29 Ways to Wear Plaid Without Looking Like a Lumberjack

Plaid is a print with a long history, from its start in the Scottish Highlands to its grungy rise during the 1990s. But these days, it's considered a wardrobe staple. Whether it's on a top, dress, or scarf, most women can claim to have the checked print in their closet. And while it's easy to get comfy wearing it just one way (like maybe the flannel shirt that's so easy to wear come cold weather), why not expand your horizons?

These 29 outfits offer totally different ways to wear tartan, so you can cozy up in a new look for Fall and save a few outfit ideas for Winter — check them all out ahead!

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Simple With Sleek, Black Bottoms
Instagram | pepamack

Simple With Sleek, Black Bottoms

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Balancing Out a Girlie Ensemble
Instagram | songofstyle

Balancing Out a Girlie Ensemble

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Buttoned Up Under a Sweater
Instagram | fifideluxeblog

Buttoned Up Under a Sweater

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A Statement Dress With Matching Shoes
Instagram | blaireadiebee

A Statement Dress With Matching Shoes

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A Soft Sweater With a Skirt
Instagram | colormecourtney

A Soft Sweater With a Skirt

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Colorful and Creative
Instagram | colormecourtney

Colorful and Creative

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Preppy With High Socks and Sneakers
Instagram | blaireadiebee

Preppy With High Socks and Sneakers

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A Cozy Scarf Paired With a Leather Jacket
Instagram | alexcloset

A Cozy Scarf Paired With a Leather Jacket

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Daytime Casual With a Shoulder Bag and Wide-Brimmed Hat
Instagram | thestyleriot

Daytime Casual With a Shoulder Bag and Wide-Brimmed Hat

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A Contrasting Scarf and Coat
Instagram | colormecourtney

A Contrasting Scarf and Coat

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Wide-Legged Pants With a Simple, Tight Top
Instagram | peaceloveshea

Wide-Legged Pants With a Simple, Tight Top

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As a Button-Down Dress
Instagram | couldihavethat

As a Button-Down Dress

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Matching Someone Special
Instagram | vivaluxuryblog

Matching Someone Special

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A Skirt Paired With a Simple Crop Top
Instagram | weworewhat

A Skirt Paired With a Simple Crop Top

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Dressed Up With a Leather Skirt and Sleek Heels
Instagram | kattanita

Dressed Up With a Leather Skirt and Sleek Heels

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Soft and Cozy Over a Sweater
Instagram | somethingnavy

Soft and Cozy Over a Sweater

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Worn With Sleek Leather
Instagram | sincerelyjules

Worn With Sleek Leather

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Layered For Major Oomph
Instagram | lapetiteanglaise

Layered For Major Oomph

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Around the Waist With Cutoffs and a White Tee
Instagram | drunkonshoes

Around the Waist With Cutoffs and a White Tee

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A Cozy Coat Over a Statement Tee
Instagram | collagevintage

A Cozy Coat Over a Statement Tee

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Jazzing Up a Simple Dress
Instagram | weworewhat

Jazzing Up a Simple Dress

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As a Party Dress With Cute Heels
Instagram | lateafternoon

As a Party Dress With Cute Heels

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Layered Over Lots of Denim
Instagram | collagevintage

Layered Over Lots of Denim