Back to Basics: Pleated Skirt

Of all the items we've covered so far in the "back to basics" series, I have to admit, the black pleated skirt is likely my favorite. It's also the piece that may not immediately fall into everyone's category of "basic", but really, it should. A black skirt is a necessity in a lady's wardrobe, it goes with anything (duh), if you find an appropriate silhouette it will always be flattering (duh)... and if you find a piece with some fabulous pleats, it will make you feel sexy and sassy (promise). 

...anything that swooshes (yes, it is a word) makes me feel sassy. I guess it's the part of me that channels a 60s secretary when I want to feel feminine, yet powerful--shoulder pads and skirt suits just aren't my thing.

The pleated skirt is a the perfect versatile piece, it can be classy and work-appropriate, but can easily transform into a badass, grown-up Wednesday Addams outfit (I still love her). Anything that would make my director happy and can do double duty as weekend-wear with a skull cardigan is unquestionably a winner. 

PS: Those Valentino shoes? I'm dead.