A stripe shirt is acknowledged as a forever staple for many. It has been reimagined, and deconstructed and reworked by many designers. But the OG stripe shirt lives on as one of the must haves in everyones wardrobes. It is a classic in my wardrobe and is the ultimate styling tool for me. My favourite iteration comes from With Nothing Underneath, as I love the width and placement of the blue and white stripes, and the perfectly oversized fit. However, there are plenty of striped shirt options out there that suit every budget.
To show you just how versatile and worthwhile a striped shirt can be, I'm showcasing some of the ways I regularly style mine, from classic combinations to a fun injection of colour and patterns, with a potent a mixture of textures, too. Scroll on to see how to style a striped shirt.
My Go-To Blue Stripe Shirt
This is my favourite stripe shirt, but I'll pepper in some other options you can shop throughout the feature.
1. Blazer + Jeans
Style Notes: You can never go wrong with a shirt styled with your favourite jeans, which you can instantly smarten up with a blazer. It is such an easy look for a casual day in the office or even a night out, once you pop on a pair of sparkly shoes.
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Frankie Shop tailoring continues to get better and better this season.
Zara has the ideal Oxford striped shirt if you're on a budget.
These straight-leg jeans come in an array of sizes.
The shoes every fashion influencer wants to own.
2. Jumper + Midi Skirt
Style Notes: I love the return of the longer denim skirts we're seeing; it's a real throwback. I've played around with styling my shirt with a white denim skirt and a cosy cream knit to cream to create a winter whites look. To add a little bit of a edge to the outfit, I've paired it up with loafers instead of, say, ballerina flats.
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The fuzzy texture on this jumper sets it apart from the rest.
Trust me, you'll have this in your wardrobe for years to come.
White denim needn't be reserved for summer—this midi will look cool paired with sheer black tights and heels for winter nights out.
When it comes to chunky loafers, it's got to be Prada.
3. Silk Trousers + Slingbacks
Style Notes: This is the perfect Sunday outfit in my option. A shirt styled with some silky trousers and a cosy knit for extra comfort. There is nothing too complicated about this look; just piling on your favourites and making an easy but elevated 'fit. This is why we all need to invest in some good quality classics that can be added together time and time again to create loads of different outfits.
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Another easy addition to your autumn wardrobe (and your Zara basket).
If you want a richer blue, this Monki shirt ticks the box.
So many designers are doing silk trousers this season, but my favourites come from H&M.
Slingbacks are having a major moment for autumn/winter 2022.
4. Miniskirt + Chunky Boots
Style Notes: Do not be scared to style up your striped shirt with another pattern! It might not be the obvious choice but I love to pair it up with a floral or ikat skirt and some boots for a little night out look.
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The ideal size and weight for wrapping around your shoulders.
No need to size up—this is already perfectly oversized.
I have my eye on this skirt.
Come rain or shine, these are the boots I'll reach for this season.
5. Wide-Leg Trousers + Gold Jewellery
Style Notes: White trousers for me are such an elegant evening staple. I roll up my sleeves all the way to my elbows (fold the sleeve at the elbow point and then roll up and fold) so that way you can see my jewellery, such as my Daphine bangles. I love pairing a shirt with some floaty trousers to give that relaxed look—think the The Row vibes!
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I also love the fit of this striped shirt.
My best looks feature these stacking bangles.
See what I mean about H&M's silk trousers? Just wow.
I get so much wear out of my two-tone shoes, this Zara pair is a no-brainer for me.
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