A skirt with pleats or folds sewn into the fabric, creating a structured silhouette.
From 'fold' and 'skirt.' This is a specialized garment term reflecting 19th and 20th century fashion.
Foldskirts were especially popular in 1950s fashion and school uniforms—the pleats helped hide the body shape while allowing movement, which is why they're still used in formal uniforms today.
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