I once made a pleated trouser for a customer who had never tried pleats before. The moment he wore them and saw the effortless flow, he was filled with joy, then asked why he hadn’t tried them sooner. The truth was ignorance.
Pleats aren’t outdated; they’re functional. They adapt to body types, giving larger frames comfort, slimmer builds balance, and athletic thighs room to move. Non-pleated trousers, in contrast, offer a modern, minimal look that flatters leaner builds but can be unforgiving on bigger frames. The real secret? Knowing your body and choosing the cut that elevates your style.
What could you do more of?
I’m currently in my pleated trouser era, and I’m here for the flow. So let me ask you—what could you do more of?
Michael Okunloro | Elevate Your Style 