Gelila – Grey Pleated Midi Skirt
A grey pleated midi skirt with a classic mid-century silhouette.
Inspired by the Habesha Kemis - traditional Ethiopian attire, this midi skirt features a full pleated shape, side pockets, and an invisible zipper at the back.
The skirt honors Ethiopian journalist Gelila Mekonnen and her journey across the Sahara Desert and the Mediterranean Sea. Her story follows a journey defined by the pursuit of the right to speak freely.
Along the hem, the skirt is finished with an embroidered poem written by Gelila in Amharic, framed by tweed trims.
‘Love, trust, strength, resilience, clear thinking, and above all, the hope to see tomorrow—these will guide you through the desert, the wilderness, the storm, and the turbulent sea, and will ultimately lead you to triumph!’
The Gelila Skirt moves easily between roles — a party, evening, or wedding guest skirt when paired with a blouse and pumps, and more relaxed with a T-shirt and sneakers.
Details
Grey pleated midi skirt
Midi length
Full pleated silhouette
Side pockets, invisible back zipper
Embroidered Amharic poem at the hem
Tweed trim detailing
Available in sizes XS–1X (see size chart below)
FIT & SIZE
Available in sizes:
XS (US 2), S (US 4), M (US 6), L (US 8), XL (US 10), 1X (US 12)
Skirt length: 71 cm / 28"
(Length can be customised upon request)
Waist measurements (measured flat on the garment):
US 2 / XS: 62 cm / 24.5"
US 4 / S: 66 cm / 26"
US 6 / M: 70 cm / 27.5"
US 8 / L: 74 cm / 29"
US 10 / XL: 80 cm / 31.5"
US 12 / 1X: 84 cm / 33"
For more information or sizing assistance, please contact us — we’re happy to help.
A grey pleated midi skirt with a classic mid-century silhouette.
Inspired by the Habesha Kemis - traditional Ethiopian attire, this midi skirt features a full pleated shape, side pockets, and an invisible zipper at the back.
The skirt honors Ethiopian journalist Gelila Mekonnen and her journey across the Sahara Desert and the Mediterranean Sea. Her story follows a journey defined by the pursuit of the right to speak freely.
Along the hem, the skirt is finished with an embroidered poem written by Gelila in Amharic, framed by tweed trims.
‘Love, trust, strength, resilience, clear thinking, and above all, the hope to see tomorrow—these will guide you through the desert, the wilderness, the storm, and the turbulent sea, and will ultimately lead you to triumph!’
The Gelila Skirt moves easily between roles — a party, evening, or wedding guest skirt when paired with a blouse and pumps, and more relaxed with a T-shirt and sneakers.
Details
Grey pleated midi skirt
Midi length
Full pleated silhouette
Side pockets, invisible back zipper
Embroidered Amharic poem at the hem
Tweed trim detailing
Available in sizes XS–1X (see size chart below)
FIT & SIZE
Available in sizes:
XS (US 2), S (US 4), M (US 6), L (US 8), XL (US 10), 1X (US 12)
Skirt length: 71 cm / 28"
(Length can be customised upon request)
Waist measurements (measured flat on the garment):
US 2 / XS: 62 cm / 24.5"
US 4 / S: 66 cm / 26"
US 6 / M: 70 cm / 27.5"
US 8 / L: 74 cm / 29"
US 10 / XL: 80 cm / 31.5"
US 12 / 1X: 84 cm / 33"
For more information or sizing assistance, please contact us — we’re happy to help.