When we think of plaid pantsreferences from designers such as Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood, Paul Smith, Burberry and other contemporary luxury brands such as Chopova Lowena or Kent & Curwen that have used this print in their most important pieces automatically come to mind. for winter 2026. But be careful, whether they are classic red, royal blue or even moss green, plaid pants are the key to looking elegant that classic Madrid women have been wearing for decades in their outfits. looks campestres.
From classic designs that project the style of the English countryside to the most current pieces with trendy patterns such as bloomers, balloons or baggies, These plaid pants are sold in a variety of styles that adapt to your dress codes and, according to fashion trends, will be more present than ever. Of course Zara It could not be left behind this great fashion bet, and it sells more and more references. At this moment there are more than 15 types of checked pants at the Inditex giantbut I have selected only 5, which in my opinion are the ones that represent the style of classic country Madrid to combine with their Chelsea boots.
This is how classic Madrid residents choose their country outfits with checkered pants
The people of Madrid have always had a special halo when choosing their outfits, and they have always been and are greatly admired for it. I’m talking about women who do not follow marked trends, but rather follow their own rules, among which are: capes, Austrian, checked pants, corduroy jackets, denim dungareesand those country accessories such as Chelsea boots, caps and gloves that turn their outfits into pure beauty and authenticity.
5 checkered pants recently arrived at Zara that classic Madrid residents wear with Chelsea boots in their country looks
And in the case of checked pants, they choose them fundamentally because, unlike fine stripes or flowers, have a charm and a special personality. They do not seek to be discreet, but rather stylish, nor adopt a minimalist profilebut rather they seek to stand out and even more so now, when they are designed in very striking colors. That’s why Zara has bet heavily on them, and the experts are buying these 5 that have just arrived in stores and that They are going to be a hit and miss, I predict it as a good fashion expert which I have been for more than 20 years.
Zara straight checkered pants in pastel tones (€35.95)
How classic Madrid women combine it in their country looks: A thin sweater in one of the colors of the pants, her Blundstone Chelsea boots, a long wool coat with a belt and a hat.
Balloon check pants in brown and green tones from Zara (€59.95)
How classic Madrid women combine it in their country looks: Without a doubt with her Chelsea boots, a dark green turtleneck and a waxed Barbour-type jacket.
Zara balloon check pants in brown and green tones (€59.95)
How classic Madrid women combine it in their country looks: The wild Chelsea boots, with a white shirt with a gorget, a country cap and an Hermés belt.
Wide checkered pants in green tones from Zara (€69.95)
How classic Madrid women combine it in their country looks: Clearly with beige pieces on top, or Sézane cardigans, classic Austrian jackets and on the feet her Chelsea boots from her favorite brand: Bludnstone.
Wide checkered pants in blue and beige tones from Zara (€49.95)
How classic Madrid women combine it in their country looks: You can’t miss your classic navy blue cashmere sweater, a chain necklace on top, Chelsea boots and to keep warm, a good long wool coat from a Spanish brand.
It is more than evident that in the posh closets of classic Madrid women of all ages who wear their country looks with great style There is no shortage of checkered pants, quality wool garments, much less a pair of Chelsea boots. worn in brown tones.
Chelsea boots always add up
Paula Llanos is Head of Fashion at ELLE.es. Graduate in Journalism at the Pontifical University of Salamanca, with experience in written press, radio and television but with a total digital vocation. Since 2000 (18 years) on the internet, in women’s press 13 years and 10 years in Elle.es Addicted to fashion, shopping and Instagram. Expert in creating needs and identifying clothing and accessories with a single photo and in making headlines with puns.
