skirt

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Jessie Buckley, the favorite to win the best actress Oscar for her portrayal of William Shakespeare's grief-stricken wife in "Hamnet," looked regal in a red Chanel off-the-shoulder bodice and flowing pink ball skirt.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

Gallerist Susanne Vielmetter layered an Issey Miyake Pleats Please dress with a skirt from J.Crew underneath.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

He complimented her on her blue pleated skirt and white blouse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Known for her cutting-edge red-carpet fashion choices, she wore a dark, silken folded dress with large ruffles in the skirt.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

She adjusted the shoulders of her blue jacket, then shook her skirt to loosen the dirt she’d collected on the walk.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan