Growing up I attended a private school, until 5th grade, where uniforms were a requirement. Although at the time I despised wearing the same outfit as every other girl in class, I secretly enjoyed the plaid prints that adorned those dreaded knee-length skirts and ill-fitting jumpers. It is ironic to me that some of those items are now very much IN style. Oooh how times have changed! I cannot quite bring myself to wear the exact same blue-based pattern of my past but I can definitely jump on-board a more subtle plaid skirt ship. This mini with its black & white checkerboard print makes the look much more manageable in my mind; for me it is a bit nostalgic but perfect for the upcoming season. I’m really loving the flattering cut of this skirt and the fact that it is just long enough to be appropriate for any occasion. My one {tiny} complaint is that the material is a lot thinner than I expected. For some reason, likely based on the pattern, I assumed it would be much heavier. A pair of opaque tights with it will definitely be required come winter!
For a more laid back vibe, I topped this checkerboard beauty with a simple French Connection (notice a trend? FC is my GO TO for sweaters!!!) turtleneck and my Petty booties. I can’t find a link for my snakeskin print that I bought last year, so I linked a nearly identical pair below. I can definitely see this skirt being paired with a unique blouse, tights, and pumps for the office as well as a graphic tee and edgy biker jacket for a weekend look. For just under $50 and a limitless number of outfit combinations, this skirt is a great find!
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