Tartan Plaid Scarf

Simple, back-to-basics style is always popular, and people want accessories that last. Scarves can be cute or cool, and a good one carries easily from day to night. LIVLOKO scarves suit this mood well, because checks and plaids are a cold-weather favourite year after year.

What is tartan?

Tartan is the Scottish name for plaid. Each pattern is traditionally associated with a particular clan. It is a pattern of crisscrossing horizontal and vertical stripes in several colours, originating in wool weaving but now made in many other materials. Plaid, by definition, is a checked twill wool fabric worn as a kilt or shawl, and the name is often used to describe the whole outfit.

Check has been a staple for decades, largely thanks to the flannel shirt, a timeless piece of clothing. Checked patterns are easy to wear and come in many colours to complement everything from jeans to mini dresses.

How to wear a tartan plaid scarf

In Scottish tradition, clan women wore a sash across the chest, fastened to the right shoulder with a pin or small brooch, while those not yet part of a clan often wore a sash tied at the belt with a large bow at the waist. Today you can borrow the idea by draping a tartan scarf loosely over one shoulder and pinning it with a brooch.

What to wear with plaid

A plaid flannel shirt works well with mixed colours for a complete look. Try pairing it with velvet leggings or jeans that pick up a hint of one of the colours in the pattern. Layering a tartan scarf over plain tees and tank tops keeps the outfit balanced, so the pattern becomes the focal point rather than competing with another print.

If you want a tartan of your own, take a look at our Blue and Grey Tartan Wool Scarf or the Grey Check Wool Scarf, or browse more in our women's scarves collection.

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