Gingham Is My Favorite Summer Print: Here Are 17 Ways to Style the Trendy Pattern
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First, it was a few items from the Gap x Doen drop. Then it was a red midi that I saw at Nordstrom, and then a sweet little nap dress. And then someone within the span of a couple months, I had added at least five gingham items to my wardrobe. It truly feels like every collection and brand out there is feeding the gingham-loving girlies this summer with gingham dresses, gingham pants, gingham tops... one might even say it's the print of the summer.
The checkered neutral is a timeless pattern, so it ironically makes for an incredible trend because you know that it'll have a long shelf life in your wardrobe, especially if you're snagging classic styles that work all year round. Or alternatively, lean into the whimsical nature of the print with funky pieces like gingham boxer shorts, capri pants, and bow tops. The options are endless! Whether it's picnic table red or simple black and white, there's a perfect gingham piece out there for you, starting with the editors picks I've rounded up below.
If you're planning on having a Tomato Girl Summer, red gingham is a necessity. The little blueberries on this pair of boxer shorts really sells the whimsy of it all.
When waiting for the subway during the hot summer months and sweating like I've never sweat before, I want as little fabric touching my skin as humanly possible. A flowy mini dress like this one from Rumoured is the way to make that happen.
Retro Barbie, reporting for duty! Capris are having a huge moment right now so why not combine two of my favorite trends into one? This chic pair is everything to me.
This sundress is probably the best thing I've added to my closet in recent months. The best part? The drawstring at the neckline is completely adjustable, so you can zhuzh it to fit your bust size!
I can always count on Damson Madder to have a chic, maximalist take on a playful trend. Their version of gingham? Decked out with ruching, mini bows, and a ditsy tulip print.
If you were an O.G. cottagecore girlie, this style might give you a sense of deja vu. A higher neckline and keyhole cutouts give this dress a more modern feel.
’Tis the season for open-toe shoes! The stacked wooden heel gives this pair of slip-on sandals a vintage feel.
This take on an elegant boat neckline has been extremely popular recently and for good freaking reason—and the little shoulder bows are truly the cherry on top, if you ask me!
The 2025 version of the peplum top is a lot more versatile than you might think. Pair it with that white cotton maxi skirt you bought last year, wear it with some jean shorts, or use it as a base layer under a blazer.
A pair of 100% cotton pants with a stretchy waistband will carry you through the hottest months of summer. These will double as a beach cover-up, too!
Do you prefer bolder, statement-making prints? Don’t limit yourself to smaller gingham prints! Instead, check out something like this colorblocked iteration.
It's like a babydoll top, but with the volume turned down. Plus, a little eyelet lace trim never hurt anybody!
Emijay is the queen of claw clips, period. You could also clip this bad boy onto the handle of a tote bag to deck it out à la the bag charm trend.
Okay, so this top is arguably a little pricier than the rest of the options on this list, but it's from Sandy Liang (!!), aka the designer that's taken over NYC's fashion scene. Also, the more often you wear it, the lower the cost-per-wear is... just saying!
If your taste in sundresses is less frolicking-through-a-meadow and more knockout-third-date-look, this red gingham midi dress is surprisingly elevated. Plus, the drawstring at the neckline is totally adjustable!
Baggu is known for their light-as-air reusable bags, but they also make more structured purses like this gingham crescent bag that can be worn on your shoulder or as a crossbody.
Take the gingham trend down a more unconventional path with something like these gingham mesh ballet flats from Steve Madden. The air flow on these babies? Unmatched.
Hannah is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from chic home decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and pictures of her office outfits that nobody asked for.
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