Plaid may be a fall classic, but this year’s version feels straight out of a very fashionable weekend in the country. Rich brown prints, flowy gingham silhouettes and chic checkered layers are giving the pattern a rustic-chic makeover for 2026. It’s less ‘lumberjack,’ more ‘English countryside’ — and we’re very into it. We found 17 affordable pieces that make the trend easy to wear, including ruffled blouses, flattering skirts, romantic dresses and rich-looking plaid jackets. There are polished options for work, relaxed picks for weekends and statement-making layers that can upgrade the jeans...