As we settle into spring we’re still excited for plaid but in a fun, fresh, iteration. This season we’re breaking free from your traditional holiday, lumbersexual flannel-plaid and opting for lighter, cooler colors, in updated patterns and modern silhouettes. One of our house favorite brands, Anine Bing, has created the perfect plaid blazer known as the Madeleine. As personal stylists, we're showing you two different colorways to wear a loud print, and how a classic shape can entirely transform and elevate your everyday look. Even as staunch minimalists, we’re loving this twist on a classic to change up our historically neutral wardrobe. While some people are going full force on the maximalist trend, we think it’s easiest to get the most mileage out of this Aning Bing look by grounding it with our favorite basics. You can easily dress the Madeleine up, but we’re wearing things casually to show you how to maximize your use and take things from day to night.

Shown above: Anine Bing Madeleine Blue & Marigold Blazer, Stateside Slub L/S Twist Tee, Frame Le Sylvie in Overdrive, Anine Bing Reese Pouch, Dolce Vita Ekko Flats

Shown above: Anine Bing Madeleine Blue & Marigold Blazer, Stateside Slub L/S Twist Tee, Frame Le Sylvie in Overdrive, Anine Bing Reese Pouch, Dolce Vita Ekko Flats

Shown above: Illesteva Cordova II Sunglasses, Anine Bing Madeleine Red & Blue Check Blazer, Alternative Apparel Headliner Tee, AGOLDE Nico Jeans in Raven, Anine Bing Reese Pouch

Shown above: Illesteva Cordova II Sunglasses, Anine Bing Madeleine Red & Blue Check Blazer, Alternative Apparel Headliner Tee, AGOLDE Nico Jeans in Raven, Anine Bing Reese Pouch