Tweet
Be a Girl with a mind, a Woman with attitude, and a Lady with class.
There are not many styles that a two-year-old girl and a 35-year-old man can both wear and stripes are perhaps the only contender. Stripes have the power to make fashion highly noticeable, which explains why the pattern wasn’t always held in such high regard. A black and white stripe was once upon a time the uniform of the detainee. But don’t worry those times are firmly in the past. Here, there and everywhere right now, stripes are not only the print of the season but they’re the print to be seen in.
Nothing transcends seasons – or decades – more seamlessly than stripes (alongside of polka dot) and there are so many options out there – mixing and matching, dress them up for a night out or the office, dress them down for play or travel. Whatever you do, get into stripes. You won’t regret picking up on such a versatile trend.
The big-money questions in fashion are of perpetual relevance: Which print should I back for the new season? How to wear stripes? To stripe or not to stripe at all? Are stripes cool enough this season? One thing I can say for sure is that stripes won’t ever lose their cool factor. Stripes will always be “in.” They’ve migrated from being an occasional flourish to being a mainstay in the fashion conversation.
It’s time to take your outfit in new directions with easy to wear stripey staples. From thick stripes to pinstripes, co-ords to jumpsuits to dresses, bags and even shoes, all covered in the classic print, you’ll be standing out in stripes this season.
There are so many ways to wear stripes and so many ways to improve your summer looks by incorporating them into your wardrobe. To help you get started I put together some advice on how to wear summer stripes.
BODY SHAPE AND HEIGHT
When considering stripes, keep your body shape and height in mind. When you are looking to achieve the illusion of being taller and thinner, it is crucial to pay attention to which stripes you pick. Generally, larger prints can actually make you look bigger from certain angles. If you’re on the thinner side and want to look a little curvier, go for horizontal wider stripes. If you’re short and a slightly wide, lengthen your body with horizontal spaghetti thin stripes. To be honest, I have fun with both types of stripes. Stripes this summer add a creative element if you pair them with the right pieces; summer stripes can also feel very modern if done right.
STATEMENT STRIPES
Unmissable and bold – vertical, horizontal or diagonal, it doesn’t matter, as long as your stripes are loud and making a statement! Stripes have always been popular but they haven’t been this fun in a while. Wear your own statement stripes on a coat, jacket or dress and pair with a simple, slim silhouette and minimal accessories.
COLOUR STRIPES
Injecting some colour is the easiest way to give some edge to your basic monochrome stripes. Try colours like bright blue and vivid red paired with white or navy.
THINK OUTSIDE THE STRIPED SUIT
Usually striped suits are the easiest way to wear this trend, but this season try stripes in different garments like a jumpsuit, a pair of stilettos or a cosy little clutch. Stripey accessories are a great way to add some Parisian chic to your attire.
MULTI-DIMENSIONAL STRIPES
When it comes to stripes this season, more is more! Multi-coloured and multi-directional are ruling the fashion scene. Something so classic like stripes doesn’t necessarily have to be boring or predictable. The more irregular the better! Don’t be afraid of overdoing it, add some loudness to your wardrobe.
Vero Moda diagonal stripe shirt dress
ASOS DESIGN Evy stripe bow boots
Ted Baker Oellie Black Large Handbag
Crystal Flower Brooch
MIU MIU Scenique cut-out eyewear
Without a doubt, these summer stripes are something I will always continue to rock. They have been staples in my wardrobe – and I am not quite ready to let them go quite yet. I look forward to seeing you challenge yourself to wearing them too!
Awesome collection of stripped dress, fresh spring summer collection and love all of these.
So fab and sassy shirt dress you have there dear! Loving the red nails too, such a chic compliment for the blue dress.
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
I agree and you look wonderful and extremely elegant in your look with the striped blue dress!
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
http://www.dressedwithsoul.com
I love the look, so sophisticated and chic <3
xx Alyssa | STYLE VANITY
I’m swooning over those boots! They’re so beautiful and unique. I love the color combination with the pop of red, so special. I like stripes, but I love them even more when done in bold colors and light fabrics come summer! I recently purchased a linen dress with purple and white stripes that I can’t wait to wear come summer post baby! Thanks for sharing, beauty, and I hope you have a great week ahead!
XO,
Jalisa
THE STYLE CONTOUR
I love how elegant this striped dress is! The boots are incredible.
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Those boots look PERFECT – it was love at first sight. Have a great week dear!
lots of love, Miri
http://www.meetmiri.com
Fashion trends come and go but a major trend that has not lost its charm is striped dresses.
Your dress is so cute, I love it with those shoes
xo
http://www.laurajaneatelier.com
Wow! Beautiful photographs you look so stunning. Thanks for sharing your elegant looks with us!
Also compliments to your hair you look gorgeous.
Laura xo
http://www.shehearts.net
Wow!!! So stylish dress….boots are amazing!!!
Have a nice day and don’t miss my latest post, now on my blog Eniwhere Fashion. Kisses from Italy and thank you for your visit,
Eni
Eniwhere Fashion
Love this look!! Definitely want to incorporate more stripes into my wardrobe! 🙂
Love your shoes! defo Loubies vibe!
http://carmelatte.co
Stripes are so universally flattering and I love the shirt dress you’re wearing here darling!
aglassofice.com x
I love stripes and that dress is stunning for spring/summer!
Angela at Blush & Pearls
I love stripes right now, so easy to style!
Anika | anikamay.co.uk
Always a beautiful look … love ♥️the stripes!
🌸🍃ROSES FOR FRIDAYS 🌸🍃| by mia | A Creative Lifestyle Blog
This is totally gorgeous! I absolutely love the stripes!
Raindrops of Sapphire
Your boots are amazing!!
Jennifer
Effortlessly Sophisticated
I definitely like those boots – it’s not like you see something like that everyday!
http://nataliesdailylife.wordpress.com/