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Happy National Tartan Day!

Julia Walsh — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 11:30:00 PDT

Happy National Tartan Day! Today more than 11 million Americans with Scottish and Scotch-Irish roots celebrate their heritage with events happening all over the country. One foolproof way to join in on the festivity is to pile on the plaid. Of course, a kilt is a festive route, but there's plenty of tartan home decor to get your hands on too!

One of my favorites is the Graham and Brown Audrey Wallpaper ($85) designed by Marcel Wanders. If you're looking for less of a commitment, the Tartan Plaid Napkin Rings ($12) would be a traditional touch for a Scottish party or the Ralph Lauren Wool Tartan Throw ($180) is a cozy item you can use when you're taking it easy.

Do you have any tartan in your home already? Are you celebrating by wearing plaid today?

Giveaway Winner of the Day: Twinklydust

FabSugar — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 07:50:22 PST

Twinklydust is the next winner of our Look of the Day contest. She will receive three COVERGIRL ShineBlast lipglosses and be entered to win a brand new blue Balenciaga bag! Enter for a chance to win now!

Lady tartan is looking incredibly snazzy in her poncho. I love the rich red and black colors, and those caged platforms do their part in injecting sexy roughness. Can't you just see Gwen Stefani loving this outfit?

Congrats to Twinklydust!

Everyone else, submit your looks here, and I might feature you on FabSugar. If I do, you will be entered to win a brand-new blue Balenciaga bag!

Look of the Day: Rockin' Tartan Plaid

FabSugar — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 04:00:08 PDT

Style Bandit is looking like a bird straight out of London. She's rockin' tartan plaid like a fashion pro. Smart lady for tempering the loud print with a black blazer and studded booties. Bold yet simple. Me likey.

Here's what she has on:

Dress: Vintage
Shoes: Colin Stuart

Congrats to Style Bandit!

Everyone else, submit your looks and I might feature you on FabSugar!

Fab Read: Tartan, Romancing the Plaid

FabSugar — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 15:00:22 PST

Talking about fashion and not mentioning tartan is like talking about fine dining and not bringing up wine. The fabric is an eclectic essential in high fashion, and Jean Paul Gaultier would agree.

Tartan: Romancing the Plaid by Jeffrey Banks and Doria De La Chapelle ($41) tells the story of one of fashion industry's favorite fabrics. It starts with highlighting its humble beginnings and follows through to its current status as an emblem of high fashion and luxurious taste. The book also profiles designers, like Vivienne Westwood, Alexander McQueen, and Burberry, who have incorporated tartan in their work.

Plaid may not be prevalent in your wardrobe, but knowing about its power in fashion can't hurt.

Definition: Tartan

FabSugar — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 07:45:44 PDT

Tartan

n. Name of any numerous, distinctively colored plaid fabrics. Tartans originated in woven cloth, but are now used in many other materials. Tartan is particularly associated with Celtic countries, especially Scotland. Also known as plaid in North America, but in Scotland this word means a tartan cloth slung over the shoulder or a blanket.

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Looks of the Week!

FabSugar — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 03:30:57 PST

While the week was chock-full of wintry street style inspiration, our greatest takeaways came from your expertly executed layers, attention to detail, and colorful print mashups. Here are our favorites: red white and blue, zebra scarf, spikes and spots, leather and denim, down the rabbit hole, let it snow, Winter white, tartan and leather, baby blue button-up, oversized blazer, and above the bay. Congrats all!

Mad For Plaid: The Classic Pattern For Kids Is Stronger Than Ever

LilSugar — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:16:42 PST

Part preppy, part hipster, plaid seems to be just about everywhere these days - including kids' clothes. From classic tartan dresses to traditional wool trousers, we've rounded up some of the best plaid styles for kids.

Look of the Day: Tweed and Tartan Plaid

FabSugar — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 05:03:38 PST

Fab reader thestylesafari dressed up festive plaid by creating a long, lean look with structured separates. She channeled a cozy-meets-corporate style in a black and green tartan skirt and a crisp blouse, topping the ensemble with a textured tweed blazer. A thick belt at her waist is a perfect waist-cinching accessory and platform Mary Janes streamline the silhouette. We think this ensemble is fun, festive, and a perfect work-to-cocktails pick.

Congrats to thestylesafari!

Everyone else, submit your looks, and we might just feature you on FabSugar!

15 Pieces to Channel Fall's Anglo Trend Like a Prep-School Pro

Hannah Weil — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 03:30:20 PDT

Given the obsession with the royals, it seems only fitting that our latest fashion fixation also comes from across the pond, though this time around the style we're seeking is more prep-school punk than Princess Catherine. We never hit the books at Eton, but we're answering Fall's call to Anglo charm with boarding-school basics, like rugby stripes and tasseled loafers. To make your part as prep-school rebel a little more convincing, we've thrown in a few edgier pieces - think McQueen's tartan plaid mini, studded leather cuffs, and distressed tweed jackets to counter the more traditional garb. Just click through to shop all the key pieces.

Photo courtesy of Marie Claire

Channel Ivy League Americana With These Designs

Lizzie Fuhr — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 04:00:53 PDT

Fall is here whether we like it or not. To help get you into the back-to-school groove, I've decided to channel some Ivy League Americana into your home. It certainly screams prep, but there's a definite elegance in the look above. Deep rosewood hues and tartan plaid make me smell the East Coast Autumn air. And despite the fact that Thomas Chippendale was a Brit, his iconic, ornate Chippendale design is also a huge influence in this style. His cabinetry was reserved for the upper echelon of society in colonial America.

There's also something strangely Sex and the City about Ivy League style for me. The reason? Charlotte's first husband Troy McDougal! He wore a Scottish kilt at their wedding with a pattern reminiscent of that Red Tartan Plaid Throw ($55). Although that look would be way over the top at my wedding, I suppose I can appreciate the McDougal family's fierce commitment to cultural ties. And of course, we wouldn't be equipped for Ivy League style without those "darling" Mallard Ducks ($60). One of my favorite episodes of the entire series was when Charlotte was attempting to redecorate their apartment in true Charlotte style: both chic and simple. If you recall, Troy's controlling mother Bunny was adamant about the mallards staying. I couldn't help myself from throwing a few into the mix here.

My favorite piece of the lot has got to be the Black Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair and Ottoman (inquire for price). That buttery leather and shade of rosewood pair perfectly in the original 1965 design. It would be a true collector's gem for a swanky home office!

Tartan Plaid Napkin Rings ($12)	Tartan Horse Pillow ($60)
Elephant Fabric Doorstop ($15)	Tartan Plaid Tea Cozy ($50)
Keep Calm and Carry On Fridge Magnet ($5)	Tartan Lumbar Pillow ($45)
Picnic Time Sandringham Picnic Basket $134 - Chefs	University Blackwatch Sheeting $12 - Ralph Lauren
Wool Tartan Throw Blanket $179 - Ralph Lauren	Dress Gordon Sheeting $115 - Ralph Lauren