Fashion watch: Checks are this season's versatile and on-trend print

From subtly embellishing classic designs to appearing as giant prints to embolden a look, checks are this season's go-to trend. Photo composite (from left): Miu Miu, Michael Kors and Chloe

With the Autumn/Winter fashion season finally here, we take a look at what has been trending on the runways.

Seen at the fashion weeks of New York, London, Milan and Paris earlier this year, checks are huge (once again) – in different and wonderful ways. The print is something you need to incorporate into your everyday outfit..

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And they come in so many beautiful variations too. Gingham, plaid, windowpane, tartan, houndstooth, graph and much more.

Regarded as this season's hottest trend, checks are expected to make a major impact. From subtly embellishing classic designs to appearing as giant prints to embolden a look, they are everywhere. A slightly darker one can even give an outfit an almost punk-ish feel.

How do you wear checks? The rule of thumb is not to overcomplicate matters. The beauty is in the print's simplicity and should be paired with a solid colour.

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Although, there are some instances where a check-on-check look can work. But this is definitely something for people who are confident enough to pull it off.

Take a look at the video below and perhaps you'll get some inspiration on taking on the trend for this season.

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