Despite its retro appeal, gingham enjoyed a major revival on the Spring 2017 ready-to-wear runways of Altuzarra, Tome, and Christopher Kane, to name but a few. Meanwhile, the Instagram feeds of some of our favorite It girls, including Rawan Bin Hussain and Dalal Aldoub practically confirmed that the pattern is shaping up to be one of summer’s hottest trends— which is welcome news to those who want to embrace Brigitte Bardot look this season (she got married in a pink and white Vichy check dress.) The ‘50’s-pattern is re-emerging as a seasonal favorite among the street style set too, and came interpreted as off-the-shoulder dresses, ruffled tops, and even shoelaces. In the gallery ahead, we highlight five ways to wear this summer’s go-to trend.
The Style Masterclass on How to Make Gingham Work
During London Fashion Week, this street style star paired gingham with another one of summer’s hottest trends, florals, for maximum impact. Rex
This street style star took a laid-back approach to the checkered pattern with a pair of casual mom jeans. Rex
Throwing a breezy, off-the-shoulder dress over a frilly, Victorian-style blouse is a fresh way to extend the lifespan of your favorite summer frock. Rex
For a subtle way to incorporate the ‘50’s-print into an outfit, this Paris Fashion Week attendee accessorized with a pair of platforms with gingham laces. Getty
This street style foregoes the traditional black and white Vichy print for something blue, to offer a fresh take on the summer trend. Getty
