Fall Fashion is Mad for Plaid in 2013

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The traditional plaid is still a staple in fashion as of 2013, but it is now delivered in a new and original style for both men and women. Not only are plaid shirts a stand-out trend this fall, but they add an abundant amount of comfort to your wardrobe as well. Plaid is by no means a new trend this year, nor was it last year, or the year before. In fact, you would probably find pictures of yourself wearing plaid back in the day if you were to rummage through old photos. The trend has been around long enough that there are even black and white pictures of people wearing plaid. As this throwback picture to the left displays, there have been lumberjacks in plaid, Hollywood stars in plaid, and even ancient royalties in plaid (Prince Charles Edward in the picture to the far right). So, plenty of decades later, the plaid trend still remains. 

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A countless number of celebrities are wearing plaid in 2013, and have been for quite some time now. The picture to the right shows how plaid was worn in the 1995 film Clueless, one of my personal favorite movies growing up. This portrays a more higher-end example of plaid, but almost 20 years later, plaid is worn for more of a relaxed look than for a look of elegance or class. A more relaxed look is definitely the case, under two conditions: Burberry and Tommy Hilfiger. Plaid is the signature print of high-end fashion label Burberry, so that appearance cannot be overlooked. Tommy Hilfiger's fashion line is also another exception for when plaid should not be overlooked since the vintage plaid look embodies the design that Tommy Hilfiger is known for. So, don't get me wrong, plaid is definitely worn for comfort among the majority of people in 2013, but it can certainly still be worn for a sense of luxury as well.

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Which of our favorite stars are wearing plaid these days? From left to right (on the top picture), Luke Bryan, Kristin Cavallari, Blake Shelton, and Lauren Conrad are just a few of the many that have been captured styling the trend. London's finest have also been seen wearing plaid all the way across the world. Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, displays a classier way of wearing plaid, whereas Prince William, Prince Harry, and Pippa Middleton portray the more casual look. 

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Now, how can you wear plaid this fall? First off, if you want to go for the most comfiest style of them all, couple your plaid top with a pair of leggings. The look to the right incorporates black leggings with the black and red plaid top and gives off a very simple, relaxed style. In order to perk-up the outfit up a tad bit more, choose black leather leggings. This would give your appearance more of an "edginess" and rockstar look. A second way to wear a plaid top is to pair it with some Cognac leather boots (picture on the left). This is another chic way to add some simple flare to the ensemble.

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Other ways to wear plaid include infinity scarves, jeans, vests, leg warmers and riding boots, and numerous accessories as the picture to the right shows. There are ways to dress it up and there are ways to dress it down, but plaid is for sure a major staple in this year's fall fashion, so check out some of these websites to get your very own plaid shirt. 

H&M- http://www.hm.com/us/product/15495?article=15495-A

Impressions Boutique- http://impressionsnwa.com/search?q=plaid

Ralph Lauren- http://www.ralphlauren.com/search/index.jsp?kw=plaid+for+women&f=Women 

Plaid is here to stay this fall and winter season and, at the rate that it's going, doesn't seem to be losing trend any time soon. Whether you are a royalty, lumberjack, or just your average citizen, 55 or 5, male or female, dressing casually or classy, plaid is the go-to look. If you're not already on the trend, now is the time to start!