15 Fresh Ways to Wear Plaid Pants This Fall

When you think about plaid, perhaps your mind turns to that short-lived grunge phase you had back in middle school. As for us, we tend to equate plaid with fall, and this upcoming season, that's a very good thing—the print was all over the runways at fashion week, and high-street and high-fashion retailers alike are stocking their shelves accordingly. And one of the easiest ways to dip a toe into the trend is via a cool pair of plaid pants. Sure, they might feel a bit nostalgic or punk, but the outfits we've rounded up ahead will show you 15 fresh ways to style this playful print no matter how you define your personal style.

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Don't be afraid to mix and match your prints. 

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And don't be afraid of bright plaids either. 

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Perfect pants for a walk on the beach.

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Opt for matching plaid sets for a cool and composed look. 

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Compliment your bold one-shoulder sweater with neutral plaid pants. 

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Or make your sweater stand out with a pair of pink plaid pants. 

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Private-school plaid, but make it fashion.

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There's not a better pair of pants to go with your black turtlenecks. 

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Have fun layering and experimenting with prints and colors this fall. 

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Perfect weekend attire right here. 

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The ultimate plaid power suit. 

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Add a twist to your monochromatic outfits. 

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Printed corduroy blazers and plaid pants = the combo you didn't know you needed to try. 

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All your fall go-to pieces in one cool outfit. 

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Who knew plaid pants and snakeskin boots would look so good together? 

Wardrobe in need of a few new plaid pieces? Right this way…

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