The fashion set is rethinking its basics. White tees and tanks remain enduring wardrobe staples among editors and models, but striped tops have also found favor as an offbeat essential. Put to use in the same way as tees and tanks, worn with everything from jeans, tailored trousers, skirts and capris, stripes have been a welcome contrast to the “quiet luxury” cues of seasons past.
Vogue’s Edit of the Best Striped Tops
The preferred stripes on the street-style circuit vary considerably: some are thick and splayed across hardy rugby shirts, while skinny alternatives are found on long-sleeve cotton tops. As for colors? Anything goes, be it complementary neutrals, punchy primary shades or scholarly palettes. Below, see four ways to style a striped top for summer.
The Silky Slip
Sometimes the best outfit formulas are the least expected. Pair a striped tee with your silky slip skirt, finishing the look with vacation-ready accessories—a raffia tote, flip-flops, and shield sunglasses.
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Breton striped T-shirt
Carine Gilson
