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