There are patterns that never, ever go out of style. The animal print or the polka dot print are just a few, not to mention the already classic checkered pattern. And next to a very specific one, which triumphs season after season on the catwalks and in street style looks all over the world, flooding the windows and collections of our favorite stores. We are of course talking aboutthe vichy photos.
These small squares are almost always monochromatic – rendered in shades of black and white – although it is increasingly common to see patterns this way in more vibrant colors such as red, blue, yellow or pink. Originally from the French city they share a name with, Vichy, This checkered pattern was used on tablecloths and napkins for centuries, until it entered the fashion world in the middle of the last century, after World War II. It was from 1946 when it was added to shirts and dresses and skirts for men for women who worked in the fields. That’s why Vichy paintings still have that fresh, naive, romantic and rural air that we all love. Nowadays you see it very naturally in skirts, dresses, shirts, blouses, pants and all kinds of fashion accessories…
Over the years, the gingham pattern has become one of the most feminine and sweet of fashion patterns, as well as a timeless classic that never goes out of style and is always the most flattering, in any season of the year. Are you, like us, thinking about the looks you can wear in the coming months? We’re here to help, bringing you fifteen gingham pieces from our favorite stores that you can buy now and take advantage of this spring and all year round. From a jacket or jacket for the in-between seasons, a dress for the summer, a bathing suit for the beach… Which one is your favourite?
The plaid pattern looks especially good on loose and bulky garments, such as dresses and jackets. The most daring will wear it with other ‘prints’ too, such as the animal.
This year, the large squares – similar to those of the checkerboard print – will be the protagonists of skirts, jumpsuits and dresses.
Be careful, Vichy checks are not only worn in black and white: look for them in orange, green or pink, the colors of the season.
Cropped shirt with gingham check print, long sleeves, drawstring waist and button fastening. From Pull & Bear (22.99 euros)
Vichy checked mini dress with thin straps with pleats on the chest and a fitted silhouette. By Pull&Bear (€17.99)
Dress in stretch fabric with a short cut and a round neckline. sleeveless. Mango (22.99 euros)
Cropped top with round neck and wide straps. From Zara (12.95 euros)
Top with straps and straight neckline and squares. From Hollister ($8.99)
Blouse in a crinkled, woven cotton blend with a square neckline at the front and back. Slightly fitted style with a concealed zip on one side and long puff sleeves with elasticated shoulders. From H&M (6.99 euros)
High-waisted Bermuda shorts with fake buttons at the front. Side zip hidden in the hem. From Zara (25.95 euros)
High-waisted trousers with fake welt pockets at the front. Low flared line finish. Front closure with zip, button and metal hook. From Zara (22.95 euros)
Vichy checkered print dress with round neck and short sleeves. No closure. Mango (25.99 euros)
Source: Marie Claire
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