Issey Miyake Women's Obscure Pleats Midi-Skirt
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Women's Obscure Pleats Midi-Skirt

Issey Miyake

$975.00

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The Issey Miyake Women's Obscure Pleats midi-skirt channels sculptural energy and kinetic movement with its signature plissé finish. The prismatic abstract motif is quintessentially Miyake—a graphic interplay of shadow and light that shifts as you move, catching the eye from every angle. Light as air and texturally sophisticated, the skirt is cut in 100% polyester, machine-washable for effortless care, and thoughtfully finished with an elastic waist for ease. The overall effect is both avant-garde and quietly wearable, capturing that uniquely Japanese fusion of artistry and utility.

Sitting comfortably at the natural waist, the Obscure Pleats midi-skirt accommodates the body while allowing for a full, dimensional drape that sways and rebounds as you walk. Its on-seam side pockets bring a subtle dose of practicality—room for the smallest essentials without breaking the radiant silhouette. The plissé structure holds its shape, making it an easy choice for day-to-night transitions and seamless layering over tights, under sculptural knits, or paired with airy blouses. The midi length balances exposure and coverage, keeping the look directional and polished in any setting, from a museum afternoon to a dinner downtown.

True to the Issey Miyake legacy, this piece embodies the brand’s outerwear-as-art DNA and celebrates experimental fabrication. The Obscure Pleats midi-skirt nods to the ongoing love affair between fashion insiders and architectural pleats, echoing what’s trending on international runways and in editorial shoots, yet remains distinctly timeless—never just of the moment, but always in dialogue with it.

Materials / Fabrication

  • Signature plissé (pleated) fabrication
  • Prismatic abstract motif
  • Elasticized waist
  • Side on-seam pockets
  • Shell: 100% polyester
  • Machine washable
  • Made in Japan
  • Midi length

Recommended Care

  • Machine wash cold on gentle cycle to preserve pleats and pattern.
  • Use a mild detergent; avoid fabric softeners and bleach.
  • Do not tumble dry; lay flat or hang to dry away from direct sunlight.
  • Do not iron; steam very lightly if needed to avoid altering pleats.
  • Store hanging or carefully folded to maintain pleat structure.

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About Issey Miyake

Issey Miyake first founded his namesake womenswear fashion label in 1971. Decades later, Issey Miyake is one of the most recognized designer out of Japan with his innovative and original approach to contemporary fashion design. Currently under the design direction of Satoshi Kondo, Issey Miyake collections blend traditional Japanese artisanal techniques with modern cutting-edge technologies, continuing to pave the way towards the future without letting go of its traditional roots. Shop the latest collection from Issey Miyake, ranging in dresses, skirts, tops, knitwear, pants, jackets and accessories.