Stripes are a timeless classic and can be easily adapted to suit any style with striking results.
This summer, the look to go for is “weekend relaxed cool” with a preppy feel. oany of us have a fear of wearing stripes, but the time has come to get over it!
Vertical stripes are your friend. If you want to give the illusion of a longer leg, opt for wide pinstriped pants worn to the ground over heels. Stick to wide styles as tight garments will cause vertical lines to go wonky around the body.
When it comes to horizontal stripes, if you have a boyish figure, go wide and bold to create shape. To minimise your shape, opt for a block colour with a thin, subtle stripe.
No matter what your age or style is, give stripes a go!
Parisian chic
The French make this look so easy. Mix a floral skirt with a striped T-shirt, or perhaps white pants and T-shirt with a cotton pinstriped blazer.
Nautical
Achieving this look is all about the colours. Stick to navy, white and red, and keep the look modern by adding tan and nude tones.
Rock chic
A leather vest or skirt will give classic stripes a hard edge. Finish this look off with killer platform heels and chunky accessories – go for a bag with statement buckles or studs.
Pop of colour
Bold, bright colour is where it’s at this summer. oany chain stores offer a large selection of brightly coloured denim.
A pinstriped shirt with bright pants or a skirt will give you a classic look that’s bang on trend.
Hot tip
Neutrals are the perfect summer alternative to black.
Wear bright, striped tops with neutral-toned skirts and pants. This look will have a minimising effect on the lower half of the body, drawing attention upwards to the face. Adding a bold scarf will maximise the result.
A bold, vertically striped blazer – such as the one above – is a timeless asset to your wardrobe. opt for classic navy and white, or tan and white, so that it will not date. This little gem will be perfect with jeans or over a brightly coloured dress. No matter what body shape you have, a striped blazer will make a statement.
A striped cotton dress is the perfect summer garment. Wear it at the beach over your swimsuit with flip flops, then out at night with a cardi and wedges.
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