The One Print That Will Define Summer 2019

Green gingham has long been reserved for primary school pinafores and vinyl tablecloths, but this summer it has leapfrogged polka dots to become the most in-demand print. Once you notice green gingham, you'll see it everywhere—this print is dominating both the high street and being reimagined by more luxury designers like Molly Goddard and Burberry.

A number of Instagram-famous labels like Faithfull the Brand and Shrimps have made green gingham a popular option for the beach, as both have created checked bikinis and cover-ups in a lime grid print. The shade of green varies from a muted sage to a neon, so this trend can be as subtle as you make it.

There are a number of trending gingham pieces out there, including a £59 fitted midi dress from & Other Stories and a lime button-front dress from Faithfull. Keep scrolling to see how the Instagram crowd is wearing this print this summer, and then shop our favourite pieces.

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(Image credit: Maria Bernad)

Style Notes: Maria Bernad wears a green gingham dress with extreme puffy sleeves and pretty white buttons and pairs it with a grassy-green bucket bag.

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(Image credit: Monikh)

Style Notes: Monikh wears green gingham to the beach, pairing her checked lime Faithfull bikini with a matching sarong.

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(Image credit: Lucy Williams)

Style Notes: Lucy Williams doubles up on the green, pairing her Musier checked mini with a green crochet top from House of Sunny.

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(Image credit: Ada Oguntodu)

Style Notes: Green gingham doesn't have to be twee. We love how Ada paired it with zebra print and black vinyl trousers.

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(Image credit: Maria Bernad)

Style Notes: Maria wears a green gingham oversized shirt with a red crossbody bag.

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(Image credit: Emili Sindlev)

Style Notes: Emili Sindlev wears green gingham to the beach. She paired her shorts with a smocked top that featured bows at the shoulder.

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Next up, see our guide to the key trends for spring/summer 2019.

Emma Spedding