In the new season, the checkered print continues its march on the catwalk, and therefore in our wardrobes. Since last season, it has become obvious that designers have begun to pay special attention to the Vichy cage.

Previously, this is a cage, consisting of two contrasting colors, mainly red and white, decorated with blankets, tablecloths, napkins, towels, curtains and other home textiles. She was associated with picnics, cafes, and in general, with home comfort. But then the Vichy cage penetrated into the wardrobes of Hollywood actresses, and therefore into the wardrobes of fashionistas all over the planet.

Now designers continue to use it. This print can be seen in many collections both last season and the present. The cage can be of different sizes, but most often it can be seen small in size. The print is many years old, or rather several hundred. So why does he continue to be held in high esteem by fashionistas?



It all starts somewhere. And this cell is said to have been born in France in the city of Vichy in 1850. Whether it is true or not, it got its name from the French city of Vichy. Although she has other names, because other European countries ascribe to themselves the participle in her birth.

However, the researchers believe that it began in the countries colonized by Holland and Great Britain - Malaysia, Indonesia and India. It was here that the invention of light natural fabric took place, the fibers of which were painted before weaving the material from them.



Two-tone fibers were woven into a pattern, and the fabric was called gingham - gingham. Since the 17th century, the fabric was exported to Europe and the USA, and then production was established throughout the world. Quality brightly colored fabric has gained popularity. It could be found not only in the home interior or in a cafe, they began to produce clothes for the whole family from it.

In the United States, the two-tone check print has become associated with the cowboy image. The cell that we see in the modern interpretation is most likely an unusually close relative, invented in France, in the city of Vichy. That is why it has every reason to claim the name Vichy.

In the twentieth century, during the war years, the cage again became popular due to its low cost. Therefore, in the cinema of these years, girls constantly flicker in plaid dresses, aprons, shirts or scarves. An example of this is the American actress Doris Day, who appeared in such clothes in her films.



Sometimes Marilyn Monroe also showed elegant plaid looks. And Brigitte Bardot in 1959 wore a dress in a Vichy cage for her own wedding. In the middle of the last century, such examples were enough for the Vichy cell to gain extraordinary popularity.

In subsequent years, the Vichy check appeared occasionally in the collections of famous designers, and sometimes became a very popular trend of the season. This has happened many times. V summer season 2018 Vichy cage is again on the wave of popularity. With great enthusiasm, designers Adam Selman, Christian Wijnants and Marissa Webb are considering looks with a two-tone check.


A checkerboard in a contrasting black and white version looks impressive with a black addition, for example, a plaid blouse with cropped black trousers or a plaid skirt with a leather jacket.



A great option is cute plaid dresses, suits and even sundresses.



Lightweight casual dresses or plaid shorts will be very suitable during the hot season.



The Vichy cage looks interesting in trouser sets, where it can take place, both in trousers and in a shirt.



Vichy cage pattern always remains in demand in clothing in provence style and in country style. The check print goes well with plain fabrics, laces and jeans.You can complement the dress or trousers with a plaid denim jacket. A successful summer evening look can be obtained by wearing stiletto heels to a cotton dress with a cage.