Sundae School Skirts: Pleats, Wraps and Uniform-Inspired Layers
Skirts at Sundae School draw on two very Korean references: the chima, the full wrap skirt worn with traditional hanbok, and the gyobok, the Korean school uniform that gives the brand its playful school theme. Sundae School skirts take those ideas and make them practical, with knife pleats that hold their shape, waists you can adjust, and pieces that convert from one look to another.
The range is small but versatile. You will find a pleated midi skirt for colder months, an apron skirt designed to layer over trousers, a polo dress with wrap panels, and a pair of trousers with a removable skirt. Every piece is built to be styled more than one way.
The Sundae School Skirts Collection
Kona Midi Skirt
The longer, colder-weather version of the brand's mini skirt. Knife pleats are set so they will not pull or stretch out, and the heavyweight fabric gives the skirt a bouncy swing. An elastic waistband with an adjustable side drawstring means you do not need to roll the waist to get the length right, and hidden pockets sit in the side seams. Tonal logo embroidery adds a quiet finishing touch. Available in black and charcoal.
Uniform Apron Skirt
Technically an apron rather than a skirt, this is a layering piece made to tie on over trousers. A three-tier button system at the waist and double ribbon ties let you wear it high and sharp, with crisp stay-stitched pleats, or lower for a relaxed slouch. Wear it over track pants for an easy high-low look, or with a sailor-collar jacket for the full school-uniform effect. Available in black.
Cindy Polo Dress
A fitted midi dress made from a summer-weight merino wool blend with stretch woven in, so it moves with your body. Its wrap panels can stay tied for a layered apron look or open up into a standalone polo dress. Available in black and dark grey.
Flare Skirt Pants
Two pieces in one: straight-leg trousers with a subtle flare and a medium rise, plus a removable pleated apron skirt that ties on with double ribbons. Keep the skirt on for a layered look or untie it for clean, semi-bootcut trousers. They are made from breathable summer wool, with a partly elastic waist, a zip fly and the brand's stash pocket on the skirt.
Which Skirt Is Right for You?
| Style | Best season | How to wear it |
|---|---|---|
| Kona Midi Skirt | Autumn and winter | With tights, boots and a cozy knit or fleece |
| Uniform Apron Skirt | All year | Tied over trousers or track pants |
| Cindy Polo Dress | Spring and summer | Wrapped as an apron layer or worn open as a dress |
| Flare Skirt Pants | Spring and summer | With the skirt for a layered look, without it for tailored trousers |
The Art of Layering a Skirt
The most distinctive way to wear Sundae School skirts is over trousers, an idea borrowed from layered traditional dress. Tie the Uniform Apron Skirt over a slim pair of Sundae School pants or track pants, or keep the apron on the Flare Skirt Pants. For a more classic look, pair the Kona Midi Skirt with a fitted tee or gorum tie top from the shirts and tees range.
When it gets cold, add a cropped jacket from the Sundae School jackets range or a heavier layer from the fleece collection. A ddul beanie or a daenggi cap from the accessories range finishes the outfit.
Fit and Sizing
Every skirt in the range has some way to adjust the waist: the Kona Midi has a side drawstring, the Uniform Apron Skirt has three button positions plus ribbon ties, the Cindy Polo Dress has stretch built into the fabric, and the Flare Skirt Pants have a partly elastic waist. That makes your usual size a safe choice. Check each product page for the sizes available.
Caring for Your Skirt
Always follow the care label on your piece first. Pleated skirts keep their shape best when they are hung up after wearing rather than folded in a drawer. If the pleats need a refresh, steam them gently along their folds instead of pressing them flat. Wool pieces such as the Cindy Polo Dress and the Flare Skirt Pants rarely need a full wash after every wear; airing them out and spot cleaning small marks helps Sundae School skirts last longer.
Sundae School Skirts FAQ
What is a chima?
A chima is the long, full wrap skirt worn as part of women's hanbok. Its pleats and wrap shape inspire several of the brand's skirts and culottes.
Can I wear a skirt over trousers?
Yes. The Uniform Apron Skirt is designed for exactly that, and the Flare Skirt Pants come with their own removable apron skirt.
Does the Kona Midi Skirt have pockets?
Yes, it has hidden pockets in the side seams.
How do the Flare Skirt Pants work?
The pleated apron skirt ties on with double ribbons. Untie it and you are left with a pair of straight-leg trousers with a subtle flare.
Looking for more? See every pair of trousers, skirts and shorts in bottoms, explore more Sundae School clothing, or browse the full shop.