How do you know if a trend from last year will still be around this year? First, if there’s a “trend” going on in the marketplace, you can trust that it will still be strong the next year…sometimes even longer! These things tend to stick around a while. Second, mainstays like plaid are ALWAYS in-style it’s just that some years it’s more “hip” than others. So, if you have a plaid shirt, pull it out and if you haven’t gone there yet, we have plenty for you to try! Pictured: plaid “tie” blouse by Karen Kane.