Like its grid-style siblings tartan, buffalo checks, and Glen plaid, gingham is best paired with prints from the same family.

In addition to classic patterns like polka dots and leopard, gingham checks also pair shockingly well with wilder motifs—like zebra stripes, for example. Pack on the prints, then finish with ...

Gingham is beloved by waspy private school kids across the nation and, as such, looks right at home next to other academic staples. Schoolgirl skirts, suit jackets, and bold tights all look great ...