Plaid Skirts

After spotting Ali Larter working a cool-girl outfit that is equal parts edgy and sweet, we can't wait to test-drive her new combo for our next outing. The actress stepped out in West Hollywood sporting a black quilted leather jacket with a black and white plaid miniskirt, black tights, and suede platform booties. But what we really appreciate here is the unexpected pop of color via her hot-pink sweater. It all comes together flawlessly, so if you love Ali's latest ensemble as much as we do, shop our picks below to get her look for day or night.

Jessica Alba may have been dubbed "the queen of layering" by her stylist Brad Goreski, but her latest NYC look has her taking on a new title as the master of unexpected combos. The actress paired an edgy black-cropped leather biker jacket ($5,350) with a yellow plaid midi skirt, both by Ralph Lauren, to create the perfect edgy-meets-dainty ensemble. Her black-on-black basics — cap-sleeve top, t-strap sandals, and matching clutch — were the perfect canvas to make her bold bottoms pop. Work your plaid skirt with a leather jacket and black sandals to channel Jessica's Fashion-Week style.

Leave it to Sarah Jessica Parker to pair a hot-pink cardigan with a preppy plaid skirt. The actress was spotted leaving her NYC apartment in an outfit that's sassy up top and preppy chic on bottom. Her Comme des Garçons skirt would be too demure on its own, but paired with a bright cardigan, it's instantly revitalized. A red crossbody bag added even more pizazz while simultaneously feeding into the red-and-pink color trend. If you admire SJP's eclectic look as much as we do, get her exact skirt, as well as some similar pieces, below. Or, next time you're reaching for a plaid piece in your closet, think to give it a major pop via a bright accent. Try a plaid dress with a bold bag, or a plaid blazer with neon flats.