Haute & Cool: Keep It in Check!
By September 19, 2019 0 1054
•![](https://georgetowner.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/tory-burch-plaid-tote-767x1024.png)
What better way to prepare for fall than to embrace the power of plaid? The distinguished pattern has become impossibly chic. Just check out the Paris runway shows or Rihanna’s latest look. You will see the iconic check has undergone quite a style evolution.
Of course, there is a lot for the choosing. Whether in gingham, houndstooth or buffalo check, plaid is definitely more colorful. The most modern looks were bright, patterned combinations of mid-length skirts, layered separates, and exaggerated outerwear.
You will see new shapes emerging in all of the above. Not ready to be the center of everyone’s attention? Simply adding accessories in chic black-and-white tartan provides an instant update. So let’s elevate this season by keeping our checks in balance!
Allyson Burkhardt is the founder of Let’s Get Dressed! Image & Style Services. Visit her on the web at letsgetdresseddc.com.
![](https://georgetowner.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/14325924_20653173_1000-768x1024.jpg)
ALEXA CHUNG
Tailored Midi-Coat
$686
Farfetch
![](https://georgetowner.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/1563265995_KCB535TPE_S11X_E03_ZH-1024x682.png)
DIOR
Ballet Flat in Tartan
$890
Dior.com
![](https://georgetowner.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/url-639x1024.jpg)
MARA HOFFMAN
Arabella Dress
$1,295
Moda Operandi
![](https://georgetowner.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/tory-burch-plaid-tote-767x1024.png)
TORY BURCH
Plaid Tote
$398
Tory Burch Georgetown
![](https://georgetowner.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/ad9cad06-5782-48dd-a4b1-a6bc24354490-668x1024.jpeg)
TOPSHOP
Belted Skirt
$75
Nordstrom
![](https://georgetowner.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/73945362-e943-4dae-b918-e700a0157c3d-668x1024.jpeg)
SMYTHE
Hunting Jacket
$895
Nordstrom
![](https://georgetowner.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/61ff0267-166b-4fbc-b063-f4597a86830f-668x1024.jpeg)
RAG & BONE
Camile Plaid Shirt
$325
Rag & Bone Georgetown
![](https://georgetowner.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/large_stine-goya-multi-sana-patchwork-sweater-639x1024.jpg)
STINE GOYA
Patchwork Sweater
$310
Shopbop
![](https://georgetowner.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/L9419_EB1211_ld-1024x1024.png)
MADEWELL
Woven Pouch
$29.50