8 Unexpected Ways to Wear Plaid
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Pair Plaids Like Olga Kurylenko
At the Arts for Human Rights event, Olga put together a bold pairing of a sequined top and a wooly circle skirt in oversized plaid — both by Christian Dior. This look combines all the warmth and sparkle of winter fashion in a way that feels fresh.
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Step Out of Your Comfort Zone Like Jessica Simpson
This tartan McQ by Alexander McQueen look is not something we would ever expect to see on Jessica, which may be why it leaves such an impression. The singer stepped out in Los Angeles in this dress (in contrasting plaids, giving the effect of well-matched separates), which she smartly accessorized with a wide leather belt and minimal black accessories.
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Do Luxurious Plaid à la Kerry Washington
Kerry eschewed the typical florals for this statement Prada frock at the ACE Awards. With such a bold print, the perfect fit ensured that the actress pulled off the look without a hitch — and luxe accessories like gold sequined pumps and a purple satin clutch dressed up the day-to-night piece.
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Work a Schoolgirl Vibe Like Taylor Swift
Arriving at Tokyo’s Narita airport, Taylor looked perfectly preppy in her Miss Patina plaid shift. The retro Peter Pan collar, high heel loafers and leather handbag came together for a classically well-groomed vibe.
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Sync Your Plaid Schedule Like Taylor Swift and Karlie Kloss
These girls are mad about plaid! Back in New York City, the pop star went matchy-matchy with Karlie. Taylor’s plaid camel coat (also by Miss Patina) is one of at least four checked jackets she’s ventured out in since the weather turned nippy. Her model BFF went more traditional with a plaid boyfriend shirt tucked into black skinnies.
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Try Barely-There Plaid Like Joan Smalls
Plaid doesn’t always have to be the loudest print in the room. Joan showed off the softer side of plaid at the CFDA Fashion Awards. Her loose-fitting Stella McCartney dress hung beautifully on her model frame, its barely-there check print accented by a ruffled hem.
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Rock Abstract Plaid Like Rita Ora
Rita spread cheer at a Christmas lighting event in London, looking pretty as a present in a strapless Whistles top and culottes. The metallic separates featured an abstract plaid print in icy shades of blue, which were a striking match with the singer’s frosty pink ‘do.
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Be Party Perfect in Plaid Like Lily Collins
The plaid two-piece by Houghton that Lily wore to the BAFTA Los Angeles and Britannia Awards celebration has holiday party written all over it. Constructed from crisscrossing ribbons of shimmering chiffon, the star’s semi-sheer crop top and full skirt were the perfect balance of sweet and sassy.
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