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The Three Ways Stripes Are Showing Up This Season
Max Mara Coat (old, similar here, here and here), Le Bop Sweater, Bottega Veneta Skirt (old, similar here and here), Gucci Boots (old, similar here and here), Hermes Bag (similar here), Bottega Veneta Sunglasses
Stripes are forever a classic. A blue-and-white cotton poplin shirt is a weekend staple, and a Breton knit will always have its place. This season, though, the pattern feels broader in scope. It’s not limited to crisp navy and white or traditional nautical references. New color combinations and bolder scales make stripes feel less expected and far more versatile. Even if you don’t typically gravitate toward them, there’s a version that feels right now. Below, three ways stripes are showing up this spring, each with a slightly different approach.
The Maximalist Mix
Pattern layered on pattern, with intention. Combine different stripe widths or directions while keeping the palette related so the look stays unified. A wide chevron against a fine linear stripe, or a bold sweater styled with a graphic skirt, where the interest comes from contrast in proportion and rhythm.
Stripes as Accent
Introduced selectively rather than worn all over. A striped hair clip or claw, a statement bag, or flats that slip on with ease. These subtle additions add dimension to an otherwise pared-back outfit.
The Rugby Revival
Heavier horizontal bands, structured plackets, slightly oversized cuts. The rugby-inspired stripe brings a sport influence that feels sharp when styled with denim, a full midi, or structured outerwear. It skews polished rather than coastal.
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Barefoot in Bloom
Outfit Details: Julia Amory Dress, SPRWMN Bikini, Janessa Leone Hat, Amazon Sunglasses
Florals look different by the water than they do at a garden party. They get brighter, looser, sunnier — the kind of blooms that belong with bare feet and salt air. They show up embroidered on a caftan, covering a swimsuit, or crawling up a linen matching set.
I like to keep the styling light from there, leaning on pieces with natural texture to compliment the print or motif. A woven bag, a flat sandal, a piece of shell jewelry, an easy hair accessory.
It’s floral dressing with more freedom, made for sun-filled plans built around color, texture, and bare feet.
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Retro Twist on Summer Dressing
Pucci Dress, Dries Van Noten Heels, Chanel Bag, Deszo Necklace
I’ve found myself naturally gravitating toward the glamour of 60s and 70s resort dressing, when vacation style felt more expressive and playful, tied to a more carefree way of getting dressed. Catching my eye are pieces with a retro twist that feels like a wink, not a full costume: Pucci-inspired prints and Etro-style paisleys, alongside crochet florals, boldly colored beads, and modular accessories. Together they channel that effortless allure in a way that feels nostalgic but still current, adding just enough character to make summer dressing more memorable.
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Wedding Guest Dresses for a Tropical Setting
Outfit Details:
Rosie Assoulin Dress, Ferragamo Heels, Cordera Bag
Dressing for a tropical wedding weekend is its own kind of search. The right dress doesn’t always show up right away — it has to feel special enough to fit amongst the setting, joyful enough to honor the celebration, and light enough to actually work in the heat. A few different things have to land at once, and it’s worth taking the time to get them all right.
These are the guest dresses catching my eye for weekends where the backdrop is palm trees, sunset skies, and the sound of the ocean. Sunny yellows, citron sequins, shades of ocean blue, and sunset hues all feel right here. Printed silks and sheer capes earn their place too, elegant and considered without the weight of something that would leave you overheated by the first toast.
The best options feel polished enough for a special occasion while still holding onto that joyful, easy feeling a tropical destination naturally invokes.
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