Check Mate

From laundry bag prints to classic plaid checks, squares were all over the show on the Fall '13 catwalks. Particularly seen on coats and jackets, the look was doubled and layered to emphasise the print.  Team the look with a slicked back ponytail or a bushy 40s-come-70s loose do like those worn in the Marc by Marc Jacobs collection.  The motto is, however you wear it, just wear lots of it!

1. 3.1 Phillip Lim Fall '13, 2. Celine Fall '13, 3. Marc by Marc Jacobs Fall '13, 4. Emilia Wickstead Fall '13, 5. Stella McCartney Fall '13.


Check You Out!

When attempting the look you need to be an all-or-nothing kinda gal - you've just got to go for it! Layer it up this winter, by wearing cute chiffon shorts teamed with a big cosy jumper in contrasting check.  Or, how about an all-in-one playsuit like this one from Glamorous?  Try these cute little mini-dresses, smock-like in style they're a more casual take on the trend.  If you want something a little more subtle, try this organza blouse or ombre leggings to merely hint at the look.  Accessorise with black and colour blocked handbag and heels in the complimentary shades of blue and red.

1. Zara, Cropped Checked Sweater £25.99
2. Lavish Alice, Red Silk Cropped Vest Top £28
3. Zara, Checked Organza Blouse £29.99
4. Goldie, Check Print Dress £20 (Sale)
5. Glamorous, White with Black Check Print Jumpsuit £32
6. Boohoo.com, Leanne Check Print Ombre Leggings £6
7. Zara, Checked Trousers with Zips £39.99
8. Zara, Checked Shorts £29.99
9. Boohoo.com, Jessica Check Smock Dress £15
10. Zara, Combination Tote Style Shopper Bag £39.99
11. Zara, Block Heel Leather Ankle Boot £89.99

Stockists:
www.boohoo.com
www.glamorous.com
www.lavishalice.com
www.stylistpick.com
www.zara.com