Elegant Ways for Women to Wear Striped Clothing

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Throw your worries that wearing stripes will make you look like a jailbird, out of the window. This guide on the different styles in which you can wear stripes will assuage all your worries.

Change the Angle

Not too sure that horizontal or even vertical stripes are quite your style? Well, whoever said that you need to stick to these two patterns. Welcome another member of the family into your wardrobe with diagonal stripes. Not only is the pattern très chic, it is also flattering on most body types.

We have seen the age of the polka dots, we have lived through the wave of neons, we have even survived the catastrophic phase of padded shoulders; but if there is one trend that has kept us all sane through it and remained a timeless classic, it is a print that we call stripes.

From the ever-popular pinstripes that can be found in every formal wardrobe, to the sailors-inspired nautical stripes, and the kaleidoscopic, vibrantly colorful bold stripes that cheer us up on a routine, mundane day, stripes have time and again proved just how essential they are to our wardrobe.

If you are still shying away from embracing this print, then we tell you how you can add it in different ways to your outfit lookbook.

T-shirts Nautical stripes are trendy, making striped T-shirts a common sight. They pair well with various outfits, offering endless styling options. Experiment with different colors for a fresh look.

Play with color. And wear it with a pair of pants in a matching shade. Or if that's not your thing, then choose a tee that sports stripes in a slightly unique style. How about trying diagonals?

Shirts Striped shirts aren't just for men's wardrobes; they look equally elegant on women. Thin stripes offer a smart, workplace-appropriate look.

They needn't be pin-thin or in black and white, but thinner lines and darker colors do work well for offices. If you are looking for something a little more bold, then pick a shirt in a more vibrant color with bolder stripes.

Tops There's no rule against playing with silhouettes in striped outfits. Try a noodle-strapped top for a fresh look, pairing it with a pretty skirt for a girl-next-door vibe.

Want something, a little more stylish? How about a top in a lesser-seen cut like the kaftan-style top that the model is wearing here. A pair of shorts are the perfect addition to the look to keep it modern.

Skirts The versatility of clothing styles for women is incredible. Don't limit yourself to tops; wear stripes on a skirt for a stylish look suitable for any weather.

So, whether it is an a-line skirt worn with a coordinated crop top or a short skirt worn with leggings, a tee, and other winter paraphernalia, you will have an outfit on your hand that is sure to win the approval of everyone who walks by.

Dresses Embrace stripes in dresses for versatile styling options. Explore vertical, diagonal, or horizontal stripes, as well as multicolored or subtle shades for a variety of looks.

Pants Leverage the slimming effect of vertical stripes by investing in striped denim, enhancing your figure effortlessly.

Feeling a little more daring? Opt for a more fashion-forward look with a jumpsuit in which the pants have a stripes-playing-peekaboo feeling to them. It is important that with such a look that the rest of the outfit be extremely simple. With a print-heavy bottom, it is best to keep the rest of your outfit in solid hues.

Jackets A good jacket can transform your outfit instantly, much like two-minute noodles. Stripes offer a quick upgrade, acting as a versatile print that pairs well with any ensemble.

Include stripes in its different avatars in your wardrobe as they flatter most figures beautifully. While big, bold stripes can seem a little intimidating, and thin stripes a little too office(y), when paired with the right separates and accessories, it can be testimony to some pretty smart styling.