Gingham is bigger and better than ever this season - here's 7 ways to wear this summer-ready print

When it comes to spring prints, gingham is up there with the best. The little checks in candy-coloured hues go hand-in-hand with sunshine, and despite being around for decades, it’s a pattern that always ticks off spring/summer fashion trends with ease and manages to feel fresh year after year.

Things are a little different for 2026, though, as gingham is popping up all over the high street with a much bigger and bolder vibe that will feel all the more fun and cheerful for warmer weather. Jumbo-sized squares have given the vintage look a contemporary upgrade and can be found on everything from floaty frocks to relaxed tops right now, but the piece that has particularly caught my fashion eye is a wide-leg jumpsuit from Boden.

The relaxed design is covered in a blue grid print that guarantees to wow, and the combination of the wide-leg silhouette and belted waist makes it very flattering for most body types. And on top of all that, it’ll feel breezy to wear thanks to a linen fabric. What’s not to love?!

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Despite the larger size, jumbo gingham is just as wearable as the classic-sized checks, but when it comes to styling, it's best to let your square-covered piece take centre stage and keep the rest of your outfit minimal and understated.

To avoid a clash or your ensemble looking overly busy, steer clear of other bold prints, and instead add plainer items like a crisp white shirt, blue denim or a basic T-shirt to balance out your patterned separates and keep things feeling polished.