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16 checkered pieces that will always be relevant

These enduring prints will give your wardrobe a boost

By Hayden Ng - 

Checking all the right boxes
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Trendiness and timelessness hardly go hand in hand, but if there's one thing that checks both in fashion, it has to be checks.

From black-and-white checks to gingham, houndstooth and windowpane, these patterns have withstood the test of time, and will continue to be the go-to for jazzing up any look. Check out the checkered tops, bottoms, bags and shoes that would possibly last you from now till forever.

CHECKS

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Reach for checks in black and white as they’ll go with everything you already own.

(Read also "Tips And Tricks To Add A Dash Of Colour Into Your Black And White Wardrobe")

Cotton shirt dress, $49.95, H&M

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Lyocell shirt, $268, Mother of Pearl at Net-a-porter

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Jersey leggings, $283, Norma Kamali at Net-a-porter

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GINGHAM

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Whether you opt for safe and classic or bold and cheery, this youthful print always gives a mood-lifting effect.

Polyester cropped top, $39.90, Zara

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Polyester trousers, $59.90, Zara

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Heeled slingbacks, $76.99, London Rag at Zalora

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Polyblend dress, $99.90, Topshop at Zalora

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HOUNDSTOOTH

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A perfect blend of serious yet stylish, the houndstooth pattern is your go-to for a smooth transition from boardroom meetings to intimate parties.

Yza wool bag, Sandro

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Viscose cardigan, Sandro

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Acrylic belted miniskirt, $59.90, Mango

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Wool jacket, Maje

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Polyester culottes, $59.90, Mango

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WINDOWPANE

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Perpendicular panels exude grown-up chic, and can easily be mixed and matched with dots, stripes, or even paisleys and florals.

Cotton dress, $59.90, Mango at Zalora

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Wool blazer, Gabriela Hearst at Net-a-porter

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Wool pants, Gabriela Hearst at Net-a-porter

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A version of this article first appeared in the November issue of Her World.

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