Review of two Riders by Lee shirts with Buffalo plaid pattern. Please read what I found and think about the garment.
- Riders by Lee Buffalo Plaid Shirt with a Chic Twist
- The Press Button below the Second Button Is Such a Great Idea
- Classic with a Twist Means Timeless Style
- Riders by Lee Buffalo Shirts Work All Year Round
- I Can Recommend this Riders by Lee Shirt to My BFF
- Riders by Lee Buffalo Plaid Shirt Review in Summary
Disclosure: Ad. The Riders by Lee shirts are samples of my choice that were sent to me by VF Mass Marketing for Walmart. They have not endorsed this post. I wrote it entirely myself. All opinions are my own and 100% honest.
Riders by Lee Buffalo Plaid Shirt with a Chic Twist
I was looking for a new plaid shirt for a while to replace my old green, blue, black, and white shirt. This time, I was looking for a classic Buffalo plaid button-down shirt with a twist, i.e., one that wasn’t the traditional red and black plaid.
When I was offered to review pieces from Riders by Lee and saw these two Buffalo plaid shirts, I immediately wanted to try them out because black and white is an eternal classic. Furthermore, red-and-white is another excellent, posh twist on the classic black-and-red Buffalo plaid.
The pattern matches well at the seams, which is a prerequisite to looking sophisticated in plaid.


I had envisioned wearing them not in the traditional way as a posh weekend casual, but as a chic work button-down shirt, which makes a sophisticated plaid outfit.
The Press Button below the Second Button Is Such a Great Idea
Do you dislike the gap or opening that oddly exposes your bra or underwear? I do, too, because it fails to look professional. Guess what? Riders by Lee has a press button, right there! See the photo below. It’s such a great idea and so efficient! I love that! You wonder why no one else had this superb, easy idea!


Classic with a Twist Means Timeless Style
Well these two shirts definitely are a big hit and great wardrobe addition for me. They work with pieces for the office and the weekend and filled my void of not having a cool statement plaid shirt. Actually, now I have two! I have a knack for traditional pieces – read American classic – with a modern twist. These two shirts are exactly that! They are exactly what I needed! Traditional pattern, cut, but a twist on the colors. Perfect to make an entrance!
Tip: A traditional pattern in a non-traditional color combination will always be noted.
Riders by Lee Buffalo Shirts Work All Year Round
Another thing I like about these Riders by Lee Buffalo plaid button-down shirts is that they have a sling to tuck the sleeve up a bit higher than 3/4 length. It’s perfect for midlife women in summer. The rolled-up sleeves also look so cool with a long-sleeved T-shirt underneath in winter. Wearing the sleeves down, with or without a cardigan, creates another cool classic look. I wore the red and white shirt with a cardigan and red suede skirt to the office. I paired the black and white button-down with a houndstooth skirt for a mixed pattern Casual Friday outfit that goes seamlessly for going out with friends for dinner and playing at a bar. In summer, these shirts are a perfect option for what to wear to an outdoor concert.


I Can Recommend this Riders by Lee Shirt to My BFF
The shirts cost $15.99 each! It’s a great bargain! The pieces have nice craftsmanship. The fabric is super soft. Wrinkles tend to disappear easily, especially when you leave them in the bathroom and take a hot shower. Whose hobby is ironing anyway? Note the shirt is also available in blue-navy.
These Buffalo print shirts are an excellent value for their price! Being a classic, they are a wardrobe essential for years. They will get easily below a dollar per wear over their tenure in the closet of any stylish woman who loves classics, but wants them with a slight twist. Are you one of these ladies? I surely am. If you are, get one!
Riders by Lee Buffalo Plaid Shirt Review in Summary
The shirts are timeless, meaning you can wear them for years to come. The nice twist of color lets you stand out from the crowd, offering a more versatile styling option for both work and play. The price is a piece of cake. And who needs the calories anyhow?
Buy your Riders by Lee Buffalo Plaid shirt now.
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Photos: G. Kramm
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