Plaid on Purpose: Taking a Closer Look at some of our common plaid do’s and don’ts

Plaid has long surpassed its humble lumberjack-ish beginnings. This pattern has become a nostalgic yet bold choice for many- and it’s been reinvented in so many forms that it will never really loose its luster.

But some are still a little hesitate to play around with the fickle flannel mistress and decide to play it safe to save face.

So let’s take a look at some of the fashion rules floating around ...

1. Wear one plaid piece of clothing at a time. ...

Ummm I think not. Plaid pieces can be a match made in heaven. Especially if it’s a matching set like this beauty photo’d below.

2. When in doubt, pair your plaid with neutral solids. ...

Not necessarily. The fun with plaid is the intricate details in the woven blends of colors. Have fun with bold accessories and complimentary pieces that highlight hidden color scheme gems in plaid outfit.

3. Match one color in the plaid with other colored clothes you wear. ...

This is a hard yes. Also, it’s a great way to reinvent new looks with the complimentary garments.

4. Pick an appropriate color for the occasion. ...

Plaid just wants to have fun ( that’s all it really wants 🤷🏾‍♀️) and it’s living it up with tremendously vibrant color mixtures like pink, orange, and green combos that are amazing for your spring and summer festivities. But I must agree there’s a time and a color scheme for everything. So fall your seasonal favorites when choosing your politely patterned ensemble.

5. Pick a comfortable fabric for the season.

Raise your hand if you plan on wearing flannel in the middle of June... yeah didn’t think so 😂.

This is definitely a rule you want to live by picking the wrong fabric could make or break your perfectly plaid plans. To maximize garments, pick fabrics that are easy on the skin, thin enough to layer, and thick enough to provide comfort.

And there you have it. Now go get your

Plaid on. It’s Fall, Baby. 🍁