American style icons have sported red tartan plaid for decades; making this stylish red plaid ruffled top by Priorities a perfect Week 4 challenge item in the AOL StyleList.com & BlueFly.com search for "America's Most Stylish Blogger."

The classic tartan plaid exudes an aristocrat feeling that for some reason always reminds me of a snowy Christmas by the fire. Granted I grew up in Southern California and normally spent my sunny Christmases barefoot, delivering homemade cookies to the neighbors...but it's what I imagine is standard Christmas uniform for everyone in the cooler climates.

I love the balance of a classic menswear plaid with the femininity of this season's hottest ruffles. Though the pattern, reminiscent of Oxford boarding school- with it's high collar and long sleeves- could be seen as a bit uptight, I think in this pairing you'll find this top to be fresh and fun for women of all ages.

In this look the top is styled for a fun night out; paired with a navy velvet bubble skirt- an excellent example of how to pair black and navy in the same outfit-a wide black patent belt accentuates the waist and the pairing is accessorized with piles of black vintage beads, and a modern black satin stiletto. I added a funky, zipper-edged black patent embossed croc day to evening clutch to complete the look.

The styling in this look exemplifies the eclectic pairing of "Conservative Prepster" meets "Rock & Roll Party Girl." I hope this look has inspired you to add a little Rock & Roll style to the prepster plaid in your wardrobe. Head out on the town in your newly styled look and remember....tonight's gonna be a good night!!!

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