Menswear has always crept into women’s fashion for the fall season – sharp suiting and work-wear inspired boots, for example – and 2015 is no different. The favorite print of lumberjacks and disgruntled rockers worked its way into the collections of fashion’s biggest names and onto the backs of style’s brightest stars. I’m talking, of course, about tartan – rendered in cozy flannel in particular. Here’s what’s au courant with these classic clothes.
Grunge Goddess
With a swagger stolen from the boys, nothing says “effortless cool” like a simple button up flannel. Sure, you could go full on ‘90s nostalgia and pair this basic with a pair of shredded jeans, but girl, you’re a woman now, and dressing up a flannel top isn’t tough. Top your flannel shirt with a sharp blazer and wear over a chic leather-look legging and killer bootie for a grown up twist on this edgy tomboy look.
Frock and Roll
Girly girls like flannel, too. A flannel or plaid print dress is an unusual, flirty take on this masculine staple. Trade in the shirt for a shirtdress, or try mixing tartans in a quirky skirt and blouse combination. Complete your look with a simple ballet flat or oxford, a classic pair of sunnies and wide brimmed hat for a modern fall look. Don’t forget a great pair of tights to keep warm in crisp weather!
Jacket Required
If you’d like your outerwear to have some pizzazz, give this season’s plaid coats a whirl. From the drama of a cape or blanket coat to the refinement of a peacoat, or even the danger of a moto style – there are fun tartan patterned versions available.
So what’s the easiest way to update your fall look? We’d say it’s “plaid” as day.