Hey, Style Slayers — Happy Moda Monday!
Welcome Inside the Closet! In this edition, we’re sharing 1 quest, 2 tips, and 3 looks to help you embrace your unique style superpowers — Let’s step in! 👇
1 Quest for you to try
As the air turns crisp and warm beverages fill our mugs, it’s time to welcome one of fall’s most iconic patterns back into our wardrobes: plaid. This classic print has the power to transform from rugged to refined, cozy to chic, and festive to fierce — all depending on how you style it!
Plaid prints are here to remind us that pattern can be both powerful and playful. Whether you’re channeling your inner lumberjack, punk rocker, scholar, or cozy cottagecore witch, plaid is the type of pattern that adapts to your mood, your vibe, and your season.
From casual but cute plaid skirts to festively styled flannels for your Thanksgiving table, this week we celebrate a fall favorite print! Let’s explore how to bring this versatile pattern into your closet with confidence and creativity.
How to participate
- Choose: Pick one plaid piece from your closet (or thrift a new one!) that feels like “you.” It could be a shirt, a skirt, a pair of shoes, or an accessory.
- Create: Build an outfit that reimagines how you normally wear plaid. Maybe dress it up with statement jewelry, layer it unexpectedly, or style it with another print or texture.
- Capture: Share your outfit with #VostraModaQuest, or reply to this email with your entry.
The most inspiring outfit will be featured next week! Please let me know if you would like to remain anonymous.
2 Tips to help you slay
For this week’s quest, I’ve chosen to show a casual flannel that I had styled in a more dressy way for a date night look by layering it over a cocktail dress with some tights and boots, and tying it at the waist.
— If you want to take a style leap with this challenge, don’t be afraid to combine different plaid patterns — just vary the scale. Try a larger buffalo plaid with a smaller tartan for visual balance. Bonus points if the colors share one coordinating tone for visual cohesion. It’s a bold move that says “fashion adventurer,” not “lost in a lumberyard.”
Our style suggestions
- Make a statement: If bold pattern mixing isn’t your thing, let plaid take the spotlight in just one piece — a scarf, shoes, or handbag. This lets you play with patterns without overwhelming your outfit. It’s a great way to ease plaid into your look if you’re plaid-curious.
- Dress it UP: …not just down! Plaid isn’t only for oversized flannel shirts. Try a plaid midi skirt or a tailored plaid blazer for a polished, academic-inspired look that feels right at home for fall gatherings or creative workplaces. Pair with a solid turtleneck or a soft knit for an especially chic look (and extra warm)!
3 Looks for you to shop
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Until next week!
👉 Share your quest success with #VostraModaQuest or reply to this email for a chance to be featured in next week’s email. Please let me know if you would like to remain anonymous.
“May your layers be cozy and your gratitude well-worn.” — Anonymous
P.S. The best gift this season? Confidence that fits. Treat yourself (or a loved one) to the gift of style — your adventure starts here!