ORIGIN: Highlands of Scotland, Roman Empire
The Romans noted the Scots were master dyers and always wore bright multicolored check patterns in their wool. We assume they were laughing when they noted it. When the Scottish came here, they applied their wool-related skills to making woodsman shirts—and they applied their scotch-making skills to bourbon brewing!
WHY YOU NEED IT NOW: It’s the hardest working piece in your fall wardrobe—a shirt you wear solo, an instant jacket, or a layer. Plus, its plushness will draw her paws.
Gant Rugger flannel shirt, $125
Polo Ralph Lauren plaid sport shirt, $125
D&G western plaid shirt, $315