play with plaid

created on Aug 15, ‵08
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Pull out the plaid this Fall and Winter season. It’s no longer just a fabric to be worn only around the holidays. Right now… play with it! Plaid is classic, funky, and fun. We’re showing two ways to wear a fitted plaid dress.

Look #1

To wear it from the office to dinner, pair it with a feminine coat, some lace-up pumps, textured stockings, and a clutch. Pop on some pearls before you leave for dinner, and you went from day to night in seconds. It’s classic with refreshing & current pieces.

classic tartan pieces in Look #1:

  • ‘Superfine’ clutch @ Jessica Simpson Collection
  • Chanel multi=stone pendant @ BagBorrowOrSteal
  • D&G stretch wool tartan bustier dress @ Neiman Marcus
  • ‘Olivia’ double breasted pea coat @ Jessica Simpson Collection
  • ‘Bobbi’ suede faux-Croc bootie @ Banana Republic



    • Look #2

    To play up the funky side of things, add rock and roll edge. Think Gwen Stefani. Gwen has embraced plaid for years, and has given us a new perspective on how to wear it. Truly, she could be the reason plaid has a funky side. Although, I’m sure there are a few on King’s Road in London who would say they started the trend, I’m giving the honor to Ms. Stefani – she brought the look to the masses. To get her playful punk meets rock look : The plaid dress should be the center piece, try not to overwhelm it too much. Start by wrapping a studded leather belt around the waist, a vintage denim jacket, unrefined leather boots, and some bold textured stockings. This outfit is fashion forward with downtown edge.

    funky tartan in Look #2:

  • two-toned metal aviator sunglasses @ Topshop
  • D&G stretch wool tartan bustier dress @ Neiman Marcus
  • BDG ‘Badlands’ denim jacket @ Urban Outfitters
  • stud detail elastic belt @ Topshop
  • Wolford ‘Twiggy’ mesh tights @ Bare Necesseties
  • Frye ‘Vicki Campus’ boots @ Revolve Clothing


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    • Barchbo

      I am slightly embarrassed to say: I must have that Jessica Simpson jacket. Seriously. I love it.

      I don’t wear much plaid, but I do love it for accessories or the odd skirt. The cut of the D&G dress is the perfect foil for plaid’s conservative sensibilities. Great looks!

    • Barchbo

      I am slightly embarrassed to say: I must have that Jessica Simpson jacket. Seriously. I love it.

      I don’t wear much plaid, but I do love it for accessories or the odd skirt. The cut of the D&G dress is the perfect foil for plaid’s conservative sensibilities. Great looks!

    • http://www.giftgirl.com Jean Voute Pratt

      Barchbo -Aren’t you shocked that it’s Jessica Simpson! I was!! I love it too.

    • http://www.giftgirl.com Jean Voute Pratt

      Barchbo -Aren’t you shocked that it’s Jessica Simpson! I was!! I love it too.

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      great outfit combination.. polyvore are really fashionable

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      Is that really Gwen stefani? God that outfit really fits her even the sunglasses fits her face nice outfit

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      [...] Plaid can be bold, rough and grungy, but we’ve found real life women who have dared to wear the look with grace. [...]

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