How to wear the tartan trend this season

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “It’s easy to style, and looks great on top or either as a mini or a long-length kilt.” However, if you want to don tartan in the season’s plum shades, “burgundy and berry shades from deep purples to ruby are also in demand,” notes Starrs. Iris Simone Tartan Top – Green and Navy, £125 Damson Madder Malika Ra Ra Midi Skirt – Red Check, £75 Which style of tartan to pick You may not be aware of every style of check that tartan comes in, but picking the right print for you will make or break an outfit – as well as determining the look you’re going for. “Young and old can relate to it and while it’s bold, it’s also a classic.” If you’re less inclined to channel the Nineties grunge aesthetic, opt for Black Watch Stewart or Royal Weathered Tartan, which offer more muted colourways and are easier to style in a more minimalist wardrobe. Finisterre Women’s Stowe Blanket Jacket, £150 Mango Pleated Check Skirt, £25.99 Accessories and accents Whilst some of us may not be as bold as Kate or Winkleman, that doesn’t mean you can’t dip your toe into the tartan trend.