Mad about PlaidPrivate school inmates, rejoice! Plaid is rad this fall, and the preppy pattern is seen on everything from shirts to dresses to shoes to hoodie linings. Joining the mighty clan are relatives argyle and houndstooth.
Mens roll up blue plaid western cut shirt, $59.95 at Le Chateau
Plaid Popover Dress, $58 at GAP
Mens Printed Lining Hoodie, $44.50 at Old Navy
Ladies knit top with plaid intsert, $14.50 at H&M
Get Waisted
Be gone, droopy trousers and thong exposure: this season’s silhouettes are taking cues from grandma’s wardrobe. Think high waists and roomy legs. Don’t think doilies.
Lightweight Sailer Denim, $69.98 at Le Chateau
Solid InVestments
Arm yourself (or rather, don’t) with a sleeveless classic. Both gals and guys are suiting up in this versatile piece: wear over funky t-shirts, dresses or billowy blouses.
Men's Black Cotton Vest, $59.00 at Gap
Golden Oldies
More style cues from the nursing home: cardigans and sweaters. But the youthful twist comes in the form of colour bursts that just might give Artie a heart attack.
Womens Burnout Cardigan in Yellow Stripe, $24.50 at Old Navy
Mens Wedge Burst Sweater, $59.90 at H&M.
The Kool Aid Factor
Basics are borrowing from an overcast October day, which means grey with 100% chance of boring. How to beat the odds: make your outfit pop with a refreshing burst of fruit flavour like orange, grape or lime.
Bauble Ballet Flats in Monaco Plum, $26.50 at Old Navy
Mens organic cotton graphic tee $19.90 at H&M
