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Fashion Forward: My favorite picks for Seeing stripes (under $100)

January 20, 2011

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.  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.  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, £21.00 

3. Plains Zebra Cardigan, Modcloth, $52.99

4. Lady with dog compact, Henri Bendel, $30 (classic, classic Bendel!)

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)

8. Going Green stripes shorts, Ruche, $32 (these shorts make me actually want to wear shorts)

9. Pink Studio Paradise t-strap wedges, Ruche, $69.99

What striped items have caught your eye lately?

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  • Fashion, Art and other fancies January 20, 2011 at 10:57

    I adore stripes on others but it looks less appealing on me. Hope you are well.xx

  • LifeasKristina January 20, 2011 at 12:57

    Loving #3! I’m really into stripes right now!

  • style'n January 20, 2011 at 13:17

    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)!!!

  • Bridget January 20, 2011 at 13:17

    i love number 3!!

  • THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE January 20, 2011 at 13:24

    Love! That Bendel compact is too cute 🙂 xoxo

  • 17 Perth January 20, 2011 at 13:38

    Great finds at great prices! Love the blazer! And yes to the shoes too please.

  • Fashion Meets Food January 20, 2011 at 14:45

    I am in lust over number one. I definitely need it in my life!

    xo

  • Kim January 20, 2011 at 15:02

    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!

  • Brunch at Saks January 20, 2011 at 15:18

    Oh how I love them all, especially those shorts! So cute!

  • Caroline January 20, 2011 at 15:28

    Ahh, i like the stripey shorts! Really cute 😀
    xxxxxx

  • Stacey January 20, 2011 at 15:39

    I’m a sucker for stripes too! I’d love to get my hands on that tunic! XX

  • Erika @ ~TiptoeButterfly~ January 20, 2011 at 15:42

    LOVE #3 – i’m SUCH a stripes girl!!!!

  • Diana Mieczan January 20, 2011 at 17:36

    I so adore those shorts…Such a cool selection,sweetie
    Hugs and kisses

  • honey my heart January 20, 2011 at 18:07

    the jacket & that dress need to be in my wardrobe!

  • Lu January 20, 2011 at 18:18

    ahhhhhhhhhhhh, i can’t wait for spring! those wedges are calling my name!!

    http://ontheblock-lu.blogspot.com/

    wolves and sparklers
    lu

  • Katie January 20, 2011 at 19:27

    The Modcloth dress is so cute!

  • ruffledrose.com January 20, 2011 at 20:50

    I love stripes! I cannot wait for spring!
    – xo, Vanessa Elizabeth

  • tanvii.com January 20, 2011 at 21:46

    Crazy about stripes!!! Love them ALL! Really!

  • drollgirl January 20, 2011 at 21:49

    #1 is my favorite! i LOVE IT!

  • Krystal January 20, 2011 at 22:07

    #3 is super cuuuute!

  • Margaret January 20, 2011 at 22:35

    oooh i love those shorts
    great blog!
    loving the posts
    stop by some time xx

  • Moosette January 20, 2011 at 23:43

    Love that blazer from Ruche! Obsessed with stripes!

  • Cassandra January 21, 2011 at 02:09

    really digging the stripes recently. loving every piece you chose

  • this free bird January 21, 2011 at 02:24

    That #5 is wonderful. I love that you went outside the typical black/white and navy/white!

    xo,
    C

  • LyddieGal January 21, 2011 at 03:01

    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

  • Salt January 21, 2011 at 03:07

    Modcloth Zebra Cardigan. <3
    And about five other of those too. Thank goodnes for upcoming tax returns!

  • BigAppleNosh January 21, 2011 at 03:07

    I love #6! Just divine!

  • Lex January 21, 2011 at 05:15

    Lovely picks, love the striped socks

  • Salony January 23, 2011 at 12:31

    I love the blazer and also the third piece!

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