Aaronica’s newest pattern, the Presley Pleated Skirt (and Skort!!!) is bound to be your fave all spring and summer long. Presley is a classic knif-pleated skirt. Both front and back skirt pieces are both pleated, with the option to leave the pleats open or stitch down. Hoping for a skort? The attached shorties are a simple addition and include an optional side patch pocket.

Other options include:

three hemlines – micro-mini, mini, or knee-length
three waistband options – short or tall yoga waistband with optional enclosed elastic OR a counter waistband
optional inseam pockets

Presley is so versatile and can be worn for an everyday casual look, work wear, school uniforms, dressed up, or as an athletic skort for the gym, tennis, even pickleball! Whether you’re sewing for yourself or your little ones, we have you covered with Youth & Adult sizing, plus a Bundle if you want to create matching outfits.

Getting Started

Before you purchase your patterns, there is a ton of helpful beginner information here on the blog, in case you are new to knits or new to PDF patterns in general:

New to PDF patterns? Check out our helpful tips here
New to sewing with knits? We have some great info here
Not quite sure how to measure yourself accurately? Don’t worry; check out the post here!
Having issues printing? Most issues can be resolved by using our FAQs/troubleshooting tips
Join our Facebook group here.
We also have a new Height Adjustment 101 post for you! Check it out here.

Choosing Your Options

We have lots of tester photos in our FB group and on the site if you want to see a variety of photos of each option before you decide! Here is a quick snapshot of the different options:

Hemlines

Micro-mini will just cover the shorties and hit at the upper thigh. Mini will hit at mid-thigh. Knee length a few inches above the knee.

: Micro-Mini

: Mini

: Knee

: Micro-Mini

: Mini

: Knee

Waistbands

The youth short yoga band will finish 1/2″ tall, and the tall yoga and contour band will finish 1 1/2″ tall.

The adult short yoga band will finish 1 1/2″ tall, and the tall yoga and contour band will finish 3″ tall.

: Short Yoga Band

: Tall Yoga Band

: Tall Yoga Band

: Contour Band

Attached Shorties

Patch Pockets – Shorties

Inseam Pockets

Fabric + Notions

Presley is drafted for a variety of spandex knits. Look for 30% or more stretch horizontally and some vertical stretch. Choose a knit with at least 4% spandex. A medium-weight, more stable knit will give the pleats a more structured look. Lighter-weight knits with drape will give the pleats a softer look. You want something with good recovery and more than 50% stretch for the attached shorties.

Hoping for a more structured, defined pleat? Choose Liverpool, bullet, Ponte de Roma, or scuba. Making the Presley for athletic wear? We would recommend ribbed athletic knits, athletic brushed poly, supplex, or yoga knits. Looking for fabric options for the optional shorties? Cotton lycra, athletic knit, or double-brushed poly are just a few possible options.

You may also need:

Enclosed elastic in the short yoga waistband
- ADULT: 1 1/2″ knit elastic for the short band, or 3″ knit elastic for the tall band
- YOUTH: 1/2″ knit elastic for the short band, or 1 1/2″ knit elastic for the tall band

Styling Your Presley

Need some inspiration on styling Presley? Check out a few of our favorites:

Presley…but make it winter

We love the Presley styled with tights, cozy cable knit sweaters, and lots of texture!

Professional Presley

Take your Presley anywhere! No need to reserve this skort for the tennis courts. Pair with some of our favorite top patterns, like the new Audrey, Pepper, and more!