Would You Wear… a Gridlock Pattern?
Grid patterns spotted on the Prada (above left) and Tory Burch (above right) runways and on Hailee Steinfeld. Photo Credit: 1, 2, 3
Reading the September issues of my favorite fashion magazines is always an enlightening experience. As I flipped through Marie Claire, I couldn’t help noticing a unique pattern throughout the fashion spreads. Gridlock patterns and oversized boxes are the hot new print this fall, so expect to see them everywhere.
These grid patterns are reminiscent of the ’60s mod era, but would today’s contemporary fashionista wear them? I was skeptical until I found the above photo of Hailee Steinfeld styled chic-ly in her Tommy Hilfiger jacket.
If you’re headed to class and don’t wanna rock head-to-toe grids, grab a scarf or pair of flats with a gridlock pattern. Small accessories are an easy way to adapt the overpowering gridlock pattern from the runways into your wardrobe.
Need inspiration? Don a gridlock top for a lunch date with your mom…
Product Information: Top – Madewell, Skirt – Warehouse, Shoes – Nordstrom, Bag – Zara, Ring – Topshop
What are your thoughts on the grid pattern trend?
Leave a comment and let me know what you think! Is this a versatile trend or tough to adapt to your wardrobe? Do you have any oversized check or grid patterned pieces? How would you wear this look?
Posted on on September 27, 2011 / Filed Under: Would You Wear? / Tags: Fall 2011, Hailee Steinfeld, Patterns, Prada, Tory Burch, Would You Wear?
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Mai
I’m not a big fan of it, but LOVED the outfit you put together. I would totally wear that!
Shelby
LOVE!
Rashi
i have the same bag from Zara…only in red!!!! :) :) :)
Mina
I think it could be cute, but only in small doses. I wouldn’t wear a complete head-to-toe gridlock patterned outfit.
Chinea
I loved the pattern at Prada! I’ll definitely try out the look.
Jenny in Jacquard
I agree with Mina, it looks great in moderation like on Hailee and in the blouse you chose. It looks like the perfect pattern for fall!
Lia
The gridlock is interesting in small doses, but I feel that plaid or check serves a similar purpose and looks prettier. I’m just not used to it yet. I love it on that blazer, so maybe it will grow on me.
Caitlin
I like Hailee’s look, and the outfit you created below – the trend is very cute then, but otherwise I’d probably skip it. I think I won’t bother trying to incorporate this trend into my wardrobe unless I happen upon a piece I just love!
Lauren
I’d definitely wear that! It’s quirky and fun and cute and exactly the kind of pattern I like :D
Ariel Sims
I love that outfit! I’m just not sure the pattern would look good on me!
aish
i like the top
but need to see more of this trend