Plaid attitude

JAHNA PELOQUIN | Updated 11/8/2012

Classic plaid gets a new spin with unexpected cutouts, large-scale prints and electrified shades.

Cotton flannel twill buffalo plaid men's shirt by Reiwen, $178 at Motto: 3105 Hennepin Av. S., Mpls. 612-545-5636.

Cotton plaid dress with cutouts by UNIF, $118 at Cliché: 2403 Lyndale Av. S., Mpls., 612-870-0420.

Polyester/wool buffalo plaid skirt by Kensie, $78 at Cliché: 2403 Lyndale Av. S., Mpls., 612-870-0420.

Cotton/cashmere plaid print cardigan with silk back by Maille by Clu, $325 at Bumbershute: 5014 France Av. S., Edina. 952-475-2684.

Wool zip coat with plaid detail by C'N'C Costume National, $945 at Grethen House.