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18 Plaid Skirt Outfits For Every Kind Of Vibe

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If you are looking for new ways to style a classic and timeless plaid skirt, you are in the right place as we have lots of great outfit ideas for what to wear with a plaid skirt that you’ll want to recreate at home.

Plaid skirts are a must-have in your wardrobe – a super stylish piece that can be worn at any time of year, although a plaid skirt always hits different during the fall and winter months! If you have a plaid skirt in your wardrobe, waiting to be worn, then you really need to check out this list for what to wear with a plaid skirt!

There are plenty of outfit ideas, each including different styles of plaid skirts, so you can find the right outfit to suit your style or any occasion. Let’s look at some super chic ways to style a plaid skirt to give you some stunning outfit inspiration!

What To Wear With A Plaid Skirt

1. Teddy Bear Sweaters

Pair your cute plaid skirt with an adorable teddy bear sweater! The neutral colors in this sweater look stunning with the red and brown tones within the skirt, then the outfit is finished with a tan handbag, white socks, and dark brown shoes – so chic!

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Blue Polo Ralph Lauren Polo Bear Cotton Crewneck Sweater
Polo Ralph Lauren

Polo Bear Cotton Crewneck Sweater

At Neiman Marcus

Beige and brown English Factory Plaid Pleated Miniskort
English Factory

Plaid Pleated Miniskort

At Nordstrom

Brown Sebago Dan Casual Lug-Sole Penny Loafers
Sebago

Dan Casual Lug-Sole Penny Loafers

At Neiman Marcus

2. Beige + Tan

A beige and tan color palette always ensures a sophisticated and elegant look – ideal for work or the weekend. This white and brown plaid skirt has been paired with a white button-up shirt, a beige sweater, and a long beige wool coat layered over the top to keep you cozy and warm! Complete the look with tan boots and a beige handbag.

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Beige One Grey Day Raleigh Pullover
One Grey Day

Raleigh Pullover

At Revolve

Beige Saint Laurent Loulou Small YSL Quilted Calfskin Flap Shoulder Bag
Saint Laurent

Loulou Small YSL Quilted Calfskin Flap Shoulder Bag

At Neiman Marcus

Beige Theory Wool & Cashmere Wrap Coat
Theory

Wool & Cashmere Wrap Coat

At Nordstrom

3. Monochrome

If your plaid skirt has a monochrome color palette, then stick with these shades for a classic look. This black and white skirt looks gorgeous styled with a chunky white cable knit sweater, black boots, and a black handbag for a minimalist finish.

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White Bobi Cable Knit Turtleneck Sweater
Bobi

Cable Knit Turtleneck Sweater

At Revolve

Black and white Lulus Mad for Plaid Black and White Plaid Mini Skirt
Lulus

Mad for Plaid Black and White Plaid Mini Skirt

At Lulus

Black Steve Madden Leopold Chelsea Boot
Steve Madden

Leopold Chelsea Boot

At Nordstrom

4. Festive Red Plaid

Red plaid always has a fun, festive look, making a red plaid skirt essential for the Christmas season! This frilled red midi skirt is worn with a white turtleneck sweater and black boots, to tie in all the colors within the skirt, creating a stylish look.

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White Stitches & Stripes Sola Turtleneck
Stitches & Stripes

Sola Turtleneck

At Revolve

Black Dolce Vita Ranier Bootie
Dolce Vita

Ranier Bootie

At Nordstrom

Dark brown Gigi New York Margot Mock-Croc Shoulder Bag
Gigi New York

Margot Mock-Croc Shoulder Bag

At Neiman Marcus

5. Neutral Tones

Stick to a neutral color scheme to create a stunning fall look! The brown plaid skirt is paired with an ivory sweater, beige oversized wool jacket, and caramel-colored knee-high boots, to create a cozy yet still chic fall outfit. Finish with a brown handbag and gold jewelry for a glam touch.

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Brown and black Steve Madden Jeanne Plaid Pleated Miniskirt
Steve Madden

Jeanne Plaid Pleated Miniskirt

At Nordstrom

Caramel Aldo Laroche Pointed Toe Knee High Boot
Aldo

Laroche Pointed Toe Knee High Boot

At Nordstrom

Caramel Vince Wool & Alpaca Blend Jacket
Vince

Wool & Alpaca Blend Jacket

At Nordstrom

6. Green + Blue

Make a colorful plaid skirt the statement piece of your outfit by pairing it with black clothes and accessories. Here, the black sweater, boots, and shoulder bag have a minimalist look to really draw your attention to the gorgeous green and blue plaid.

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Black Lovers and Friends Granite Sweater
Lovers and Friends

Granite Sweater

At Revolve

Green, blue, and white Noisy May Flanny High Waist Miniskirt
Noisy May

Flanny High Waist Miniskirt

At Nordstrom

Black Dolce Vita Fynn Knee High Boot
Dolce Vita

Fynn Knee High Boot

At Nordstrom

7. Bold Colors

You don’t have to be afraid of bright and bold colors when styling your plaid skirt, just like this striking green and red outfit! The green cardigan adds a cozy vibe and matches the green touches within the red plaid skirt for a chic look. Add tan accessories and gold jewelry for a neutral finish.

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Red English Factory Pleated Check Skort
English Factory

Pleated Check Skort

At Nordstrom

Green Rolla’s Cameron Cardigan
Rolla’s

Cameron Cardigan

At Revolve

Tan Tory Burch Lee Radziwill Small Leather Double Bag
Tory Burch

Lee Radziwill Small Leather Double Bag

At Nordstrom

8. Burberry Plaid

There are some plaids that are just iconic, like this beige, black, and red plaid from Burberry that has been a key part of the brand for decades, famously lining the Burberry trench coats. This Burberry plaid skirt has been styled with a black sweater, a collared shirt, and black tights to make sure the skirt is the statement piece of this outfit.

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Black Treasure & Bond Rib Polo Sweater
Treasure & Bond

Rib Polo Sweater

At Nordstrom

Beige, white, red, and black Burberry Check Wool Mini Kilt
Burberry

Check Wool Mini Kilt

At Burberry

Black Gucci Interlocking G Tights
Gucci

Interlocking G Tights

At Gucci

9. Cropped Sweaters

Everyone needs a cropped sweater in their wardrobe since it can be styled in so many different ways, including with a plaid skirt! This white and beige plaid skirt has been paired with a white button-up shirt, a cropped cable knit sweater, and a beige crossbody bag. The chunky black boots add a striking touch and perfectly fit with the trendy ‘wrong shoe’ theory.

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Beige Camila Coelho Carmen Cropped Cable Crew
Camila Coelho

Carmen Cropped Cable Crew

At Revolve

White and tan Lulus Spence Ivory Plaid Mini Skirt
Lulus

Spence Ivory Plaid Mini Skirt

At Lulus

Black Free People Jones Lug Sole Combat Boot
Free People

Jones Lug Sole Combat Boot

At Nordstrom

10. Black + Yellow

A fail-safe way to style your plaid skirt is to style it with colors within the skirt – for example, this black and yellow plaid skirt has been styled with a black top and accessories to create a stunning summer look. This method ensures a cohesive and sleek look each and every time!

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Black Reformation Darra Knit Top
Reformation

Darra Knit Top

At Reformation

Black Steve Madden Hawke Mary Jane Pump
Steve Madden

Hawke Mary Jane Pump

At Nordstrom

Black Miu Miu Arcadie matelassé nappa leather bag
Miu Miu

Arcadie matelassé nappa leather bag

At Miu Miu

11. Cozy Cardigans

A cardigan is a fall and winter wardrobe essential, worn as a sweater or layered over any outfit for a cozy finish. Here, the light brown cardigan has been buttoned up and then tucked into a beige and grey black skirt, finished with grey socks, tan loafers, and a burgundy bag to match the fall colors in this outfit.

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Tan Polo Ralph Lauren Cashmere Cardigan
Polo Ralph Lauren

Cashmere Cardigan

At Revolve

Beige, grey, and brown Lulus Poised Charm Beige and Brown Tweed Plaid Faux Wrap Mini Skirt
Lulus

Poised Charm Beige and Brown Tweed Plaid Faux Wrap Mini Skirt

At Lulus

Brown Veronica Beard Penny Loafer
Veronica Beard

Penny Loafer

At Nordstrom

12. Cute Cable knits

Cable knit sweaters are a must-have since they can be worn with almost anything, including plaid skirts! This white cable knit sweater looks perfect with the red, green, and white plaid skirt, then the outfit is finished with ribbed white socks, platform black loafers, and a red shoulder bag.

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Ivory Noisy may Grace Cable Stitch Sweater
Noisy May

Grace Cable Stitch Sweater

At Nordstrom

Black Marc Fisher Trisca Platform Loafer
Marc Fisher

Trisca Platform Loafer

At Nordstrom

Burgundy Bottega Veneta Tosca Shoulder Bag
Bottega Veneta

Tosca Shoulder Bag

At Bottega Veneta

13. Oversized Shackets

We love the relaxed yet cozy vibe of an oversized shacket layered over a plaid skirt for the fall and winter months. This beige shacket has been worn with a blue and green plaid skirt, a lightweight white sweater, and dark brown cowboy-style boots, then finished with an olive green handbag.

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Cream Free People Madison City Shacket
Free People

Madison City Shacket

At Revolve

Dark brown Steve Madden Lashes Western Boot
Steve Madden

Lashes Western Boot

At Nordstrom

Green Givenchy Antigona Lock Mini Top Handle Bag in Box Leather
Givenchy

Antigona Lock Mini Top Handle Bag

At Neiman Marcus

14. A Pop of Red

Add a pop of red with your plaid skirt to your neutral outfit for an eye-catching look! This red plaid mini skirt is styled with a cream sweater, a beige coat, and beige knee-high boots, which are essential footwear in your fall and winter wardrobe.

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Caramel Vince Wool-Cashmere Twisted Cable-Knit Sweater
Vince

Wool-Cashmere Twisted Cable-Knit Sweater

At Neiman Marcus

Red and black Lovers and Friends x Rachel Madix Mini Skirt
Lovers and Friends

x Rachel Madix Mini Skirt

At Revolve

Beige Steve Madden Bixby Pointed Toe Knee High Boot
Steve Madden

Bixby Pointed Toe Knee High Boot

At Nordstrom

15. Icy Blue

This icy blue sweater is perfect for winter and looks incredible with a plaid skirt! The icy blue shade ties in with the touches of blue within the plaid skirt, and then the outfit is accessories with a brown handbag, white socks, and glossy olive green flats – so cute!

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Blue Mink Pink Aria Fluffy Knit
Mink Pink

Aria Fluffy Knit

At Revolve

Olive green Nordstrom Jacki Flat
Nordstrom

Jacki Flat

At Nordstrom

Brown Sezane Mara Bag
Sezane

Mara Bag

At Sezane

16. Sleek + Sophisticated

Styling your plaid skirt with a button-up shirt and cropped jacket creates a sophisticated outfit that is perfect for work meetings or dinner out. We love the color palette of this outfit too, with the white shirt matching with the white plaid in the grey skirt, then finished with a beige jacket and black accessories.

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Beige L’Academie Sevilla Jacket
L’Academie

Sevilla Jacket

At Revolve

Grey, black, and white Open Edit Plaid Miniskirt
Open Edit

Plaid Miniskirt

At Nordstrom

Black Chanel Caviar Quilted Small Double Flap
Chanel

Caviar Quilted Small Double Flap

At Fashionphile

17. Shades of Brown

Just stick to different shades of brown to create an effortlessly stylish fall or winter look. This brown and grey plaid skirt has been paired with a white sweater, a long brown skirt, and a brown faux fur hat to create the perfect weekend look when the weather gets cold. Complete the look with black loafers and a black shoulder bag.

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Brown Lulus Autumn Sweetness Brown Plaid Mini Skirt
Lulus

Autumn Sweetness Brown Plaid Mini Skirt

At Lulus

Dark brown Rag & Bone Thea Double Breasted Wool Coat
Rag & Bone

Thea Double Breasted Wool Coat

At Nordstrom

White and brown Fabulous Furs Faux Fur Cossack Hat
Fabulous Furs

Faux Fur Cossack Hat

At Neiman Marcus

18. Classic Neutrals

This outfit makes the plaid skirt the center of the look, pulling colors from the skirt to create the rest of the outfit, including an ivory cable knit sweater, black knee-high boots, and a black handbag – just gorgeous!

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Cream Free People Frankie Cable Cotton Sweater
Free People

Frankie Cable Cotton Sweater

At Nordstrom

Beige, black, red, and white Burberry Check Bouclé Mini Skirt
Burberry

Check Bouclé Mini Skirt

At Burberry

Black Polene Numéro Huit
Polene

Numéro Huit

At Polene

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