STRIPES ON STRIPES

Stripes never go out of style, and this season they're big and they're bold. We're talking monochrome all the way, more is most definitely more and everyone can get involved. The fashionistas are taking stripes to the tailors and suiting and booting the look. Street style sees stripe upon stripe with layering to the max. No matter how you want to stripe it there really is something out there for everyone. 

My Look

Remember though fashion doesn't always have to be about buying 'new' things, especially when it comes to trends like the trusty stripe. The shirt I am wearing here is last years H&M (see below for current alternatives). With black and white stripes coming back on the radar in such a big way for Autumn/Winter I couldn't not get this one out. My trick when shopping my wardrobe is to mix and match older pieces with new season accessories. Enter the bag of dreams....I absolutely adore the colour of this bag and the design I personally think looks a lot more expensive than it is, expect to see a lot more of this over on my instagram.  

90's Metal Round Sunglasses in Gold  ASOS  £12.00

Cherry True Bucket Bag  Topshop  £29.00

Striped Shirt (old) H&M  see below for similar

Jeans  H&M  similar here

Loafers (old)  Topshop  similar here

Striped Shirt with 3/4 Length Sleeves  Stradivarius  £12.99

Two Tone Striped Front Pockets Curved Hem Blouse  SheIn  £12.34

Striped Kitten Heel Slingbacks  Topshop  £39.00

Spot & Stripe Mid Wrap Dress  Topshop  £52.00

Humbug Stripe Knot Front Shift Dress  Topshop  £46.00

Long-Sleeved Top  H&M  £12.99

Of course everyone loves a bit of retail therapy so why not treat yourself to something new. And where better to start than this fab midi dress from Topshop. I love the spot/stripe print and would be styling it for everyday wear with trainers and a leather biker jacket. For a real 'fashun' vibe these kitten heels have got a little bit of Dior about them and for less than £40, that can't be bad! Wear with a basic outfit of jeans, tee and a blazer for an everyday look. To dress them up after dark I would love to see them with an all red outfit. 

Humbug Striped Jacket  Topshop  £65.00

Humbug Stripe Slouch Trousers  Topshop  £50.00

High Neck Stripe Dress  Y.A.S @ ASOS  £48.00

Vertical Stripe Longline Cardigan  Topshop  £46.00

Original White Gazelle Super Trainers  Adidas @ ASOS  £80.00

The striped co-ord suit; perfect together in the day with a band tee and trainers (if you really want to grab attention at the supermarket) or worn with leather boots for a smarter look. If you're not wanting to shout quite so loudly though the pieces can always be worn on there own and still look just as good. See below for more blazer options.

Humbug Stripe Reworked Bardot Shirt  Topshop  £20.00 (was£32.00)

Striped Print Leather Bucket Bag  Zara  £119.00

Paige Stripe Tailored Blazer  Boohoo  £18.00

White Dial IP Black Mesh & Rose Gold Watch  Olivia Burton  £92.00

White Striped Gathered Sleeve Blazer  Missguided  £35.00

Striped Sweater  Zara  £17.99

Striped Kimono  Zara  £79.99

Faux Pearl Studded Top  Zara  £25.99

This Striped Sweater from Zara is perfect for everyone, no matter your age or size, a vertical stripe and a loose fit is inclusive to all. Wear with a fitted trouser to show off your legs or for a really comfy, casual look wear with wide leg cropped trousers and pointed shoes.  

Stripe Box Clutch Bag  ASOS  £25.00

Striped Mock Neck Ribbed Dress  Pins & Needles @ Urban Outfitters  £36.00

Striped Shirt-Style Tunic  Zara  £29.99

Black Stripe Print Tie Waist Tapered Trousers  River Island  £38.00

Striped Pom Pom Drop Earrings  SheIn  £3.86

Don't let the stripes pass you buy this season. Remember to buy pieces you love and know you will get out year after year to always make the most out of your wardrobe. 

Street Style

Kelly Lou

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