The daytime plaid isn't like a fly plaid at all. It's just a rectangular piece of tartan which is folded and layed on the left shoulder (a bit cumbersome I know). It is then unfolded and draped over the shoulders or pulled over the wearers head to protect him from the elements. It could also be laid down on the ground to be sat on rather like a picnic blanket. When worn with classic day dress I think it looks great.