Mary, you could definitely do this. You might also be able to invert the pattern mix, since you have those windowpane check pants. I don't suppose you have a houndstooth blouse?

stunning! Love!

I am not pattern mixing much, but this is the way to do it. Amazing look!

I like this so much! I'm really enjoying your fall style - I want to copy everything.

I adore this outfit on you, Beth Ann. The patterns, and the wine-colored sweater over the black, white, and gray. You wear this little touch of menswear very well. The feminine flats make it work for you, imo. I'm imagining the look with oxfords, for example, and I think that might put it over the edge into not-you territory. Anyway, yes, expert pattern-mixing, and your explanation of why it works makes sense. I do like to mix patterns, and textures. I kind of like to go maximal on occasion.