A wise woman once said, "Houndstooth is the new polka dot."

As trendsetting fashion mavens, we here at Etsy take this wisdom quite seriously. (Besides, we all know that polka dots are so passé — houndstooth is a classic! Color me British, y'all!)  

For this week's trend, we've assembled an outfit (minus the boots, sadly!) that you can put together right here on Etsy. Let's start from the top:

This dapper lil cap by BKMHattitude is a cute mixture of masculine and feminine styling. The shape is military, the print graphic. 

This adorable babydoll dress by papaya mixes a fashionable shape with the classic print, combining for ultimate appeal.

Can't forget accessories! This floral print clutch by lalabags breaks up the pattern of the outfit (don't wanna get too busy!), but still packs a hidden houndstooth punch on the inside. 

What a beautiful piece. Etcetrix got it right by mixing metals, acorns and small houndstooth detailing on this necklace.

This blue velvet riding hoodie by bonspielcreation isn't a houndstooth find, but it has the right "riding my horse, I'm English, and enjoy comfort" vibe that works well with the outfit. Wouldn't you agree?

Pups gotta be fashionable, too! This little doggie romper by Meanypie will keep your pet warm and cozy, while multi-tasking as a cute accessory for your own outfit.

And just for kicks, here are a few more outfit options!  

When I think of houndstooth, I think of heavy wool capes, jaunty English caps and draping ascots. This bubble hem babydoll dress by imyourpresent showcases modern styling with a miniature houndstooth pattern, mixing old and new.

Who says houndstooth has to be back and white? This shorty jacket by flutter has a fresh take on a classic pattern, in a brown and teal that really pops.

For men who are lovers of both cats and fashion, these catstooth (houndstooth) ties by toybreaker are where it's at. Take it to the hoop, guys! Cats and suits! Cats and suits!

These calligraphy necklaces by paraphernalia are the perfect complement to houndstooth's angular patterns. Some curlicues take the edge off the idea of wearing a loud pattern, and it fits the Victorian/Sherlock Holmes ideal I have in my head. 

This roomy shoulder bag by revolutionoftheheart has the skills to pay the bills. Metal accents, houndstooth, and a bow? Color me a Brit in love!

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