How to Wear Stripes

Vertical Stripes-  Choose a sweet vertical stripe top that has sequins for accents. And no matter how cute horizontal stripes are, vertical stripes will always make you look taller and slimmer.

Draped Stripes- The cool thing about stripes is that they add an optical illusion to whatever you are wearing. So something like a drape-front top – which would be quite simple in a solid – is dramatic in stripe. Make sure you add draped stripes wherever you want to add more volume because it will make the area look larger.

Black and White Stripes- If you want a Crisp Look this is the Stripe for you. Although navy-and-white stripes are a classic, black and white stripes – especially in a small print pattern are instantly chic under a blazer, paired with black crop pants or leggings or tucked in with the new wide leg jeans.

Over-Sized Casual Stripes- When stripes are large they add a graphic, casual vibe to sportswear. Keep accessories to a minimum because an oversized stripe takes center stage in the outfit.

Menswear Stripes- Whether you opt for a pinstripe suit or a menswear stripe blouse, the menswear stripe can be great for the office or weekend depending on what you mix it with. Worn un-tucked with a beret, this top goes casual. Tuck it into a pencil skirt and belt a cardigan over it and it’s work ready.

White With Stripes- One of the best ways to wear stripes is to pair it with loads of white. You can also wear a classic navy and white tunic top with white jeans and look timelessly chic.

 Fashion Tip

Wear Different Stripes Together with Caution - You can try something funky like a variegated stripes. Just make sure that there is some consistency with the colors and/or thickness of the stripes. It works if the patterns are all of the same colour, just different ways.

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