Striped Shirts Are Always In, But Not *This* In—These 28 Will Make Every Outfit Cool

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@hannamw and @nlmarilyn wearing striped shirts.
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When you think of striped shirts, and more specifically, striped T-shirts, an array of things might come to mind. On one end, there's the Breton, a shirt style that began as a uniform in the French military before becoming a fashion mainstay worn by Brigitte Bardot and Audrey Hepburn. It's since transformed again into a favored wardrobe item among preps, lining the shores of Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. Baggier striped shirts with more complicated color schemes tend to lean more childish than "sophisticated," with a sort of playground feel that's been adopted by designers like Miuccia Prada, who enjoy the youthful look and embrace the creative opportunities it provides. Think striped Miu Miu tube tops styled over clashing oversize tees with a polo underneath for added texture. Though simple in theory, striped shirts contain multitudes, and right now, fashion is leaning on their versatility in new and interesting ways, making them one of the most sought-after tops money can buy.

In addition to being spotted on runways, I'm seeing striped T-shirts all over my Instagram feed, styled with sleek jeans and suede handbags at European airports, in luxury dressing rooms paired with Bermuda shorts and flat sandals, and casually on the streets of London, worn with boxer shorts and lace-trim skirts. They're paired with flip-flops, sneakers, and Chanel ballet flats, further proving the limitless style potential a centuries-old style like the striped T-shirt contains when you know what to do with it.

Ahead, you'll see for yourself the staying power of the striped T-shirt. Find our favorite ways to style the staple in 2025 (and beyond) and shop the coolest versions on the market.

@hannamw wearing a striped YSL top and jeans.

(Image credit: @hannamw)

Get the look: Striped shirt + dark-wash, distressed jeans + two-tone ballet flats + suede handbag

@lauravidrequin wearing a striped navy T-shirt with a cream lace-trim skirt and flip-flops.

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Get the look: Oversize long-sleeve striped T-shirt + lace-trim skirt + flip-flops

@nlmarilyn wearing a green striped Miu Miu T-shirt with Bermuda shorts and flat sandals.

(Image credit: @nlmarilyn)

Get the look: Long-sleeve striped T-shirt + Bermuda shorts + flat sandals

@lindatol_ wearing a striped long-sleeve shirt with boxer shorts.

(Image credit: @lindatol_)

Get the look: Long-sleeve striped T-shirt + boxer shorts

@annabelrosendahl wearing a striped rugby sweater with trousers.

(Image credit: @annabelrosendahl)

Get the look: Striped polo shirt + trousers + top-handle handbag

@brittanybathgate wearing a Breton stripe T-shirt with a white skirt and flats.

(Image credit: @brittanybathgate)

Get the look: Oversize striped T-shirt + white skirt + loafers

@lucywilliams02 wearing a striped rugby shirt with a tan sweater and trousers.

(Image credit: @lucywilliams02)

Get the look: Striped rugby shirt + cashmere sweater + wide-leg pants

Eliza Huber
Eliza Huber
Associate Editorial Director

Eliza Huber is currently the Associate Editorial Director atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing . She joined the company in 2021 as a fashion editor after starting her career as a writer at Refinery29, where she worked for four years. During her time at WWW, she launched Go Sports, the publication's sports vertical, and published four (and counting) quarterly issues tied to the WNBA, Formula One, and more. She also created two franchises, Let's Get a Room and Ways to Wear; profiled Dakota Fanning, Diane Kruger, Katie Holmes, Gracie Abrams, and Sabrina Carpenter for WWW's monthly cover features; and reported on new seasonal trends, up-and-coming designers, and Replica Handbags .