Mad About Plaid
You don’t have to be Scottish to be mad about plaid. Here’s a look at this timeless print and how 40+ Instagrammers have added their own modern twist.
Jamie from New Mexico looks like she was born to wear plaid in this gorgeous red tartan that makes her look rich and radiant.
Jeanne, a Boston fashion stylist, has paired her bold plaid shirt with Chelsea boots, leggings, and a black bomber jacket, and the result is a rock n roll, London Beatle’s vibe.
@codigopilar
Here’s a creative spin on plaid. This Spanish Instagrammer takes an oversized plaid in modern shades and mixes it with polka dot nylons for a sit-up-and-take-notice look!
@luluwithgrace
Who knew plaid could look so flirty and feminine? Kristi, a Dallas fashion blogger, wears a sweet plaid peplum top with edgy leather leggings for a soft meets tough look.
Sherry from Seattle is a fan of vintage fashion and has recently discovered this interesting layered plaid tulip skirt. Get to know more about this petite fashionista by reading my Styleblazer interview with Sherry.
Diana, NYC, jewelry designer, looks totally chic in a tailored black and white plaid jacket with 80’s inspired cuffs and neckline.
Sheree, a Houston-based blogger, looks “Bonnie,” as the Scots would say, in this darling plaid scarf that steals the spotlight. More about this Fabulous After 40 Styleblazer here!
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Plaid and khaki are a perfect match, as Jeannie from Orlando shows us. Find out more about what inspires Jeannie’s style in my Fabulous After 40 Styleblazer Feature.
@evolveyourimage
Why wear a plaid shirt when you can wear a plaid shirt dress? Carol looks casual and comfy in this cute perky plaid that looks great with black leggings. Carol is another one of my Fabulous After 40 Styleblazers. Be sure to read my interview with her.
Jo-Lynne, a Philadelphia style blogger and Styleblazer, makes plaid look modern by choosing to wear this classic print in neon shades.
Shauna, a 56-year-old style Instagrammer and another one of my Styleblazers. Her oversized lumberjack fleece top makes a giant fashion statement.
@northwestmountainliving
Cheryl from Idaho shows us that even a touch of tartan can be exciting. Fab shoes, Lassie!
Plaid with an Urban twist from NYC blogger Elaine.
This Spanish Instagrammer ( who we saw earlier) seems to have a love affair with plaid and shows a real talent for spotting the more fashion-forward plaid pieces.
Are you mad for plaid? I’m always on the lookout for Stylish women to feature. Be sure to include the #fabulousafter40 HASHTAG to your Instagram posts so I can find you easily!
Plaid stopped working for me at about age 26 when I had a plaid “Christmas” skirt someone bought me as a gift. Some of the suggestions here look fine on the models, great.” I find prints challenging me – small photos look too cheap or busy, and larger ones can be too distracting.
The plaid items make me want to run out and buy one. Thanks, Lisa
Which in particular?
Let me clarify – I had the plaid purse in my forties, not when I was in first grade.
I have loved plaid since first grade. I had a plaid purse that I loved; it was a Burberry knockoff. It went great with jeans or dressier outfits and summer and winter outfits. I also get a plaid fix with clothes not seen in public, like plaid panties and plaid flannel pajamas. The purple plaid trench coat – I love it!