The pattern known as "plaid" has consistently remained an item of fashion throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. The fabric has retained a timelessness that few other patterns have sustained. Because of plaid's versatility and universality, it can be dressed up, dressed down, and used to add flair to anything from small accessories to furniture.
Types of Plaid
Before plaid became an item of fashion, it was used by Scottish clans to distinguish their families from one another. It was a slow evolution from the 16th through 19th centuries that transformed plaid from an item of social distinction to a pattern of style.
Tartan
The term "tartan" is the original name for woven patterns used by ancient Scottish clans. Although the origins are not commonly recognized, many of the patterns are widely used. The origins of familiar tartan patterns, that would be used for modern day shirts, pants, and accessories, include designs from the clans Stuart, MacDuff, MacLeod, and Sutherland.
Buffalo Check
More American in style, Buffalo Check is associated with lumberjacks and the mountainous regions of the United States of America. It is characterised by two colors in a checkered pattern. The checks tend to be quite large and distinct, as opposed to the interwoven thick and skinny lines of tartan style.
Madras
This type of plaid has a busier look than the tartan or buffalo check. It is typically made using a lightweight cotton material from the city of Madras, India. The style is colorful and commonly used for spring clothing.
Houndstooth
This plaid pattern is made like the buffalo check, using two checkered colors, but is distinctive in that each square is broken with jagged edges. The pattern can be made with small checks, which is used for items like men's suits, but can also be made with a large checkered pattern for things like women's skirts and handbags.
The Fundamentals
Because of its versatility, plaid can be used for many different clothing items, accessories, and even furniture.
Clothing
Men and women can use plaid for nearly any piece of clothing. For men, a solid color shirt can be set off with a bold pair of plaid pants. Women can also make an outfit stand out by dressing basic jeans, an office skirt, or shorts with a plaid button down shirt. A plaid dress is an item that can be worn with layers during cold winter months, or as a breezy summer outfit. Even plaid yoga pants are a good way to add flair to a solid black or white T-shirt.
Accessories
If choosing a plaid shirt or pants is too much for an outfit, there are dozens of options for adding plaid accents without overdoing it. Necessities like belts, undergarments, wallets, and handbags are all great ways to make plaid part of the ensemble. For a smart business outfit, a pair of plaid heels are different, yet sophisticated. For both men and women, a watch with a plaid band can be used for smart or casual clothes. For a stand-out accessory on a rainy day, a plaid umbrella can be a way to shine in dreary weather. There are numerous options for plaid luggage. A plaid briefcase for a man, or purse for a woman, are both smart and catchy features to tote along. As well, a plaid suitcase can be an eye-catching accompaniment for a vacation, and would be useful when looking for luggage at an airport carousel.
Furniture
There are many ways that plaid can complement both indoor and outdoor furniture. Adding a plaid couch or accent chair can make a living room both cozy and fashionable. Some plaid armchairs can be purchased with an accompanying footstool. Depending on the colors used, plaid can act as both a smart, modern feature, or a vintage accessory to a room. As well, plaid patio furniture cushions can turn a basic, metal patio furniture set into something remarkable and attractive.
Buying Plaid on eBay
From the eBay homepage, buyers can access subcategories of the Fashion and Home & Garden departments to find plaid clothing, accessories and furniture. From subcategories like Men's Fashion, Home Decor, and Handbags & Accessories, buyers can type in "plaid" in the search bar to find either a store, seller, or specific item. When choosing a plaid item, buyers can peruse an eBay seller's profile, ratings and reviews to determine their reliability. Through eBay, the buyer can communicate with the seller to make the purchasing process a smooth one.
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