Patterns weren’t always for me.  I used to stick to solids and neutrals.  But life is too short to be dressed in basic black all the time (ahh the steroptypical New Yorker in me.)  I’ve since converted to wearing everything from a skull and butterfly printed DVF dress to oversized floral prints on a no name kimono sleeves silk dress (shout out to random designers found in the Loehmann’s back room.)
Stripes have recently struck me ever since I saw this wall. Â Stripes don’t just signify a French or nautical theme, they also represent a fun and clean way to pair colors unexpectedly; also remember width of the stripe and contrast can also make a huge difference in the overall look. Â I’ve picked some of my favorite striped apparel and accessories and they are each under $100 – savvy and chic (Shopbop and J. Crew also have some fabulous options too in this range for just a bit more!)
1. Striped tunic by Wall G, Topshop, £21.00Â
3. Plains Zebra Cardigan, Modcloth, $52.99
5. Forever and ever striped top by Many Belles Down, Ruche, $34 (who said stripes are just black and white?)
6. Shipshape up dress, Modcloth, $69.99
7. Shirting stripe anklets, Kate Spade, $12 (the first time I’ve considered wearing socks and a skirt)
9. Pink Studio Paradise t-strap wedges, Ruche, $69.99
What striped items have caught your eye lately?
I adore stripes on others but it looks less appealing on me. Hope you are well.xx
Loving #3! I’m really into stripes right now!
love all the stripes and glad they are going to be around for Spring 2011! (and thanks for all your sweet comments on my blog this week)!!!
i love number 3!!
Love! That Bendel compact is too cute 🙂 xoxo
Great finds at great prices! Love the blazer! And yes to the shoes too please.
I am in lust over number one. I definitely need it in my life!
xo
I’m usually not a fan of stripes, but bought two different striped pieces on my last shopping trip – a dress from White House/Black Market and a metallic gold striped sweater. I’m loving this look these days and would totally rock that blazer. Great round-up!
Oh how I love them all, especially those shorts! So cute!
Ahh, i like the stripey shorts! Really cute 😀
xxxxxx
I’m a sucker for stripes too! I’d love to get my hands on that tunic! XX
LOVE #3 – i’m SUCH a stripes girl!!!!
I so adore those shorts…Such a cool selection,sweetie
Hugs and kisses
the jacket & that dress need to be in my wardrobe!
ahhhhhhhhhhhh, i can’t wait for spring! those wedges are calling my name!!
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The Modcloth dress is so cute!
I love stripes! I cannot wait for spring!
– xo, Vanessa Elizabeth
Crazy about stripes!!! Love them ALL! Really!
#1 is my favorite! i LOVE IT!
#3 is super cuuuute!
oooh i love those shorts
great blog!
loving the posts
stop by some time xx
Love that blazer from Ruche! Obsessed with stripes!
really digging the stripes recently. loving every piece you chose
That #5 is wonderful. I love that you went outside the typical black/white and navy/white!
xo,
C
oh my goodness – the socks! how cute and perfect. socks and heels and skirts are new territory for me as well, but I’m aboard with those cuties!
Chic on the Cheap
Modcloth Zebra Cardigan. <3
And about five other of those too. Thank goodnes for upcoming tax returns!
I love #6! Just divine!
Lovely picks, love the striped socks
I love the blazer and also the third piece!