Tartan has shown up repeatedly this Fall on everything from scarves to leggings, but Karl Lagerfeld’s spin on Scotland’s style for Chanel Pre-Fall 2013 has influenced this season’s wares beyond the nation’s print. The Kaiser ensconced his models in chunky knits and lavish tweeds, dominated by innovative Fair Isle, tartan and argyle pairings.

To channel this look, forego the less-is-more adage, and iterate Lagerfeld’s insouciant approach to excess: luxe fabrics, like Zara’s pearl embellished velvet jacket, gilt costume jewelry and texturized knits all make fine pairings for the lavish look.

1. Style Inspiration: Chanel Pre-Fall 2013, image courtesy of style.com
2. Forever 21 Denier Plaid Tights, $10
3. Club Monaco Candace Angora Snood, $69
4. Christian Louboutin Tartan Pumps, $845, available at Net-a-Porter
5. Zara Turtle Neck Knitted Sweater, $30
6. Zara Velvet Biker Jacket, $140
7. Sandro Javanaise Skirt, $125
8. Torn by Ronny Kobo Skirt, $117, available at Shopbop
9. ASOS Diamond Jacquard Sweater, $72

By: Ali Leier, Vancouver

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