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Who said you can’t wear j.Crew tartan plaid pants before or after the holidays? Not me!
They are not just for Christmas they can be worn long after the holidays are over.
I just love all things plaid!
Remember this cute red green and black Buffalo plaid Christmas tablescape I did for my grandkids?
I really love plaid pants and especially these red ones!
What to pair with red tartan plaid pants
These cute tartan plaid pants are hanging in my closet and I wear them at Christmas but I decided to wear them now too!
They are just so comfortable because they have a little spandex in them.
What did we ever do without spandex?
To make them less Holiday-ish I paired them with a long white blouse and a lime green/yellow sweater. This particular sweater has become a staple in my wardrobe. I have worn a similar one with a v-neck here with my houndstooth pants.
The pop of the yellow lime green sweater makes them feel fun and perky along with my black and grey snakeskin looking flats.
Here is a lime green/yellow long cardigan that I am thinking would be so fun for spring!
A lady at Hobby Lobby complimented me on my sweater today! She said we all need a little bright color in our life right now and I totally agree with her!
Add a little sparkle
To bring in even more sparkle I wore my favorite necklace from JCrew.
You can see it in this outfit too I mixed it with some longer necklaces and it looks so cute!
This darling brown leather backpack is the perfect accessory for this outfit! Backpacks are great because they leave my hands open for shopping 🙂 Here is a similar small backpack
I am sure my hubby agrees with that statement haha
Add A Black Vest
There is still snow on the ground outside so when I run out to get the mail or go on a quick errand I don’t need to wear my big coat.
A lightweight quilted black zip up vest is perfect! I love the lines of the vest over my sweater to give me a longer leaner look.
Being very short waisted I am always looking for ways to give the illusion of length.
Trading out my snakeskin flats for my Sorrel boots that will keep my feet warm and toasty as I run around town and go out for walks around the lake.
I have had these boots for a couple of years now and they have held up perfectly!
Of course I keep the sparkle going on with the necklace.
Big black Coat over the j. crew tartan plaid pants
When it is super cold and snowing I just throw on my big black coat.
I love the length of this Eddie Bauer quilted coat. Here is a similar one for only $89!!
It keeps my legs and torso nice and warm.
Big beige sweater over Tartan plaid pants
Of course the classic styling of red tartan plaid pants is with a chunky beige sweater and light blue denim shirt. I really love this look too!
Here is a similar creamy wool sweater from JCrew as mine is sold out.
So who said you can’t wear plaid after the holidays?
Not me!
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Love the look and especially those boots. 🙂
Aww thank you Lynda! The boots are super comfortable and stylish. I love wearing them!
Karin
I wear boots like these all the time especially when I’m out in the horse barn or cattle pen. I even wear them to our favorite restaurant or to grocery shopping!
Great posts and photos and I love how you show so many different looks!! You, my dear cousin are my lifestyle inspiration guru!!! XOXO
Oh my gosh you are just too cute!! I just love you! I think we can learn a lot from each other! I love seeing your posts on IG… you need to post more of You on there! I sure wish we could’ve grown up living by each other! We have got to get the fam together for a reunion!
Love you!
Karin
Loving your “snazzy look” ~ maybe the kick I need to sort myself out too 🤗
Thank you Jeannie!! I say go for it! I just turned 60 so I am saying to myself to enjoy a little fun fashion!
Hugs,
Karin
I like your decor style so it wasn’t surprising that I also like your clothing style! I’m a fan of plaid, fun to see how you styled it.
Thanks so much Janice! You are so sweet to say that! I really love plaid too!
Hugs,
Karin
I think you look cute. Stay warm.
Cindy
Thank you so much Cindy I appreciate you leaving me a comment 🙂
cute, cute!!! love your styling ideas. I have several pairs that I wear throughout the winter. my faves are leggings with black boots and sweater. fun post!
Thank you Debra! Oh I think I need some tartan plaid leggings! That would be so fun to wear with a black long sweatshirt or a super long sweater jacket. I love the idea of boots with them too! Fashion is just fun isn’t it? Sometimes I think as I age that I can’t wear certain things but I am just going to try fun new things 🙂
Thanks for stopping by and sharing your idea!
Karin