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15 Ways To Wear Gingham for Any Occasion

To work, the beach, and even the gym.

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The classic picnic print works well beyond the park, thanks in part to designers like Altuzarra, Marques'Almeida and others who featured it on the runway. It's a spring staple, yes, but it also lasts through summer which means you can find an excuse to wear the plaid 24/7 for the next few months. Scroll through for definitive proof that gingham works for every occasion.

On Vacation

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Zara Gingham Check Skirt and Top, $50; zara.com

To Brunch

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Marques'Almeida Gingham Off-Shoulder Blouse, $298; farfetch.com

At The Gym

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J. Crew Gingham Sports Bra, $55; jcrew.com

J. Crew Gingham Bike Short, $45; jcrew.com

J. Crew Pucked Gingham Capri Tights, $75; jcrew.com

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For An Interview

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Altuzarra Acacia Mini

For A Night Out

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Alexandre Birman Lolita fgoodman.com

To The Beach

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Camp Cove Reef Banded Triangle Bikini Top, $65; modaoperandi.com

Camp Cove Katie High Rise Gingham Cheeky Bottom, $65; modaoperandi.com

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On Date Night

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Caroline Constas Gabriela Off-the-Shoulder Gingham Top, $395; intermixonline.com

At The Office

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Maje Gingham Printed Shirt Dress, $275; maje.com

To A Wedding

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Mansur Volume Clutch, $595; mansurgavriel.com

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Lounging At Home

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Current/Elliott The High Waist Gingham Cotton Shorts, $58; theoutnet.com

From Work to Happy Hour

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Topshop Gingham Ruffle Midi Skirt, $75; topshop.com

For a Party

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Rosie Assoulin Iris Off-The-Shoulder Ruffled Gingham Seersucker Top, $1,395; net-a-porter.com

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For a Girl's Day

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Cult Gaia Dorothy Bow Back Top, $118; cultgaia.com

Cult Gaia Dorothy Capri Pant, $128; cultgaia.com       

For A Music Festival

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 MISA Los Angeles Lacy Shorts, $172; revolve.com 

To Go Shopping

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Storets Felicity Off The Shoulder Dress, $92; storets.com

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Justine Carreon


Justine Carreon is the market editor at ELLE.com covering fashion, Dutch ovens, and fashion again. When she isn’t approaching style through a modern, accessible lens, she’s scouring eBay for vintage Levi’s and pretending she knows how to surf. Before joining ELLE.com in 2015 she worked as a freelance writer and stylist in New York City.   

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