check, tartan, plaid...

...no matter what you call this family of patterns-it is still a strong trend for this fall and winter.

I love the modern and laid back twist that designers, such as Steven Alan have put on a look that was once reserved only for cozy cabins and flannel shirts.

And from the looks on the spring 2010 runway it seems this family of patterns will stick around after the snow melts.

(via lonny, osborne and little and domino)
Hope you have a relaxing weekend!