The Spring 2016 Guide to Every Single Stripe

By Priya Rao
Mar 10, 2016 @ 4:00 pm

Stripes stormed the spring/summer 2016 runways in every style you can possibly imagine—some ran horizontal while others vertical; there were thick lines and super skinny ones, too. At Ralph Lauren, asymmetric blue-and-white stripes lined a strapless evening gown, while at Salvatore Ferragamo, stripes went in every direction in bold hues. Clearly, these stripes went far beyond the classic navy-and-white nautical ones we all know and love, but they absolutely have just as much statement-making appeal. Get a head start on the trend with this primer on all the different stripes that will be hitting stores this season.

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Horizontal 

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At Missoni, Tommy Hilfiger, and Max Mara, broad colorful stripes came in the form of duster cardigans, bodysuits, and knit dresses. Balance the clingy nature of these bodycon pieces with a casual sneaker. 

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Vertical

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At Dior and Prada, bold vertical stripes offered a graphic touch to polished office-friendly separates, but at Dolce & Gabbana thinner lines had a pajama-esque feel on a long shirtdress and pants. 

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Asymmetric

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Stripes don't necessarily have to walk a straight and narrow path. Case in point: The lines at Gucci, Stella McCartney, and Ralph Lauren were artfully asymmetric. At Gucci, rainbow-colored metallic stripes came in the form of a pleated skirt, while Stella McCartney's two-toned stripes were sporty and casual. And at Ralph Lauren, the print was elevated with glam evening gowns.

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Every Which Way

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For a bolder look, go for stripes that zig zag every which way, as seen on the Salvatore Ferragamo and No. 21 runways.

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