To channel one of the best trademark styles of Alexander McQueen and Vivienne Westwood, dress up with plaid or tartan.
Why wear plaids? They are far more than stripes and squares. While they may remind us of Scottish National Costumes, they are everywhere in main stream fashion. You can find these designs in shirts, shorts, trousers, blazers and scarves. Pulling off an outfit with plaid or tartan is easy. You will see!
Needless to say, plaid has gained a spot in the fashion consciousness through the years. Even the haute couture designers, fashion critics and other industry authorities have bought in to the sightlines of one of the most sought-after designs for clothing. Who doesn’t love plaid? It is both classic and stylish.
Let’s try a little plaid mix and match, Get ready!
Wearing a knee-length plaid pencil skirt starts off the look. There is something chic about skirt styles that play up your waist and if it’s plaid, what more can I ask for? To boost the overall look, mix in some other gorgeous pieces. For example, to compliment the skirt I used a contrasting element like a black and gold leather belt. This too makes an au courant statement. Let’s call it fancy!
I layered this with an Angora wool turtleneck and a distressed sequin vest. The latter is meant to break up the traditional vibe the plaid can give and provide an updated look! This outfit also helps beat the cold weather.
For accessories try an oversized clutch as an eye catching addition to the outfit. It’s trendy and functional at the same time. Have fun with these accessories- I threw in gloves and pointed tip boots.
My walk around Manhattan felt better than ever in plaid!
Top: Guess; similar here, Skirt is a custom made by my friend an Indonesian fashion designer; similar here,
Vest from Topshop, Sunglasses: Roberto Cavalli; similar here, Leather Glove: BEBE, Watch: Michael Kors, Belt : BCBG MaxAzria, Boots: Georges Marciano