Plaid Is Back: 5 Ways to Wear Fall's Defining Pattern
Plaid is reclaiming its place as fall’s defining print. This season, the classic check is moving well beyond its preppy roots, showing up across relaxed separates, polished suiting, feminine dresses and statement outerwear. Whether you wear it head-to-toe or let one checkered piece do the talking, Reitmans is making the fall favourite feel fresh again with five ways to embrace plaid this season.
The Everyday Check
Plaid doesn’t have to mean preppy. With its moody check and feminine ruffled neckline, this long-sleeve blouse offers a softer take on the classic print. Black flared pants keep things sleek and simple, taking the look from office hours to after-hours with ease.
The Power Plaid
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Why wear a little plaid when you can make it the whole look? A matching plaid blazer and wide-leg pants turns the heritage pattern into a modern power move. Finish with an unexpected accessory, like a statement brooch, to add a little personality and make the matching set your own.
Plaid After Dark
Sheer detailing, an asymmetrical hem and side ruching give this checked bodycon midi dress an entirely different personality. The result is a more feminine, evening-ready expression of plaid that needs little else to make an impact.
Make It the Main Layer
This fall, consider swapping your go-to neutral coat for something with a little more personality. This houndstooth wool-blend coat has all the versatility of a classic brown layer, with a subtle check that does the styling work for you. And for those willing to double down? Add the plaid cap for a playful bit of pattern-on-pattern.
The 9-to-5 Check
For the office, keep the silhouette classic and let the pattern provide the interest. A streamlined plaid dress in rich chocolate brown strikes that balance, while a structured faux-leather bag is a chic addition for after hours festivities. Together, the tonal pairing makes an easy case for bringing neutral dressing into your workweek.
Rakshicaa Thirumuruka