Christmas Plaid Outfits: 5 Not Button Down Shirt Options

Looking for simple Christmas Plaid outfits? I'm sharing my five favorite ways to rock plaid that aren't a button down shirt.

Well, it's official. Thanksgiving is over and we're full steam ahead to Christmas. From the online shopping to the visits to Santa to the hot chocolate by the fire and figuring out places to hide the elf on the shelf, we're all decking the halls and prepping for the season. Not gonna lie, I'm loving it. This is such a fun time of year. There are parties, events, and family traditions. I'm TRYING to plan festive outfits and holiday dresses to wear to everything, without going totally over the top.

If you're planning holiday activities, then this is for YOU. I'm sharing five easy ways to wear Christmas Plaid that aren't a traditional button down shirt.

Christmas Plaid Outfits: 5 Not Button Down Shirt Options

Plaid Shoes: Plaid shoes are a GREAT way to add plaid to an otherwise simple outfit. From these mommy and me Toms to plaid heels, I love how versatile plaid shoes can be! Bonus, this particular pair gives back….for each pair of Toms you buy, the company donates a pair of shoes to a child in need.

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2. Plaid Collar: A plaid collar adds just the right touch of Christmas plaid without totally overwhelming an outfit. From dresses to simple tops, that plaid collar peeking through? Is a classic holiday outfit accent that you'll use for years to come. Want extra holiday pizazz? Add this velvet hair bow. I'm OBSESSED with mine.

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3. Plaid Sleeves: Love bell sleeves? Love plaid? Then this Christmas dress with plaid sleeves will be your new favorite. I love that it's a non-traditional color (isn't the blue pretty?) and that it has JUST the right amount of plaid. This dress is perfect for wearing all fall and winter, it's festive without being too Christmasy.

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4.Plaid Cardigan: This is literally the top selling item I've shared in the last two months. Isn't it cute (I'm actually wearing it as I type this and have worn it 3 times this week). This comfy plaid cardigan is the PERFECT Christmas Plaid item. It's a stellar price, super flattering, and a classic piece that can EASILY be worn after the holidays (gotta love that). I've worn it with holiday tees and jeans, a simple sheath dress, even a pencil skirt and a turtleneck with boots to work!

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5.Plaid Jacket: This plaid jacket is one of my favorite items from Cabi Clothing‘s fall collection. A plaid jacket is a super wearable piece that you'll be able to use a ton. From jeans and a tee shirt to layering over a little black dress…..I love that a Christmas plaid jacket can add a pop of color and holiday cheer to any outfit. Plus, this is jacket season, so you know you'll get a TON of use out of it!