Interrupting the thread of woolens and cashmere pieces at Céline’s Fall/Winter 2013 show was a series of garments that featured a highly specific tartan pattern commonly seen on nylon checkered bags used for storing laundry or flea market goods.

One such piece in this series was this high-neck top in blue. Céline implements the tartan pattern in a compact mid-weight jacquard fabric with faithful accuracy to the original blue colorway of the checkered bags.

Made with a slightly cropped body and elongated sleeves, the top features a high-neck collar with a back slit that allows it to be folded over with ease.

The textile design is an effective effort in elevating the mundane, resulting in a garment that is as visually provocative as it is familiar.