Plaid is the most versatile trend going this spring. You can take the same plaid and dress it up for drinks, or keep it down low and laid back. From ska and flannel inspired checkers to Ivy League grids, there's an inclusive range of styles within the plaid trend, accommodating edgy, California casual, and preppy tastes alike.

The plaid trend also has the longest shelf life of all the spring trends. Even the brightest seasonal plaids can be extended and integrated into your cold weather wardrobe. When you buy plaid you're buying it to wear all year. But hey, it's still spring and summer is knocking! Hit the pool party in plaid shorts!