Certain seasons call for certain patterns. We expect florals in spring, despite Miranda Priestly's strong objection, and plaid come fall. Unless you're Burberry whose signature check print knows no seasonal confines. An interesting thing has been happening lately. Designers are blurring those previously established lines. They're introducing flowers into fall and winter by gathering them on moody backgrounds. They're also making tartan more warm weather-appropriate with spring plaid pieces that don't look like they somehow wandered into the wrong season.
Now some people may think we're referencing gingham, but that's another matter entirely since it boasts woven colored squares usually on a white cotton background. Plaid is more complicated featuring stripes and checks frequently placed on heartier fabrics, like wool. Obviously wool doesn't really translate to spring so we made sure to skip the material in our roundup of our favorite seasonal plaid patterns.
Color is another important category. Red is universal, working pretty much all year long. Spring also naturally favors pastels, but the spectrum is actually wider. We're talking borderline neon hues and primary colors. In some cases, there are matching sets so feel free to pick up the coordinating item. While we're focusing on spring we also included a couple of swimsuits in case things really heat up by May. (Although every single one of our selections can be worked into summer wardrobes.)
Here are the chicest spring plaid pieces to introduce into your repertoire.
Mango Check Cotton Shirt in Blue, $29.99 at Mango
Reformation Alena Low Waist Skirt, $98 at Reformation
Free People Bay Course Straight Cropped Pants in Blue Combo - Charlie Plaid, $98 at Free People
Zara Plaid Shoulder Pad Shirt ZW Collection, $89.90 at Zara
The Frankie Shop Hallie Plaid Mini Shorts in Blue, $144 at The Frankie Shop
Burberry Appliquéd Checked Stretch-Linen Mules, $1,190 at Net-a-Porter
Miaou Yellow Peri Corset, $130 at SSENSE
Charlie Holiday Bethany Maxi Skirt, $124 at Anthropologie
J.Crew Relaxed Button-Up Shirt in Plaid, $59.99 at J.Crew
Staud Alexis Triangle Top ($44) and Sisley String Bottoms ($27.50) at Shopbop
Hansen & Gretel Vanessa Shirt, $169 at Free People
Urban Renewal Remnants Plaid Bubble Hem Mini Skirt, $14.95 at Urban Outfitters
free-est Walk the Walk Plaid Mini, $88 at Free People
J.Crew Gwen Knee-Length Layered Slip Skirt in Plaid Crinkle Chiffon in Red, $24.99 at J.Crew
Motel Cerry Halter Bikini Top ($50) and Farida Bikini Bottom ($42) at Urban Outfitters
Mango Check-Print Midi-Dress, $39.99 at Mango
Zimmermann Cropped Bow-Detailed Linen and Cotton-Blend Vest, $325 at The Outnet
The Upside LA Paz LouLou Check Sports Bra, $100 at Urban Outfitters
Rosie Assoulin Hippie Skirt, $1,550 at Shopbop
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