How To Style Stripes

Follow the trends, but don't follow the crowd.

Stripes are timeless and classic, but they can also be one of the most boring, typical, basic trends you can wear. Everybody wears stripes, and most people style them the same way. If you're not trying to be basic, you might not want to wear stripes. However, stripes can be a really great look. So, if you're not interested in being like everybody else, but you still want to be able to wear some stripes once in a while, here are some cool, unexpected ways to wear them.

Look 1: This romper is everything! This look is very minimalistic, and super easy to just throw on. It's simple, but it can keep you looking polished and put-together. Although this outfit is lacking in color, the accessories are awesome and keep the outfit interesting, while keeping the minimalistic and cool vibes.

Items: Adidas Originals Superstar W (White/Black/White)Women's Classic Shoes, MCM Stark classic mini backpack, rag & bone FloppyBrim Fedora, SheIn(sheinside) Spaghetti Strap Vertical Striped White, HeidiKlum Intimates A Corps Perdu lace, silk-georgette, Dior So Real Split LensMirrored Sunglasses

Look 2: Nasty gals all over the world: This outfit is for YOU! This look has a more subtle stripe pattern; which is just enough to draw the eye, and add some dimension to the look. Also, this newsboy cap is everything right now. It adds such cool vibes to this look, and is a fashionable accessory that can be worn with so many different things, and is super versatile. Adding a cool hat like this can make an outfit look a little bit more edgy, while still looking effortless. 

Items: Forever 21 Women's No Hate Cropped Tee, ThomBrowne Slash Front Bow Skirt, TOPSHOP ROSCHA High Heel Sandals, CambridgeSatchel Small Portrait Backpack, Eugenia Kim Elyse Camel Hair & LeatherMarine Cap, Barn's 'Diva Frame' sunglasses, NAAMA Black Agate Heart Choker, DavidYurman Cable Wrap Earrings with Diamonds

Look 3: This outfit incorporates layers, and a bit of color, to make the look a little bit more interesting. Pair a striped top with a colorful skirt, then add a motorcycle jacket and sneakers to toughen up the outfit. Mixing in girly and boyish elements can create a really cool vibe to an otherwise boring trend. Another cool thing about this top is that it has beaded detailing down the side, which also adds in a new unexpected element to this look. 

Items: TopShop Petite Luxe Leather Biker Jacket, J.Crew Three-Quarter Sleeve Beaded Sailor-Striped T-Shirt, Chevron Print MiniSkirt, POCHETTE DETTAGLIO METALLICO, Zara Stones And Feathers Necklace, Nike'Blazer' Vintage High Top Basketball Sneaker, Zara Sunglasses WithTortoiseshell Frame And Metallic Arms

Look 4: If you're going for a more laid-back vibe, this is the perfect outfit for you! This is a great look for running errands, or even for going to the airport. This look is casual, and effortlessly cool.

Items: TopShop Leather Biker Jacket, Women'sTopshop Moto Destroyed Boyfriend Jeans, TOPSHOP Premium Large Leather DuffleBag, TopShop Hurley Cut-Out Flat Sandals, TOPSHOP Metal Preppy Round Sunglasses, Kain Saffron striped twill camisole

Look 5: This is a classic Parisian style look. It's so cute and simple. The best part of this outfit are the accessories. It's all very chic, and whimsical. 

Items: LUCLUC Two-piece Black White Strips MidiShort, Madrid Hat by Something Special, Smoke & Mirrors Sugarman Sunglasses, Orla Kiely Punched Climbing Daisy Olivia Crossbody, Zara Flat Shoes With AnkleStrap

Look 6: This look is inspired by Miley Cyrus. I love these stripped pants because they are a very cool, and different way to wear stripes. Plus, the vertical stripes also have a slimming effect -- who wouldn't love that?! This outfit is so cozy, but the accessories make this look a little bit more polished.

Items: Acne Studios Mohair Turtle Neck, BlackAnd White Striped Leggings, Phillip Lim Quill Mini Black Bucket Bag Goop, Dr.Martens Disc 8-Tie Boot Women's Lace-up Boots, Larsson & Jennings LäderWatch, Coco Black Cat-Eye Sunglasses, TOPSHOP **Pizza Queen iPhone 5c Case

Look 7: Last, but certainly not least is a mix and match look. Mixing and matching horizontal and vertical stripes is a great way to spice up a boring outfit. Plus, adding unusual, or unique accessories, like the pineapple clutch, is a great way to show more of your personality.

Items: TOPSHOP Stripe Shell Top, MoschinoVintage Striped Mini Skirt, Kate Spade New York Wing It Tally Leather Clutch, Pre-ownedChanel Butterfly Sunglasses, Michael Kors Bardot High Heels

Hope these outfits have given you some inspiration for your next look. Don't forget to let me know what you think of these outfits, and let me know if there are any styles/trends you're wanting to see!