How To Style Plaid Pants For Fall

Plaid pants, sometimes called tartan trousers, are a classic wardrobe staple that every woman should have in their closet. Even though there’s a large price range to choose from, investing in a nice pair of plaid pants is a good idea.

Unlike denim, plaid pants are appropriate for pretty much any occasion. Wear them to work, weekend brunch, happy hour with the girls, or a day of running errands. An outfit with a pair of plaid pants is instantly elevated with minimal effort. They can be found in pretty much every pant style and fabric material. And even though you can wear plaids any time of the year I think they make the perfect fall transition piece. So I’m pulling together some plaid pants outfit inspo for the next time you’re looking for some outfit ideas.

How To Style Plaid Pants

Because plaid is on its own a bold print, keep the rest of your outfit neutral. Pair your pants with a solid top in a coordinating color. If you have wider hips or thicker thighs and want to minimize them, wear a darker plaid pattern with a lighter shade top. To lengthen your legs opt for a high-rise style and pair with heels or ankle boots.

Outfits With Plaid Pants

For Work

I’m not currently working in an office setting. But anytime that I need to pull together a more professional-looking outfit I’ll do something like this.

With A Black Blazer

Pairing a blazer with plaid pants will instantly elevate your outfit. If you’re looking to wear plaid for work try and stick to colors like black, navy, and grey plaid. These neutral shades are more professional and classy than other bright colors.

With A Cable Knit Sweater

Cable knit sweaters are a wardrobe essential that all women should have in their closets. They’re comfortable, feminine, and will keep you warm in cooler months or inside a cold office. Since cable knit sweaters tend to be on the bulkier side I think your pants should be a slim fit. This will balance out proportions if you’re heavier on the bottom. I wore my favorite white leather Gucci Loafer Mule for an outfit that was both comfortable and warm.

With A Body Suit

Wearing a solid color bodysuit looks clean and minimal. Because there is no extra fabric you don’t have to worry about tucking it in and making lumps and folds in your pants. Long pants that are high rise will create the illusion of longer legs. Cinch the waist with a belt to create an hourglasses figure.

For Fun

The end of summer weather is still warm, but nights are starting to cool down. These outfit ideas are perfect for a night out on a date or just hanging with friends.

With A Denim Jacket

A jean jacket is a perfect topper for a summer evening. The solid fabric balances out the busier plaid pattern.

With A Lace Top Or Cami

Plaid pants on their own make a statement, but adding a lace top to the outfit will make it effortlessly chic. Add a pair of stilettos and a clutch or evening bag and you’re ready for a night out with the ladies or a nice date.

With A Leather Jacket

Leather jackets are always effortlessly cool. As long as your jacket is black leather it will pair well with any shade of plaid pants. Wear your jacket over a tank top, crop top, or tight fighting t-shirt. And finish off the outfit with sneakers or boots, depending on how casual you want to be.

For Everyday

The majority of my days are spent working from home, school events, and running errands. Therefore this is how I dress most of the time. It definitely feels more put together than sweatpants and more elevated than jeans.

With A Crop Top

A crop top and plaid pant combo are a casual, fun, and youthful look. Look for high-waisted, wide-leg pants to help balance out the shorter top. Wearing sneakers will keep this look casual. If you want a dressier look, pair a lace crop top with heels.

With A Graphic T-Shirt

Graphic t-shirts are forever popular because they’re bold, comfortable, and easy to wear. Either wear plaid pants that are minimalist or a graphic tee that is on the neutral side. The pairing of pants that are bright and loud with a super-busy top will make your outfit too chaotic. If you love wearing bright colors, pick a color that’s also on your plaid pants. This will nicely tie your outfit together and make it look coordinated.

With A Baggy Sweater

Pairing a pair of plaid pants with a baggy oversize sweater is an easy way to pull together a casual outfit with a little edge. Wear slim-fit pants with the larger top and finish the outfit with sneakers or boots.

I’d love to hear some of the ways you ladies style your plaid pants!

Xx Monti