Find the Perfect Plaid Outfit for Your Fall Style

Date: October 3, 2024

If there's one pattern that basically screams fall, it's plaid. No matter the color—rich red, cozy brown, classic blue and white—or the fabric, plaid feels right at home as soon as the temperature drops. It feels so good to put on your favorite flannel shirt and cozy up on the couch with a cup of coffee and a book or movie, doesn't it?

Plaid is back for the season and even bigger than ever, and it goes beyond that favorite flannel shirt. You can go classic and casual in a plaid shirt or jacket or mix things up with fresh and new ways to wear the print. Ahead, we're breaking down our favorite plaid looks and where to wear them.

Stylish plaid outfits for women featuring a long brown and navy striped plaid coat layered over a black hoodie and wide-leg jeans, accessorized with sunglasses and brown Stiletto

Classic plaid looks

If your fall itinerary is packed with trips to the apple orchard, scary movie nights, and pumpkin spice lattes, you're a fall classic! This season, treat yourself to true-and-true favorites that you'll be wearing for years.

The plaid blazer: Goes with everything, can be worn everywhere. Invest in a plaid blazer to take both your casual and workwear looks up a notch.

A plaid shirt: You know you love it, so add a fresh new print or colorway to your rotation for the fall and winter. Try going up a size for a slouchier, cool oversized fit. Our top pick is the Faherty Legend Sweater Shirt, which is extra snuggly and soft but still feels chic enough for work.

A plaid coat: A long plaid coat makes every day feel like an episode of Gilmore Girls. Wear it with jeans, a cozy sweater, and loafers, and don't forget your cup of coffee!

Casual plaid outfits for women featuring a cozy white, blue and brown plaid shacket styled with a black tank top, belted wide-leg jeans and brown suede boots

A plaid scarf: Because it's cozy season, after all! Layer it with a jacket and dress combo, jeans and a blazer, or keep it at your desk when the office AC is still going in November.

New ways to wear plaid

If we'll find you planning fall parties, redecorating your house in seasonal colors, and swapping out your wardrobe for cooler weather, you're a fall trendsetter. Think outside the box with fresh and fun ways to wear plaid.

A plaid hat: Give your summer baseball cap a break and change it up with a plaid print hat instead. Pro tip: It's extra cute with a denim-on-denim outfit.

A plaid bomber jacket: You're always looking for the next cool thing, so trade your leather or denim jacket for a cropped plaid style this season. Don't overthink it—just pull it over your favorite outfits and go, just like you would with a jean jacket.

A plaid blouse: We're not talking a flannel button-down shirt, but rather a dressier blouse in a plaid print, like a turtleneck or high-neck style. A plaid print blouse gives you the opportunity to really flex your styling skills and have fun with layering and texture.

Chic plaid outfits for women showcasing a navy and white plaid shirtdress styled with layered gold necklaces, stacked bracelets, and black boots, perfect for a polished fall look

A plaid dress: A plaid shirtdress is another layering and styling superstar. Wear it with bare legs and boots in the early months of fall and add tights and a jacket, blazer, or cardigan over the top when it gets chilly. It's also adorable with sneakers, just a tip.

If plaid is your favorite fall pattern—or maybe you're seriously in need of a dose of plaid—be sure to let your Trendsend stylist know! They'll customize your box with the perfect plaid pieces for your style.