Plaid has deep roots in skate and punk style. In modern streetwear, it shows up in relaxed pants, shorts and color-block tops. Here's how to wear it.
Plaid pants
The Unisex Plaid Wide Leg Pants are lightweight (130 gsm) with a wide, relaxed leg. Pair with a solid boxy tee in one of the colors from the plaid. For a heavier option, the Unisex Plaid Straight Leg Pants is 400 gsm cotton.
Plaid shorts
The Unisex Plaid Shorts, Unisex Plaid Drawstring Shorts and Unisex Plaid Loose Capri Shorts are easy summer picks. Wear them with a plain tank or tee and skate shoes.
Plaid tops
- Unisex Boxy Plaid Color Block Polo Shirt: a boxy polo with plaid color blocking.
- Unisex Plaid Color Block Hoodie: an oversized 400 gsm hoodie with plaid panels.
- Unisex Plaid Quarter-Zip Sweatshirt: a quarter-zip with a plaid body.
- Unisex Plaid Full-Zip Track Jacket: a lightweight plaid track jacket.
Pairing rules
- One plaid at a time. Two different plaids clash.
- Pull a color. Choose your top to match one shade in the plaid.
- Keep shoes simple. Classic skate shoes or white sneakers.
Plaid's place in street culture
From 90s skate parks to punk shows and grunge flannels, plaid has always been tied to subculture. Modern streetwear keeps the attitude but updates the shapes: wide-leg pants, boxy polos and oversized hoodies instead of fitted shirts.
Plaid by season
- Summer: plaid shorts with a tank or tee.
- Spring and fall: lightweight plaid pants or a track jacket.
- Winter: a heavy plaid hoodie or quarter-zip layered under a denim jacket.
Colors that work with plaid
Black, white and cream go with almost any plaid. For a more styled look, match your top to the darkest or brightest color in the check.
FAQ
Can I wear plaid top and bottom?
Only if it's the same plaid, as a set. Otherwise, keep plaid to one piece.
Are plaid pants unisex?
Yes, all our plaid pants and shorts are unisex.
How should plaid pants fit?
Relaxed through the leg, with a slight break over your shoes.