More often than not, we take fashion cues from celebrities. And if we go by what Kim Kardashian, Blake Lively and Jessica Alba, among others, were spotted wearing not too long ago, we could tell you that Spring/Summer 2015 is going to be big on gingham and houdstooth prints and patterns.
According to stylist and fashion blogger, Pranita Mehta, “Fashion is time travelling. Every now and then, we see designers drawing inspiration from history. This season, we are going to be heading back to the 60s. Ginghams, hound’s-tooth, and plaids are trending again and are smartly being converted into modern silhouettes and styles.”
“There’s so much one can do with gingham prints this summer. From short dresses and smart button-downs to fitted pencil skirts or even cropped trousers that can be worn to office, effortless luxe is the look women should aim for with this trend. The best thing about this fad is that both big and small prints are in vogue. This summer, micro checks will be seen on blustery dresses, thin jumpsuits, and skirts of different lengths, while large checks look best on cropped tops, light-weight coats, or even silk scarves,” says Meera Hegde, a fashion entrepreneur.
The typical mix of black and white, together with the grey checks will always be a favourite but fashion experts say the colour palette for gingham prints will be in sync with what one would ideally expect during the warmer months.
“Soft or light-coloured checks are frisky yet feminine and are perfect for the season. So go in for warm greens and cobalt blues, blush and baby pinks, peachy tones, soft oranges, and beige,” she advises.
Since we’re high on retro, “twin sets in gingham patterns are the simplest way of sporting the look. From full-sleeved fitted tops to go with matching shorts or pairing a midriff-bearing top featuring small checks with a matching high-waisted skirt, there is enough room for innovation. Just make sure you don’t go OTT with you accessories,” says collegian Akriti George.
Skirtsuits in checks are bound to make a fashion statement as also would boxy shortsuits. To give this tailored look a more feminine appeal, experts suggest you opt for clothes that feature daring slits and plunging necklines.
In terms of styling this trend, Pranita opines: “Since androgynous dressing is in now, I could go about styling a gingham shirt with trousers and suspenders.”
Print mixing is a huge sub-trend when it comes to gingham prints “but it’s not the easiest thing to get it right. It’s better to use gingham patterns sparingly and make sure they’re paired with prints in complementary tones.
But again, experiment with this look only if you’re confident enough about pulling it off,” says model, Sandra Britto.
Fuss free fashion goes hand in hand with nude/minimal make-up, soft wavy hairdos or messy up-dos. So it really shouldn’t be too hard to sport the gingham print in style this summer!
