How to make a classic plaid shirt look stylish?

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You might think a plaid shirt is too ordinary. After all, it's a wardrobe staple for almost everyone. But actually, "plaid" element has an important position in fashionable circle. From Burberry, which is famous for its "plaid", to Balenciaga, many famous fashion designers are fond of plaid.

Celebrities are also keen on plaid shirts and can often be seen wearing them outside.

It can be said that plaid shirt is the most commonly used "plaid" element of all clothing, almost everyone has one or more plaid shirt. So how do you make a plaid shirt look stylish? Here are some of my suggestions.

1.The history of plaid

Some of our common "plaid" elements are mostly "scotch grid", also known as Tartan, which refers to a pattern of colored horizontal and vertical stripes interleaving each other.

Before the 19th century, Tartan was used only to divide territory, and then slowly began to become the symbol of Scottish clans, each with its own unique grid pattern.

In the past, the plaid was a symbol of the royal family, but now it represents leisure. Especially this kind of bright red plaid is liked by many people. 

Wear an Oversize red plaid shirt with a white T-shirt and jeans, which will make you look casual and cool.

2. Wearing a plaid shirt as a coat

The most convenient way to wear a plaid shirt is to wear it as a coat. Especially in autumn, when the temperature difference between morning and evening is large, you can wear a plain short-sleeved T-shirt inside and a plaid shirt outside, which can resist the cold and make you look fashionable.

In addition to short plaid shirts, long plaid shirts are also perfect for coat, and long shirts will flow in the wind as you walk, making you look really cool. But it's important to note that if you choose a bright plaid shirt, don't go too fancy with the inside, and plain t-shirts are best.

3. Plaid shirt + Plaid bottoms

Wearing the top with the bottom of same color is always a simple and stylish way to match clothing, and this method works as well with the plaid element. Wear a plaid shirt with the same plaid bottom, which is a simple and stylish look. It's important to note that if you choose this look, it's best to keep the plaid shirt unbuttoned and reveal the solid color T-shirt underneath, which will make your overall look more layered.

Of course, if you're too lazy to think about what to wear with your outfit every day, wearing a plaid dress is the simplest solution. It will make you look elegant and stylish.

4. Plaid shirt + Solid Color shirt

The double superposition of plaid shirt and solid color shirt is a favorite matching method of many international supermodels. It will make your whole look very layered.

It doesn't really matter whether you wear a plaid shirt inside or outside. You can wear a solid color shirt inside and a plaid shirt outside, or vice versa. Importantly, this matching method will make the "plaid" element more prominent and make the overall look more stylish

If you think regular horizontal and vertical stripes are too common, try this "slanted" pattern, which will give you a more personal look.

In fact, there are many other ways to wear a plaid shirt besides the above. For example, you can wear a lace sling inside and a plaid shirt outside. Make your plaid shirt collar a little wider to reveal your attractive collarbone, which will make you look very elegant and sexy.

Alternatively, tie a knot at the bottom of your shirt and pair it with a simple pair of jeans, which highlights your waist and makes you look very casual and stylish.

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