As a wardrobe staple, the humble striped shirt stands out with its versatility and effortless style. The classic blue and white striped shirt reigns supreme, seamlessly transitioning from office wear to beach cover-ups. Its versatility extends to its pairings, complementing barrel leg jeans, wide leg trousers, and cut-off denim shorts with equal grace. Layering it under sweaters or draping it over shoulders taps into the current preppy trend.
Instagram is awash with stylish renditions of the striped shirt, artfully tucked into satin midi skirts or paired with this season’s sleeper hit, the boxer short. Oversized fits over classic white tees, adorned with chunky gold necklaces, create a chic and contemporary look. Matching pajama-style trousers or ‘boxer’ shorts in complementary stripes maintain a casual vibe, enhanced by white tank tops and chunky thong leather sandals. Raffia accessories further elevate this ensemble.
Meghan Markle’s timeless 2018 Wimbledon look epitomizes the effortless chic of a striped shirt. Paired with wide-leg white trousers and cream accessories, her now-iconic look showcased the shirt’s versatility and sophistication. The affordability of striped shirts adds to their appeal. Prices range from £10 to £79, allowing for investment at various levels. However, this shirt transcends seasonal trends, solidifying its status as a wardrobe essential.
M&S offers a bargain blue and white striped shirt made from 100% cotton, retailing at £3.99. Boden’s classic wide stripe shirt in crisp cotton comes in petite and regular fits, priced at £55. New Look’s oversized fit shirt in lighter blue stripes is available for £32. H&M’s 100% cotton shirt in a smarter poplin material is priced at £18.99. Stradivarius offers a matching striped shirt and trouser set for a cool and coordinated look at £22.99. Zara’s popular striped shirt comes in a slightly alternative design and is available for £29.99. River Island’s bold blue and white striped shirt leans into the block stripe trend, retailing at £15. Hush’s striped shirt, with its relaxed fit and dropped shoulders, bridges casual and smart styles, priced at £79. Mango’s unique ‘painted’ style striped shirt, paired with matching shorts, is available for £29.99.
