It’s one of the cardinal rules of fashion – unless you want to look five pounds heavier, do not wear horizontal stripes. Clearly it’s time to put down the jumbo chocolate chip cookie, because this season there is no avoiding striped fashion. Luckily, stripes come in more flavors than just the nautical variety, though with Fleet Week coming up, we couldn’t resist picking up the Badgley Mischka "Hope" Calf Stripe Tote (1) ($465) (supporting sailors and the economy – c’est magnifique!). Stripes this season are going beyond the usual fashion staples and come in a rainbow of colors, widths, and angles.
More Halston Than Halston We’re obsessed with everything about this Marc by Marc Jacobs Scarf Stripe Dress (2) ($458). You can definitely feel the Parisian influence in MJ’s line this season—this dress is the ultimate in ‘70s daywear with a French twist.
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The Privee Doubleknit Banded Skirt (3) ($225) is a sophisticated take on classic stripes. The skirt comes in a bunch of different color combination, and thanks to some spandex, fits the body nicely.
A Fashion MVP Catherine Malandrino's "Ingenue" Camisole with Circle Detail (4) ($325) is a go-to top now that the weather is heating up. It ain’t cheap, but it goes everywhere from the office (under a blazer), to out at the bars (paired with slim pants and sky-high strappy sandals).
Color Me Happy Urban Outfitters' Lux Open Back Sundress (5) ($58) number is so 1950s cool. Seriously, what could be better than bright, bold colors to wash away those bad weather blues! And the fact that it’s online only means that ten thousand teeny boppers will not be wearing the same look. 3-in-1
The Topshop Stripe Long Cardi (6) (£32) combines three of this season’s major trends – stripes, yellows, and neons. It’s a perfect top to pair with black leggings for a casual, effortless look. We can’t wait for Topshop to come to the States, but in the meantime, it’s easy to order online. Shipping is £10 and takes only 4-7 business days.
Forever Hip
There is something timeless about old school aviators and these Fred Flare "Speed Racer" Sunglasses (7) ($10) definitely have a vintage feel – love!
Pulling it all Together The Kors by Michael Kors Peep Toe "Dubois" Pumps (8) ($96.60) are a great mod statement piece that will spice up even the most boring outfit and best of all, with these pumps, you’ll be all set for 4th of July patriotism.
