You may feel a little retro stepping out in gingham — and rightfully so. This classic pattern has been sported on the likes of Katharine Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe.
But this summertime-favorite print has also become thoroughly modern, turning up on style stars like Rihanna and Reese Witherspoon in recent seasons. TODAY’s own Savannah Guthrie has gotten in on the trend as well.
The check-like pattern, which reminds us of a picnic blanket, is sure to add a sweet and laid-back vibe to just about any outfit. And since it's available in all types of styles — from crop tops and high-waisted shorts, to shoes and swimsuits — it’s a cinch to make the look your own.
Lilliana Vazquez, style expert and founder of TheLVGuide.com, visited TODAY Friday with affordable options for wearing the trend.
For a sophisticated feel, look for pieces with a ladylike silhouette, like tailored blouses and blazers or hourglass-shaped dresses and pencil skirts. For a more up-to-date feel, try a larger check print or pick a color combination that goes beyond black and white.
Without further ado, here is a shopping guide to some of the best gingham of the season:
1. Chicwish Check and Chic Cropped Top and Skirt Set, $59.42
2. Zara Frayed Checked Dress, $49.90
3. Go Jane Vintage Vitality Gingham Dress, $32.80
4. Forever 21 Gingham Pocket Shirt, $13.99
5. Forever 21 Gingham Pattern Crop Top, $6
6. Forever 21 Cropped Knot-Front Gingham Shirt, $12.99
7. Forever 21 Collared Gingham Crop Top, $17.90
8. Holding Horses Devon Popover, $49.95
9. Club Monaco Scarletta Cold Shoulder Top, $149.50
10. Club Monaco Indya Tube Top, $139.50
11. J.Crew Tie-Front Boy Shirt in Gingham, $49.99
13. Zara Gingham Top with Frilled Sleeves, $35.90
14. Kendall + Kylie Gingham Style Silk Skirt, $228
15. Missquided Double-Belted Check Shorts, $12.92
16. Old Navy Pixie Mid-Rise Ankle Pants, $26
17. Old Navy Everyday Twill Shorts, $14.97
18. J.Crew Linen Pant In Gingham, $99.99
19. J.Crew Gingham Pleated Mini Skirt, $59.99
20. Ann Taylor Gingham High Waisted Shorts, $49.99
21. Nasty Gal Walk in the Park Gingham Dress, $54.40
22. Forever 21 Gingham Midi Shirtdress, $15.99
23. Sunday in Brooklyn Ruffled Gingham Shift, $138
24. J.Crew Ruffled Off-The-Shoulder Dress, $69.50
25. Zara Gingham Dress, $39.90
26. Topshop Gingham Halter Romper, $95
27. Anne Klein Gingham Fit & Flare Dress, $129
28. Julia Jordan Woven Gingham Shirtdress, $128
29. Forever 21 Gingham Push-up Bikini Top, $12.99
30. Solid & Striped Poppy Gingham One-Piece, $99.95
31. J. Crew Gingham Knotted Fabric Slides, $104.99
32. J. Crew Slingback Flats in Gingham, $178.00
33. Ann Taylor Kaelyn Gingham Leather Strappy Sandals, $89.88
34. Ann Taylor Gingham Square Scarf, $49.50
35. North Face ‘Romera’ Waterproof Jacket, $149
36. Proud Mary Hand Woven Blue Gingham Clutch, $42
37. Charming Charlie Gingham Print Compact Mirror, $8
38. Olive Juice Gingham Kerchief, $15
39. Club Monaco Valencia Gingham Headband, $39.50
TODAY.com contributor Lisa A. Flam is a news and lifestyles reporter in New York. Follow her on Twitter and Facebook.