One of the things I look for in a wardrobe is the ability to mix and match my pieces. By doing this, I can afford to splurge on some really crazy items, like floral combat boots and really great quality items like a nice camel coat.
I am totally in love with stripes. They’re my boo. No really. If I have a choice of patterns, I almost always choose stripes. it’s almost instinctive. I’m showing you three different ways to wear a striped shirt. Why? Because no one wants to wear the same ol’ same ol’ day in and day out.
3 Totally Unexpected Ways to Wear a Striped Shirt
Links may be affiliate links. All of the items used are from Nordstrom.
We’re starting with a striped hi-lo striped tee from Nordstrom. It’s a little longer in the back than it is in the front, and is so cute. Oh, and it’s only $18.
This look is really casual. Casual chic. This is one of the major ways to wear a striped shirt for most of us, right? Just pair it with jeans and mmmaaayyyyybbbbbeeeee a scarf and head out. There’s nothing wrong with that!
Striped Shirt ($18) + Black Leggings ($49) + Ballet Flat Skimmers (similar, $79) + Tooled leather Crossbody Bag (similar, $129) + Fringe Trim Infinity Scarf ($20, available in 7 colors)
Next up is something that’s a little different. It’s sort of a combination of mixing patterns – which is a-ok to do. This is a major way of dressing up your basic striped tee. By pairing it with a floral pencil skirt, and some pumps, it elevates the tee to a new level.
Striped Shirt ($18) + Ellen Tracy Floral Pencil Skirt ($90) + Vince Camuto Kain Pump in Love Affair Leather($98, similar to that shown) + Halogen Clutch ($49) + Anne Klein Stone Frontal Necklace ($38, similar to that shown)
Finally, we have a upscale, preppy ways to wear a striped shirt. This is paired with a great pair of jeans and a blazer. It adds that little sumtin sumtin that’s so chic. Pair it with some fabulous loafers, and you’re good to go. It’s a timeless chic look.
Striped Shirt ($18) + Wit & Wisdom Jeans ($68) + Caslon Shawl Collar Blazer ($35) + Fossil Perforated Leather Belt ($34) + Topshop Shiver loafers ($30)
This is just three ways to wear a striped shirt and mix it up. What’s your favorite way to style a striped tee?
For more fall fashion and beauty posts, visit a few of my favorite bloggers:
- 3 ingredient homemade facial toner DIY recipe by The Socialite’s Closet
- Affordable cozy fall sweaters by Pretty Opinionated
- Your holiday makeup guide by My Kids Guide
- Fall trends – ponchos and capes for girls by Sweet Lil You
- Embrace your inner lumberjack – mad for plaid by Day by Day in Our World
- How to wear ankle boots with jeans by Philzendia
- Nordstrom mix and match wardrobe for fall by How Was Your Day?
All very cute styles. I think I like the one with the black jeans the best.
I love striped shirts.
I love all these looks! I never would have thought to pair it with a floral skirt, but it looks GREAT!
I really like striped shirts too! I love how you paired them all up here.
Wow, I never realized how versatile a striped tee could be! I love the first look the most and could totally see me sporting it in the fall or spring!