Thursday, April 9, 2009

Tantalizing Tartan

Plaid for summer? Absolutely, darlings! It’s madras mayhem!
Agnes b.; this and next via nymag.com
Benjamin Cho
Carmen March, via vogue.es
Marni; this and next 2 images courtesy style.com
Martin Grant
Max Mara
Talbot Runhof, via nymag.com
Tsumori Chisato, via vogue.fr
Wunderkind, via style.com.

What to buy, you ask?
Certainly a madras shift or jacket!
Dsquared2 plaid blazer, at eLuxury.com.
This Luella jacket has a subtle plaid print and will look fabulous paired with jeans; this and next at net-a-porter.com.
Vera Wang tartan print dress.
L.A.M.B. pinafore dress, at asos.com.
Marc Jacobs shadow plaid patchwork dress, at net-a-porter.com.
Opening Ceremony voluminous dress. Visit lagarconne.com.
Buffalo plaid tank dress, at forever21.com.
How about these Alice + Olivia cuff shorts, at shopbop.com?
CC loves this trouser short from Victoria’s Secret.
Or try Oscar de la Renta’s pleated skirt, available at net-a-porter.com.
For the gents: Madras board shorts from J. Crew. Visit jcrew.com.
Gucci button-down shirt, pictured via men.style.com. Men: read more here.
Ladies: How sexy is this plaid balconet bikini top and low rise bottom from victoriassecret.com?
Channel the trend by toting a tartan print handbag, like this Juicy Couture tote, at shopbop.com.
American Eagle plaid mini duffle, at ae.com.
D&G cotton checked shirt, at net-a-porter.com.
Last look: Urban Renewal plaid ruffle blouse, at urbanoutfitters.com.

Perfect plaids, darlings! Get tarty with tartan!

xoxox,
CC
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59 comments:

  1. www.janetteria.comApril 9, 2009 at 11:09 AM

    Oh yeeeeaaaaah darling CC! Janet totally loves the plaid things, because that is perfect on all of season! :)

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  2. LenoreNeverM♡reApril 9, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    LUV le Tartiness CC! Didn't know Victoria’s Secret sells that lovely pair...need to gout more often ;)

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  3. NotionApril 9, 2009 at 11:22 AM

    your gonna see alot of that stuff this summer the bathing suit is pretty hot

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  4. KatiaApril 9, 2009 at 11:30 AM

    ah, I love all the top dresses and outfits!
    I didn't think plaid would be around for so long!

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  5. Baybay MamaApril 9, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    Yeah totally feeling the plaid. My thing is I don't want to look too prep.

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  6. AngelaApril 9, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    CC, the last plaid ruffle shirt is divine. i am on it.

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  7. UnknownApril 9, 2009 at 12:35 PM

    I love the sheer plaid dress!

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  8. CassiopeiaApril 9, 2009 at 12:47 PM

    sigh. what an adorable berry and white dress! great post as ever :-D

    xxxc

    http://clothestohealabrokenheart.blogspot.com/

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  9. AlineApril 9, 2009 at 12:49 PM

    I love this post Carrie....I love plaid!

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  10. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 12:54 PM

    hmm tartan is something ive never tried wearing but maybe i will now!

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  11. MizzJApril 9, 2009 at 1:03 PM

    Plaid in summer, what an interesting idea!

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  12. UnknownApril 9, 2009 at 1:08 PM

    Love that Opening Ceremony dress, you make me want to go shopping so much!

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  13. CamilleApril 9, 2009 at 1:10 PM

    I love plaid things :D
    Wonderful choices;b

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  14. freeteymeApril 9, 2009 at 1:18 PM

    love the plaid shorts and swimwear! does that mean I can use my RL plaid bags again? *lol*

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  15. LisaApril 9, 2009 at 1:41 PM

    The UO blouse is too adorable! Mmm madras. :)

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  16. Annabel Wendt (LoveMore)April 9, 2009 at 2:06 PM

    oh CC yay for tartan! i do love it! and especially the very first shot here - would kill for that!!!

    hoping you are well and HAPPY EASTER! you deserve a wonderful weekend

    love always bel xx

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  17. erika soroccoApril 9, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    I'm so in love with those trouser shorts from Victoria's Secret. And that Juicy Couture tote isn't too shabby either!

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  18. A BIT COQUETTISHApril 9, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    Love VS's tartan clothing =]

    BIsous,
    La C.

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  19. TriciaApril 9, 2009 at 2:21 PM

    I would wear every one of those runway tartan looks, love them!

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  20. AllisonApril 9, 2009 at 3:01 PM

    Mmm, I can't get enough of plaid! These are wonderful selections - and plaid is good all year round :)

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  21. WanderlustingApril 9, 2009 at 3:03 PM

    The Opening Ceremony one is adorable - love to put that on, throw my hair in pigtails and go lounge on the grass :)

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  22. sarahApril 9, 2009 at 3:16 PM

    Fabulous round-up---love the bottom little ruffled shirt, very sweet!

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  23. Terence SamboApril 9, 2009 at 3:16 PM

    i love the bags!!!!!!!!!!!! cute :oD

    I feel better now haha :oD

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  24. EmzApril 9, 2009 at 3:37 PM

    I so absolutely need to go buy something plaid now!!

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  25. JuliaApril 9, 2009 at 4:07 PM

    I love plaid dresses. I've got one in purple, green and white.
    xoxo

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  26. Fashion MomentApril 9, 2009 at 4:17 PM

    Wow, darling, it's amazing!
    I really like D&G shirt, Marc Jacobs patchwork dres, wonderful Vera Wang dress, Dsquared2 blazer and Talbot Runhof dress!
    Thank you for the answer!

    FM~FP

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  27. KatiApril 9, 2009 at 4:55 PM

    Honestly? I'd love to wear every item!

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  28. YukaApril 9, 2009 at 5:20 PM

    i love the sheer tartan piece in the 4th photo! great look!

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  29. WendyBApril 9, 2009 at 5:33 PM

    I'm obsessed with my plaid dress from Zang Toi -- it's heavy though so I'm glad I got it while it was still cool enough outside to wear it!

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  30. Tina { Luphia Loves... }April 9, 2009 at 5:41 PM

    think i need another tartan blouse! :)

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  31. prettyneonsApril 9, 2009 at 5:50 PM

    hello's,
    long time no comment, my blogger has been up the wall lately all sorted now (touch wood and all that jazz)

    I've missed this blog, you've no idea! Plaid is so versatile I think and not just for picnics (picnic blankets rather).
    bye for now,
    peace & bows...
    prettyneons x

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  32. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 5:52 PM

    OMG! I love almost every single one of these photos! AHH!! Girl, you always make me want to go out hunting for whatever you post. Though, that's also why you're amazing! I love the first and last items the best. That first dress flows beautifully!

    XOXO,
    Kat-

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  33. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 6:07 PM

    How do you find all this great pictures!?
    It's always fund to read your post <3
    xoxo L.

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  34. AbbyApril 9, 2009 at 7:08 PM

    ah i love the Talbot Runhof dress!! totally ah-maze-ing!!
    lovr youe blog too!!

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  35. SOS!April 9, 2009 at 7:38 PM

    i do love checked geeky blazers!!
    xx-LJ from SOS!

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  36. Graça Ventura MedeirosApril 9, 2009 at 7:53 PM

    love, love, loving the bags, shorts, bikini and that forever21 dress!

    kiss kiss!

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  37. Blair FriedemanApril 9, 2009 at 8:03 PM

    I adore madras! I actually think that it is my favorite pattern for the summer. What versatile option you showed. Love the black and white dress--I so wish I had a reason to wear something like it!

    xx, b

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  38. Little LovablesApril 9, 2009 at 8:12 PM

    I absolutely love the very first dress and the capris and pleated skirt. Gorgeous!!

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  39. HuyLuongApril 9, 2009 at 9:05 PM

    Thank you, you are so caring.
    Plaid is a staple in my wardrobe. All of your posts are unexpected and fun!

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  40. TiffanyApril 9, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    one of my favorite posts! I can't get enough! reminds me of my plaid butter by nadia dress.

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  41. EeliApril 9, 2009 at 11:52 PM

    Aaaah yet anotehr wonderful post. Tartan also does no favours for me lol but yesssssss I do luv luv luv them on others though.


    Thanks CC! You're such a sweetheart.


    xoxo Eeli

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  42. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 12:13 AM

    I love it all! Man I really love that bikini though!

    Trisch xo

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  43. Debbie ShiamayApril 10, 2009 at 12:32 AM

    OMG these photos are ever so inspiring! Thanks for posting this up I love your blog!

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  44. MaddyApril 10, 2009 at 12:44 AM

    love love love the tartan trend!

    I'm just starting out with with my blog and am hoping it will turn into something about Melbourne teen fashion... I'd love you to check it out and maybe give me some advice or exchange links?

    ty x.

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  45. VanessasRunwayApril 10, 2009 at 12:55 AM

    I love the ruffle blouse from urban outfitters. It's like a sexy-cool-lumberjack-ish shirt! ;)

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  46. Sharon SApril 10, 2009 at 4:03 AM

    Hi there-fabulous picks my dear, I'm loving the D&G shirt best, a timeless stylish classic!

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  47. William Street StoreApril 10, 2009 at 4:26 AM

    Mmm i am obsessed with tartan, these are great pieces!!
    I adore the victoria secrets bikini too ♥ xx

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  48. Ella GregoryApril 10, 2009 at 5:05 AM

    I won't be doing this look for summer. Only because I wore so much plaid over the winter I need a break from it.

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  49. FrankieApril 10, 2009 at 6:22 AM

    Hooray for plaid! I'm so glad. Otherwise I would be sad. And yes, my rhyming is bad x

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  50. Lady SumireApril 10, 2009 at 6:42 AM

    That Marc Jacobs dress is beautiful!!!!Why Can't I be rich??

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  51. Mom Fashion WorldApril 10, 2009 at 7:11 AM

    CC, i got crazy over with the clothes and shoes every time you post here!
    i love them all!
    i'm wearing my plaid soon!

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  52. Hope Adela PasztorApril 10, 2009 at 8:28 AM

    i love it when plaid gets formalized-like in the form of a long dress!

    http://pinkchampagnefashion.blogspot.com/

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  53. BlairApril 10, 2009 at 9:21 AM

    Me encanta el tartan style,yo tengo un vestido de este invierno.
    1besazo

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  54. Nazarina AApril 10, 2009 at 10:32 AM

    Omg!,
    The brown plaid jacket is what I wore last year in one of my "about me" pictures!I have since donated it to a charity!Oh, well I stlii have a plaid skirt !!!
    These are just an exquisite array of plaids.I love all of it!!!

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  55. BradfordApril 10, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    I somehow knew this post was coming. In fact, was waiting for it. Good eye.

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  56. HoneyBunnyApril 10, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    Great idea! I've always thought of tartan print as something for autumn and winter, but it really might look fab for summers:)))

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  57. ElyseApril 10, 2009 at 7:24 PM

    Plaid always gets me! I love all of these! I agree, plaid is perfect for all seasons!

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  58. mariemaudApril 11, 2009 at 7:48 AM

    I love them associated with others patterns ! risky but awesome when it works :D Happy Easter CC
    bisous

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  59. UnknownApril 14, 2009 at 4:42 PM

    Thanks for commenting on my plaid! As you can see, I am totally with you in the plaid love for the season... my dress is wintery, but now I see how fun and light plaid can be for the hot months too!

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