8 Plaid Outfit Ideas To Look Your Fall Best This Year

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Monochrome to multicolour, fashion labels have long said 'checkmate' quite literally with the humbling evolution of plaid. Be it the simple Tartan pattern featured by big labels like Burberry, Vivienne Westwood, Alexander McQueen, and Aquascutum or the Houndstooth pattern first popularised by Christian Dior in 1948. Plaid also took to AW24 runways this year, from floor-length tartan jackets at Chloé, to knitted plaid jackets and argyle socks at Anna Sui. We've also seen it in street style and red carpets from Taylor Swift winging the Clueless Cher look in a perfect, yellow checkered plaid dress at the VMAs, to Gigi Hadid flaunting her pastel plaid in shackets,

This humble checker design is here to stay, that also doubles down as a snuggly date night fit, a late night walk to the grocery or quite simply, a comfy outfit to cheer you up for the day.

So, this fall, twin up with your date or mate with some plaid pop in your outfits. But how do you exude perfection in plaid? Don't worry, we got you a few ideas to include plaid in your everyday style! 

Plaid Overshirt With Brown Pants And Boots

When it comes to plaid, there’s nothing wrong in going back to the basics of any fall or winter outfit: layering. Get out that chunky sweater or graphic tee and give it a plaid twist with flannel layering. Winters are the perfect for cosy time dates or even a gang’s night out so give your layering a fun twist with your favourite blazer or even better, a plaid shacket to elevate the look. 

Pair them with your favourite pair of jeans that can also be elevated with some brown pumps and a tote if you're headed to work. 

Occasion/where to wear: Casual day out  

Chkokko Women Winter Wear Solid Button Down Spread Collar Shacket

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Styli Women Brown Oversized Longline T-Shirt

Styli Women Brown Oversized Longline T-Shirt

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Freakins Dark Brown Straight Jeans

Freakins Dark Brown Straight Jeans

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ELLE Brown Pointed Toe Party Wear Pumps

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Plaid Blazers With Trousers And Stilettos

Winter meetings, fall mood? Let a pop of plaid remedy that. Layer your comfort solid tee and trousers with any checkered tweed blazer for that boss babe look. It helps if you lean more on a darker plaid print (like this one) and pair it with a solid tee underneath. Add a pop of colour with formal cherry mocha stilettos (it helps that they are also trending right now!). 

Occasion/where to wear: To the office 

Powersutra Checkered Tweed Blazer - Bottle Green

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Twenty Dresses Basics White Solid Round Neck Fitted T-Shirt

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FableStreet Women LivIn Wide Leg Pant - Black

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GNIST Pointed Cherry Stiletto Pump Heels

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Plaid Skirt With Sweatshirt And Stockings

Add a subtle pop of plaid to your everyday look to uplift your mood with some amazing compliments: try the good old checkered skirts look especially if you're someone who likes to flaunt those legs. 

You can also try matching your plaid skirt with some comfy stockings and an all solid sweatshirt to match the wintery vibe. Overall, we love the uniformity and chicness of the lines and boxes pattern that ensures that you never miss with this outfit! 

Occasion/where to wear: A day date

Cider Wool-Like Textured High Waist Plaid Zipper Mini Skirt

Cider Wool-Like Textured High Waist Plaid Zipper Mini Skirt

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Monte Carlo Womens Solid Black High Neck Full Sleeve Sweater

Monte Carlo Womens Solid Black High Neck Full Sleeve Sweater

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Sherrif Shoes Womens Black Color Boots

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Next2Skin Black Dual-Tone Fleece Pantyhose Stockings

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Plaid Co-ords Set With Chunky Jewellery

At times when it's too much work to come up with an outfit, you best believe you cannot go wrong with a chic co-rd. We love this one by Madame that is all kinds of elegant. The colour is very fall-esque and will also easily flow into your winter wardrobe. We highly suggest you amp up the entire look with gold statement earrings and bracelets that will help balance everything. 

If you want to add an edge of casual, pair it with sneakers. For some chicness, go the boots route. 

Occasion/where to wear: Brunch or a late evening event


Madame Rust Plaid Co-Ord (Set of 2)

Madame Rust Plaid Co-Ord (Set of 2)

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Nekhi Gold Chunky Hoops

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Shoetopia Comfortable Stylish Brown Casual Boots for Women

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MINI WESST Brown Casual Synthetic Leather Solid Hand Bag

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Plaid Dress With Boots And Accessories

The one thing we've learned when it comes to fashion and patterns that take centre stage is that they run the risk of looking ridiculous at times — and the same goes with plaid. The chances of it looking like a picnic blanket are high, which is why we suggest you go for this stunning fit from Oh Rare that walks the tightrope between fashion and disaster beautifully. 

When it comes to the styling, we suggest to accessorise with solid colours and complimenting jewellery. We are talking gold earrings, sunglasses, pearly white necklaces, leather gloves and boots. 

Occasion/where to wear: Brunch, coffee dates, trip to the mall! 

Oh Rare Womens Checks Shirt Plaid Mini Dress with Belt Red (Set of 2)

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Yellow Chimes Women Full UV Protected Black Lens Rectangle Sunglasses

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Brixton Fiddler Cap

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IYKYK by Nykaa Fashion Black Solid Square Toe Knee High Block Heel Boots

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Houndstooth Turtleneck Sweater With Jeans And Boots

Boxes and checkers can get boring but plaid is more than just that. Try a different plaid pattern, like the houndstooth, to steer away from the regular fall pattern. You can pair a houndstooth turtleneck sweater with skinny jeans for a casual look. Pair it with chunky boots and you are ready to go. 

Occasion/where to wear: Grocery runs, late night drives 

Twenty Dresses by Nykaa Fashion Pink Houndstooth Turtle Neck Short Sweater

Twenty Dresses by Nykaa Fashion Pink Houndstooth Turtle Neck Short Sweater

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Twenty Dresses by Nykaa Fashion Madonna Blue High Waist Frayed Hem Full Length Denims

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London Rag Block Heeled Chunky Ankle Boots In Black

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Plaid Pants With Solid Tee

The best fit is one that is comfortable. How about you make it plaid? Plaid pants are also easy to style: match them with a solid tee or top and you have the easiest ensemble there. The patterned pant speaks for itself and all you need are some casual footwear to rock this fit. 

Occasion/where to wear: To the office, anything casual 

Taurus Green Plaid Checks Yarn Dyed Cotton Pants

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Cider Ruched Cut Out Crop Top

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Shoetopia Women Cream-Coloured Solid Pumps

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Other Ways To Include Plaid In Your Outfits

We absolutely adore the minimalistic touch plaid adds to our wardrobe but sometimes, the pattern can be a bit too much if worn a lot. You can remedy that with subtle plaid additions to your everyday look, like a plaid watch strap, plaid bucket hat, plaid scrunchies and bows, and even cufflinks!

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Peluche Silk Broad Checkered Design Pocket Square For Men Grey

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Peluche Minimalist Checkered Design Cufflinks for Men

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