3 Ways to Wear Gingham, the Freshest Print for Spring

Spring fashion week always, cruelly, occurs just as you're approaching the coldest time of the year. We're left pining for the sunny staples that cascaded down the runways, stuck to wait around until the items start peeking at our favorite retail haunts.

Once the thermometer inches up, the majority of us typically flock toward the feminine florals and sorbet hues that appear in every window and on every shelf. Rather than fall into another predictable style rut in 2015, try a different little pattern: gingham.

The checkered style is back and significantly cooler than before. The once preppy print has been reconfigured into funky items with a meld of '60s meets '70s styling. Take a look at the slideshow above to get some ideas on how you can make the trend work for you.