Born In The U.S.A.: 5 All-American Pieces You Already Own

Trying to ID what American style is is as difficult as trying to ID what being American is all about. But if we're going to attempt to pinpoint it, there's something about versatile, purposeful, flattering fashion that feels as red, white, and blue as a deep-fried cherry pie on a stick. We've taken a moment to gather a few pieces that have earned their blue ribbon — and just like we Americans, some of these products are foreign exports (thank you, Scots, for plaid!), but it was U.S. industries that made them the widespread, now-iconic fashion staples they are now (thank you, Woolrich, for the plaidshirt!). Check out the six pieces you probably already own that have that All-American pedigree.

The Plaid Shirt

Etoile Isabel Marant Meg Plaid Cotton Blend Shirt Dress, $425, available at Net-a-Porter.

The Low-Pro Canvas Sneaker

Keds for Madewell Polka Dot Sneaker, $50, available at Madewell.The Levi's Jean

Levi's 501 Boyfriend Jeans, $78, available at Levi's.

The White T-Shirt

Cheap Monday Holly Tee White, $28, available at Weekday.

The Varsity Jacket

Nike Destroyer Women's Jacket, $269.97, available at Nike.

The Cowboy Boot

Sartore Western Boot, $840, available atBarneys.