high) - Hem detailStraight hem finishing at mid-calf with pleat ends visible; floral panel hem and striped panel hem align at same length.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.84 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric appearanceLightweight, semi-sheer chiffon-like fabric indicated by soft drape and faint translucence on striped panel where darker underlayer shows through.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.42 (medium) - Visible seams or joinsA vertical seam/join is visible where the floral panel meets the striped pleated panel at about the skirt center front.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.12 · w 0.04 · h 0.70 (high)
Other
Image shows a model wearing the skirt standing on a neutral light-grey studio background; visible are the model's hands, lower torso, legs, and black platform sandals. Even, soft studio lighting with minimal shadows.
- Model and posePartial model view from waist to feet with arms relaxed at sides; hands and lower legs visible and positioned to show front and slight side of skirt.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 1.00 (high) - FootwearBlack chunky platform sandals with multiple straps and a closed platform sole visible on the model, occupying the bottom portion of the frame.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.78 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light-grey seamless studio background with soft, even lighting and subtle floor shadow beneath shoes.
Colors
bright white· floral panel backgrounddeep black· floral print#131314dark navy· striped panel base#14131Bforest green· striped panel accent stripesnavy black· waistband#131323- Silhouette and lengthMidi-length skirt falling to mid-calf with a full, A-line silhouette created by narrow accordion pleats.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a pleated midi skirt on a model showing narrow vertical pleats, an allover dark floral print on a white ground, a dark narrow waistband, and a slightly sheer black underlayer visible at the hem.
- View and fitBack view of the skirt on a model, falling to mid-calf with relaxed drape and full skirt volume created by the pleats.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high) - PleatingClosely spaced vertical knife pleats running full length of the skirt creating narrow regular folds.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.66 (high) - Print patternAllover dark floral print with clustered flowers and accompanying foliage printed across the white fabric; flowers appear predominantly very dark (near black) with scattered dark leaf shapes.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.66 (high) - WaistbandNarrow dark waistband at the top of the skirt with a smooth finish contrasting the pleated body; appears as a solid dark band encircling the waist.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.06 (high) - Hem detailSlightly sheer black underlayer visible peeking below the printed outer layer at the hem on the left side of the image.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceLightweight flowing fabric with a soft drape and a subtle luminous finish on the pleated surface.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.66 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing the lower half of a model from the back against a neutral light gray background; model wears black platform sandals and the image has soft even lighting with minimal shadow.
- Background and lightingNeutral light gray seamless background with soft even studio lighting and faint shadow beneath the model.
- Model footwearBlack chunky platform sandals with ankle straps and visible silver-tone buckles, worn by the model and visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.78 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high) - Visible limbs and handsModel lower legs, ankles and both hands are visible; left hand rests near the skirt side and right hand hangs at the side.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.38 (high) - Shot framingRear-facing crop from waist down to shoes, centered horizontally with the skirt as the main subject.
Colors
white· skirt basenear-black· floral print#0D0D0Ddark green· foliage printblack· waistband#120E13sheer black· underlayer at hemblack· sandals#0E0E0D- View and fitBack view of the skirt on a model, falling to mid-calf with relaxed drape and full skirt volume created by the pleats.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Sacai
Floral Print Skirt
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4596090 | Stripes And Flowers Pleated Midi Skirt - 0 | CA$199.95CA$1,295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4596091 | Stripes And Flowers Pleated Midi Skirt - 1 | CA$199.95CA$1,295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4596092 | Stripes And Flowers Pleated Midi Skirt - 2 | CA$199.95CA$1,295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4596093 | Stripes And Flowers Pleated Midi Skirt - 3 | CA$199.95CA$1,295.00 | Out of Stock |