Believe it or not, pleats can be very flattering and these days, pleats are appearing in modern ways in tops, sweaters, skirts, and dresses. Soft accordion pleats and a satin ribbon make this tiered chiffon Bayan Dress ($188 at Anthropologie) extra special, don't you think?
Here are more beautiful pleats:
BDG Pleated Frock ($58 at Urban Outfitters)
Fletcher by Lyell Peter Pan Collar Pleat Blouse ($58 at Urban Outfitters)
Pins and Needles Accordion Pleat Skirt ($58 at Urban Outfitters)
All-The-Fixings Top ($68 at Anthropologie)
Tucked & Gathered Tee ($29.95 at Anthropologie)
Fab Ponte Skirt ($10.50 at Forever 21)