Striped Shirts Are Everywhere Right Now – Here’s How To Style Them
You only have to scroll Instagram for a minute or two before you see an oversized striped shirt. The business basic is everywhere right now and trust us when we say it is one wardrobe staple that is going to give you serious cost-per-wear satisfaction. The styling options are endless, whether you’re holidaying poolside, heading for brunch in the city or have a date-night in the diary.
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Although they might feel a little Patrick Bateman / ’80s Wall Street, the striped shirt has become one of the fashion set’s unlikely heroes. That is no doubt thanks to the fact that they are just so easy to wear. Tucked into high-waisted denim; paired with a matching boxer-style short; or buttoned low over sexy black lace, the striped shirt will become one of the hardest working pieces inn your wardrobe.
Hitting the balance between smart and cool – we always feel pulled together when you wear a shirt, even with something so casual as denim cut-offs – they are a failsafe for warm weather days when you’re stuck for what to wear.
There are so many brands doing the masculine style shirt for women so well right now. From The Frankie Shop’s super oversized numbers to With Nothing Underneath’s near-perfect seersucker stripes, as well as H&M, ARKET and Mango all offering really great high street dupes. It also pays to check out the menswear department if you want that classic borrowed form the boys look.
Scroll to shop six of our favourite ways to style the classic striped shirt…
LOOK 1
Keep things classic with business-like blue stripes and a navy blazer. Indigo denim flares and western-style boots will give the look a bit of a fashion edge, but switch for wide-leg trousers or straight-leg jeans for something a little more sober.
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LOOK 2
Don’t be afraid to clash your prints and add a smart striped shirt to something more free-spirited and boho. We love one under a busy print quilted jacket with artisanal-inspired accessories and this season’s favourite cargo pants.
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LOOK 3
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Be inspired by London-based influencer Tee Clutter and channel the full look with Faithful the Brand's matching co-ord. Chunky dad trainers and slouchy ribbed socks give it a sportier edge.
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LOOK 4
We love the juxtaposition of a classic striped shirt paired with something a little ore risqué like a leather mini. Ideal for date-night, just add embellished sling-backs, statement earrings and a hint of black lace.
Just add embellished sling-backs, statement earrings and a hint of black lace.
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LOOK 5
Whether you’re sightseeing on your summer break or heading to the park for a London heatwave, this easy look fits the bill. Australian label LMND Lemonade have some of the freshest colourways and are 100% cotton making them super comfortable to wear in the heat.
We love the green number tucked into these COS denim shorts, which – we promise – are the perfect cut and length we’ve found in a long time.
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Few do effortless beach looks quite like Lucy Williams. Layer candy stripes over a textured swimsuit for a cool way to do poolside cover-ups.
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