As soon as the cool breeze of fall hits, I'm climbing into my neutrals, but after surveying the scene at fashion month, the idea of introducing something that feels just a bit different this season sounds enticing. One morning this week, I threw on a striped sweater instead of my usual cream knit in a rush to get dressed and felt something inside of me shift. It instantly made my outfit feel more alive—as if I'd spent more time getting ready even though I truly hadn't. It's been the easiest way I've upgraded a simple look so far this season.
Stripes are having a major moment this season on and off the runways, but not in the obvious way you might expect. Sleek knits, unexpected color combinations, and even crisp shirting have given this classic print a grown-up twist. Here's why I've fully converted and how you can fall in love with stripes too.
This rugby-inspired sweater paired with tailored shorts is a master class in transitional dressing. It's equal parts sporty and chic, making it ideal for those unpredictable in-between days.
It doesn't get more classic than this. A cozy striped knit, straight-leg jeans, and kitten heels create that perfect mix of relaxed and polished. It's the kind of outfit you throw on for a Central Park day and somehow look impossibly chic.
This look highlights my favorite way to wear stripes this season—with a mix of punchy colors. The combination of yellow stripes and cherry red feels fresh and retro at once. The ideal color palette would always be this fun.
Layering a bold red corset over a classic striped long-sleeve tee is the kind of styling twist that instantly wakes up your wardrobe. It's playful, unexpected, and proof that stripes can be just as statement making as they are timeless.
Stripes get an office-to-outing upgrade with a crisp button-down layered over a wrap skirt or sleek leather trousers. It's giving "fashion editor dashes out to lunch" energy in the best way.
Shop my favorite striped pieces:
Ordering this while it's still warm enough to wear it.
I love a polo.
I'm obsessed with this color combination.
It's the bell sleeves for me.
The definition of retro.
The ultimate layering piece.
This top and jeans are all you need to look cool.
I love a matching set.
All the vintage vibes.
This polo might be the best thing I've seen all day.
Throwing in a tie here because why not?
The corduroy collar is a nice touch.
My dream sweater, cute.
This tied around the waist would be perfection.
Valentino knows how to do a good knit.
I'd wear this from the office to dinner and everywhere in between.
This color combination is everything.
This just arrived at my doorstep.
I'm so here for this.
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