what is plaid fabric

Plaid fabric is a type of fabric that features a pattern of intersecting stripes or bands in multiple colors, forming a particular shape. Plaid patterns can be part of the fabric weave or printed on the fabric. Plaid fabrics can be made from different materials, including cotton, wool, or a combination of both. Flannels with plaids are usually used for making cozy and casual shirts for men and skirts for females, while thicker fabrics with woolen yarn are usually used for plaid kilts and jackets. Plaid can also refer to the garment itself, such as the belted plaid, fly plaid, arisaid plaid, shepherds plaid, and pipers plaid or drummers plaid. In North America, the term plaid is sometimes used interchangeably with tartan, which is a patterned cloth consisting of criss-crossed, horizontal and vertical bands in multiple colors, forming simple or complex rectangular patterns. However, in Scotland, a plaid is a large piece of tartan cloth that can be worn in different ways.