Palace, Supreme, slip-on sneakers, we can barely count the ways that skate culture has rolled into fashion. But, the latest element to be pilfered is a shredding both the catwalks and Instagram. Vans’ black and white checkerboard was a key pattern in Marques’Almeida’s autumn winter 17 collection and ever since the girls of Instagram have been coolly integrating the monochrome op-art pattern into their wardrobes. Whether it’s as a slinky slip or as a daffy set of dungarees, this is how to wear this hype pattern like the best of Instagram…
Double Team It
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They say three’s a trend, but they didn’t account for the power of friendship. You know you’re on to something when your best mate buys the same piece as you. We like @ohkemo has worn his dungarees over a hoodie. Nabbing that styling tip, thanks very much.
Work It Like A Bridget Riley
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If you’re willing to wig people out, then go big and wear three patterns at once. Kiera teamed her checkerboard with stripes and classic Vans slip-ons.
Roll Deep In One Colour Palette
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Photographer Sophie Jones is making her G-Star Raw trousers work that little bit harder with monochrome Vans high tops.
Reconsider The Whole Concept
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ASOS Insider Olivia’s slinky asymmetric slip dress throws shade at trad checkerboards with its oscillating print and abstract stripes. Into it? Very.
Think Outside Monochrome
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Just because black and white is the classic combination, don’t let it stop you doing a Skittles and trying the rainbow. We love how Alicia has teamed her trousers with Pop Art Converses.
When In Doubt Keep It Classic
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Vans have made checkerboard their calling card for a reason. So don’t faff with this classic, keep the combination intact with a pair of matching slip-ons, like both the skaters and the Louis loving girls like Ava Nirui do.
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This article originally appeared on The Debrief.