When trends first emerge I have a lot of resistance to them- for example, the flannel/plaid/lumberjack looking trend of this year. When this trend first came to surface late this summer, I was absolutely stunned. I thought to myself, "really, who in their right mind would want to wear FLANNEL besides a rugged mountain man?!?!" ... and then, it happened ... it always happens this way- I see a semi-cute girl/celebrity (a la mary kate below) in a magazine wearing said trend and I think to myself, "gee, it actually looks kind of cute on them- time to RECREATE on moi!!!!". And that's that- now you know the mental discussions that go on between me and my voice of reason.
Sometimes I think it's better to embrace trends rather than to resist them, especially the popular ones because they are NOT going away anytime soon. Summer 2010 fashion lines are FULL of plaid shirts (see below) paired with shorts and gladiator sandals (yeah, that trend never went away either).
Vince Roll Sleeve Cowl Neck via shopbop
With that being said, this flannel/plaid trend is easy to embrace as long as you keep it simple (see examples below of simple vs. grunge). I think incorporating just ONE item resembling a lumberjack is key ... just keep it simple and don't overdo it.
Keepin' it simple with Miley & Taylor Swift (via teenvougue.com)
A little bit too much goin' on ... don't get too grunge!
For example, here I am wearing a plaid tunic, black leggings, and tory burch flats ... I am just wearing ONE plaid item with simple counterparts. No crazy buckle jacket or cargo pants, just simple pairings work best.
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14 comments:
Good advice some people get way too excited about the plaid and might as well be carrying around a stack of pancakes and an ax too. I love how you paired yours with gorgeous simple items!
I just adore your outfit!
adorable outfit!
I'm like that with trends too. Plaid shirts aren't as bad as some other trends, like the furry vest or matte nail polish.
I have always had a thing for plaid so I am loving that this trend is back!
Cute! I just picked up a plaid shirt that I love but I haven't yet found a tunic that I liked. Your's is really cute though? Do you mind sharing where you got it/who makes it?
Love love your outfit! Merry Christmas!
love the tunic. where is it from?
I have a feeling a buffalo plaid flannel will be awaiting me under the chair, and this little helper is just what I needed, when/if I get it! happy holidays!!
I like your pairing with the leggings and Tory Burch shoes. While I don't think I could pull it off for a normal work day, I think it could definitely work for Casual Fridays! Thanks!
I have that exact same tunic in red!!
so cute! taylor swift is my favorite look of all the celebs...that belt is beautiful!
What a fabulous outfit!
I would definitely say a belt does wonders with the plaid phase!
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