Fearne Cotton’s latest work outfit is a clear sign that autumn has arrived.
Fearne Cotton effortlessly styles a cozy tartan coat with cuffed boyfriend jeans, metallic platform sandals, and socks for a chic autumn look
The British TV & radio personality, presenter, and fashion influencer was prepared for the bite in the air as she was wrapped in a cozy-looking wool tartan coat and metallic platform sandals.
Fearne Cotton looked fabulous wearing a red and black tartan coat outside the BBC Radio 1 studios in London, United Kingdom, on September 24, 2013 (Credit: Rocky / WENN)
The Radio 1 DJ looked fabulous wearing a red and black tartan coat from her AW13 collection for very.co.uk. Fearne Cotton styled her jacket with checkered-printed socks and silver metallic shoes.
We usually advocate the print-on-print look, but we don’t dig the checkered shirt with the red-and-black tartan coat so much. We like the idea of boyfriend jeans and Mary Jane shoes with socks, though.
If she had been so determined to pair her jacket with a printed shirt, a band shirt, or anything graphic-printed, it would have worked better for the look.
A stylish autumn outfit featuring a cozy red and black tartan coat paired with checkered socks, boyfriend jeans, and silver metallic platform sandals on a city street scattered with fallen leaves
The Timeless Appeal of Tartan: Classic Meets Contemporary
Tartan coats have long been a fashion staple, effortlessly blending heritage with contemporary style. Fearne Cotton’s red-and-black tartan coat is a perfect example of how this pattern remains relevant season after season. As renowned designer Christian Louboutin once said, “I have always loved tartans—such an ornamented type of weaving, so vivid in colour, and such a masculine aspect. But actually, I think tartans can be feminine or masculine.”
Fearne Cotton’s styling leans toward this balance. She pairs her structured outerwear with metallic platform sandals for a bold, modern twist.
Fearne Cotton’s tartan styling isn’t just a nod to tradition; it’s part of a larger movement redefining plaid. Avant-garde brands like Comme des Garçons take tartan beyond its Scottish roots, transforming it into sculptural, runway-ready designs. Tartan remains a bold fashion staple, whether in structured coats or statement shoes.
These unique pieces, available at Farfetch, showcase the brand’s innovative approach, transforming heritage fabrics into contemporary works of art.
A striking mix of tartan textures and bold silhouettes, reinterpreted through Comme des Garçons’ avant-garde vision
Tartan isn’t just for coats—it has become a statement pattern across fashion, including footwear. As William Edmondstoune Aytoun poetically put it, “Nowhere beats the heart so kindly as beneath the tartan plaid!”
This enduring love for tartan explains why celebrities continue to embrace the pattern, whether in classic outerwear or bold shoe choices. Fearne Cotton’s look highlights this versatility, pairing a timeless tartan coat with modern metallic heels, proving that heritage fashion can still feel fresh and stylish.
Stepping Out in Style: Celebrities Who Love Tartan Shoes
From edgy pumps to classic Mary Janes, tartan shoes bring both personality and sophistication to any look. Here are some notable instances where stars have stepped out in style, showcasing tartan shoes:
Alexa Chung’s Quirky Tartan Pumps
- Event: Miu Miu Cruise 2018 Fashion Show
- Outfit: Alexa Chung displayed her signature cool-girl style in a studded leather jacket over a sequined dress.
- Footwear: She added a surprising twist with Miu Miu tartan pumps, featuring a multicolored check pattern and black leather pin-buckle straps adorned with faux-pearl detailing.
- More Details: Celebrities Wear Embellished Heels at Miu Miu Cruise 2018 Fashion Show
Emma Watson’s Edgy Tartan Ensemble
- Event: GQ Men of the Year Awards
- Outfit: Emma Watson made a striking appearance in a McQ by Alexander McQueen tartan puffball dress paired with a black leather biker jacket.
- Footwear: She completed the look with classic heels, blending punk and elegance seamlessly.
- More Details: How Emma Watson Rocked Pixie Cut and Tartan Trend at GQ Men of the Year Awards
Jenna Ortega’s Gothic Tartan Skirt and Mary Janes
- Event: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Press Tour
- Outfit: Jenna Ortega showcased her signature gothic style in a Thom Browne tartan pleated skirt paired with a white cropped shirt and a school blazer.
- Footwear: She completed the ensemble with Thom Browne’s Mary Jane brogues, featuring perforations, crisscross straps, wingtips, and block heels.
- More Details: Jenna Ortega Returns to the Dark Side
Rita Ora’s Bold Tartan Suit
- Event: Paris Fashion Week
- Outfit: Rita Ora turned heads in a matching tartan jacket and pants ensemble by Karl Lagerfeld.
- Footwear: She paired the outfit with Chanel calfskin short boots, adding a chic touch to her coordinated look.
- More Details: Rita Ora’s Paris Fashion Week Look: Karl Lagerfeld Tartan Jacket
These celebrity looks prove that tartan remains a go-to pattern, effortlessly blending tradition with modern styling.
Of course, not all tartan references are created equal—comedian Billy Connolly famously joked, “Scottish-Americans tell you that if you want to identify tartans, it’s easy—you simply look under the kilt, and if it’s a quarter-pounder, you know it’s a McDonald’s.”
Thankfully, Fearne Cotton’s interpretation of tartan is far more fashionable, bringing sophistication and edge to this classic print!