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open plaid shirt

Monday, June 15, 2015








||J.Crew Factory plaid top (similar shirt, different colors) | Target white v-neck | similar navy shorts | Kendra Scott Rayne Necklace | similar tortoise sunglasses | Rebecca Minkoff Quilted Mini Affair Crossbody | Tory Burch Miller Sandals||

 I have always loved how an open plaid shirt looks, but never loved how it looked on me. I later realized it was because I was trying to wear the look with too baggy of a top. If you want to try to achieve the same look, make sure you are using a fitted top for it to keep from looking sloppy. I once read a tip that said to consider buying a button down in one size smaller than you need. If you get one that fits you everywhere, but cannot be buttoned up comfortably, it will look perfect if you leave it open! Although I can wear this one both ways (styled here), I think it is a great tip! I really want to get a chambray shirt one size down, because both of mine are too baggy to wear open as is.

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58 thoughts

  1. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 2:20 AM

    Really chic plaid shirt, love the pretty colors! Beautiful necklace too!

    Prudence
    www.prudencepetitestyle.com

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  2. Rachelle PinksoleJune 15, 2015 at 4:28 AM

    Love this plaid top, very cute casual look.

    xo
    PinkSole

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  3. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}June 15, 2015 at 5:00 AM

    I love rocking an open plaid shirt over a tank or tee shirt in the spring and fall! Such a cute look!

    <3, Pamela
    Sequins & Sea Breezes

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  4. Launna June 15, 2015 at 5:29 AM

    Darcy, this is a great colored plaid shirt... it looks great with the fitted white shirt ♡ xox

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  5. Launna June 15, 2015 at 5:30 AM

    Darcy, this is a great colored plaid shirt... it looks great with the fitted white shirt ♡ xox

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  6. AlexJune 15, 2015 at 6:30 AM

    What a great weekend outfit! Love the brightly colored top, you're right though the fitted shirt makes the look more put together.
    -Alex
    www.monstermisa.blogspot.com

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  7. Courtney ErinJune 15, 2015 at 6:56 AM

    What a difference a more fitted shirt can make - this is a great casual look and not at all sloppy.

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  8. BLovedBostonJune 15, 2015 at 8:16 AM

    Love the laid-back casual look - great idea to open the shirt up and give it a more relaxed feel! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston

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  9. Mary-KatherineJune 15, 2015 at 8:37 AM

    Perfect weekend look!! Love the colors of that plaid and that it can be worn both ways, score!

    xo Mary-Katherine
    gold-hatted lover

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  10. ToriJune 15, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    What a perfect weekend look--I love the colors so much and that necklace is fabulous!!

    Tori
    FashionBlingGirlyThings

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  11. MinauJune 15, 2015 at 9:15 AM

    Lovely comfy look!

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  12. MarieJune 15, 2015 at 9:27 AM

    Such a great weekend outfit. Love that pink bag.

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  13. Elegance and MommyhoodJune 15, 2015 at 10:09 AM

    Nice, relaxed look with the button-down as a top layer. =)

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  14. We Shop in HeelsJune 15, 2015 at 10:47 AM

    Great comfy look! Perfect for the weekend!
    -Tatiana
    We Shop in Heels

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  15. Kaylee ColesJune 15, 2015 at 10:49 AM

    So adorable!

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  16. meandmr.comJune 15, 2015 at 10:58 AM

    I love that top! It looks so cute and comfy!
    Melanie @ meandmr.com

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  17. Caroline @ Windy City ChicJune 15, 2015 at 11:11 AM

    So cute!! And that bag!! Swoon.. hehe. I hope that you had a nice weekend too! :-)

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  18. Kylie RoseJune 15, 2015 at 11:19 AM

    That necklace + those shorts are the most perfect combo! and I love that bright pop of pink :) Obsessed with everything, Darcy! One day I will have my own Tory Sandals...one day.

    xo!
    Kylie
    absolutelyarkansas.com

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  19. TheChambrayBunny.comJune 15, 2015 at 11:38 AM

    I love the colorful plaid! Looks so comfy as well! <3
    xoxo,
    Amanda | www.TheChambrayBunny.com

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  20. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 11:44 AM

    I love throwing on a button down shirt and leaving it open in the summer time! So cute!

    XO,
    Emily
    Www.idodeclareblog.com

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  21. A Very Sweet BlogJune 15, 2015 at 11:50 AM

    It's a very pretty plaid Darcy. Pretty for Summer.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  22. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 12:07 PM

    Pretty in plaid! Love the relaxed feel of this look.

    http://www.racheldinh.com

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  23. Amy @The Crazy Wise WomanJune 15, 2015 at 12:30 PM

    Super cute look! I discovered this trick awhile back with a shirt that was too tight across my chest but actually achieved this open look very well! Love the summer plaid too!

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  24. Kate at Green FashionistaJune 15, 2015 at 12:42 PM

    Love this, and yay for figuring out how it works best on you! :)

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  25. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 12:47 PM

    Very cute top, love the whole look!
    VelvetandVino.com

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  26. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 12:47 PM

    I absolutely love the colours in this plaid shirt!

    https://forsevenseasons.wordpress.com

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  27. SMD @ lifeaccordingtostephJune 15, 2015 at 12:47 PM

    I'm mad for plaid. That's a great pattern!

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  28. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 12:48 PM

    What a great tip about sizing down on the button down! Thanks so much!!

    xo, Christina

    Fitness & Frills

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  29. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 1:14 PM

    simple but colorful! I like it!!!

    xoxo
    Brooke

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  30. Kay R.June 15, 2015 at 1:27 PM

    I love the open plaid shirt look! Simple yet effective!

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  31. Andrea NineJune 15, 2015 at 1:39 PM

    I like how these colors are different and more summery than the traditional plaids. You look cute as a button!!

    livingoncloudandreanine.blogspot.com

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  32. elle joJune 15, 2015 at 1:52 PM

    Love this outfit, simple and chic but also comfy. Great summer outfit, especially for where I live.

    liz @ sundays with sophie

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  33. The Petite DiariesJune 15, 2015 at 2:09 PM

    Open Plaid shirts are the best!

    xo, Jessica || The Petite Diaries

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  34. Rachel EmilyJune 15, 2015 at 2:33 PM

    Love this look! The colors on that plaid shirt are amazing!

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  35. Gina DailyJune 15, 2015 at 2:43 PM

    Oh I love that suggestion of sizing down to wear the shirt open! It seems obvious when you think about it but I never though of it myself. The way you have it styled here looks perfect! Love the cute springy/summery colors of that plaid shirt with the classic tee & shorts.
    Gina || On the Daily Express

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  36. Katie ElizabethJune 15, 2015 at 3:33 PM

    I've done this same look with my chambray shirt but never thought about using my plaid ones - can't wait to try it! And I want those sandals!

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  37. Mattie @ Northwest NativeJune 15, 2015 at 3:38 PM

    I just wore my chambray open over a printed top. I love how simple it is, but it still looks more dressed up than just a tee!

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  38. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 3:49 PM

    I love wearing shirts like this! You look gorgeous! :)

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  39. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 4:25 PM

    I have been wanting those miller sandals... esp since my last name is miller teehee!!!
    xoxo Amanda

    The Miller Affect

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  40. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 4:30 PM

    Looks great..beautiful bag too!
    Nav
    Nav K Brar Blog

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  41. Head to Toe ChicJune 15, 2015 at 4:33 PM

    I love wearing button ups open! This one is so fun with the different colors. Loving your bag too!

    xo,
    Angela

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  42. Kate SteadmanJune 15, 2015 at 5:15 PM

    You look adorable! I love the soft colors of the top and that you tied the navy back in with the necklace!

    xo,
    Sara Kate Styling

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  43. TrishJune 15, 2015 at 6:08 PM

    great tip! love this idea and it looks great on you!
    trish - tales from trish

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  44. AdaletaJune 15, 2015 at 6:09 PM

    I literally have like 20 tank tops that need plaid shirts and open shirts like this. This is such a cute concept because if you get too hot, you can take the plaid or open shirt off and just be in the tank top. Super cute shirt on you & I love all of that color :) xx

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  45. ElleSpannJune 15, 2015 at 6:46 PM

    J. Crew seriously has the best button down shirts! I love the textured fabric of this one:)
    Elle
    Southern Elle Style

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  46. Rachel McCarthyJune 15, 2015 at 7:57 PM

    This is such a cute button down shirt! You can never go wrong with J.Crew! Happy Monday!

    xo, Rachel
    www.ablondesmoment.com

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  47. twopeasinablogJune 15, 2015 at 8:24 PM

    I can't believe I never wear my button-downs open. Such a cute look! I love plaid too - so fun.
    Katey
    http://www.twopeasinablog.com

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  48. Brittany GalleyJune 15, 2015 at 8:47 PM

    I love plaid! This top is so cute and I love how you styled it!

    Xo,
    Brittany || Pretty & Sassy

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  49. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 9:28 PM

    Adorable casual look! I love the details from the sunnies to the quilted bag!

    www.dressed2dnines.com

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  50. Amanda KruseJune 15, 2015 at 9:38 PM

    I love wearing plaid- one of my favorites!

    XO,

    Amanda || www.fortheloveofglitter.com

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  51. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 10:30 PM

    Looking as adorable as always!

    xo,
    Brooke | KBStyled

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  52. Elle SeesJune 16, 2015 at 6:17 AM

    i have this shirt and now a new way to style it :)

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  53. Morgan RiedererJune 16, 2015 at 9:34 AM

    What a fun way to dress up what is usually in my fall wardrobe!


    Morgan
    www.eenymeenyminymorgan.blogspot.com
    www.leighandmariehandstampedjewelry.com

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  54. Jessica Doll @ Team WikingJune 16, 2015 at 12:18 PM

    Plaid always looks so laid back and cool, and transitions well from summer to fall. :)

    jessica / www.teamwiking.com

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  55. UnknownJune 16, 2015 at 2:48 PM

    I love the plaid!

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  56. UnknownJune 16, 2015 at 4:10 PM

    Are those shoes comfortable?! I've been debating on getting them...

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  57. SportsanistaJune 17, 2015 at 11:48 AM

    Such a cute look! I love all the color and that bag!! Sportsanista

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  58. evukmirJune 18, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    totally agree --- fitted under shirt with flowy over shirt!

    xoxo, Elena Michelle
    www.anewyorkloveaffair.com

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