When it comes to clothes, I like classic items much more than trendy ones. Classic basics are the best items to spend your money on because they never go out of style and they’re very versatile, meaning you will definitely get your money’s worth. One of my favorite options is a striped shirt – which, if you’re familiar with this column, shouldn’t surprise you. I include a striped shirt in almost every style tips post I write.
Now, I’m sure you’ve heard the old fashion rule about wearing stripes, which is that they’re not flattering unless you’re slim. I’ve heard that stripes look bad on girls with big boobs, that plus-size girls can’t wear stripes, and that stripes will make just about anyone look more wide. To all that I say, hush. Striped shirts are the best, and when styled correctly, will look amazing on anyone who wears them, size be damned.
Don’t believe me? Just check out these outfit inspiration posts below to see how striped shirts can go with just about anything. If you don’t already own one, but one. Here are 20 style tips on how to wear a striped shirt in the winter:
1. Pair your striped shirt with a bright scarf and cardigan to stay cozy. This is a simple look that will always be chic.
2. Wrap a blanket scarf around you over your striped shirt and belt it. This mix of prints is really fun and perfect for winter.
3. Wear your shirt tucked into a maxi skirt with a cardigan – it looks even better with a belt to nip it all in.
4. Keep things simple with a cardigan, jeans, and boots. Adding a statement necklace is the easiest way to make this stand out.
5. Wear your striped shirt under a plaid shirt. You can tie it like this, or just leave it open.
6. If you want to go for a more casual princess vibe, wear your striped shirt with a tulle skirt and add a denim jacket.
7. A striped shirt under overalls looks SO cute and whimsical. The sandals are obviously more for summer, but add ankle boots or heels to make this work for winter.
8. Let the sleeves and neck of a striped shirt peek out from under your coziest sweater. Winter layering at it’s finest!
9. Don’t be afraid to mix your stripes with a fun pattern, like this anchor skirt.
10. A puffy vest looks so perfect over a striped shirt.
11. Wear your striped shirt with boyfriend jeans for a casual outfit. Adding a blazer makes this look more polished.
12. A classic, super chic look is to wear your striped shirt with high-waisted shorts and tights. So Parisian!
13. Don’t be afraid to mix prints. This striped shirt looks great with this polka dot blazer. The trick is to pick the same color scheme.
14. Go for a black and white look by wearing your shirt with black jeans and a black blazer or leather jacket.
15. A fur vest over your shirt will keep you cozy and look super glam.
16. Pair your shirt with a colored skater skirt, a bright scarf, tights, and ankle booties. So easy and cute!
17. This off-the-shoulder striped shirt with wide-leg jeans and a cute hat has such a great ’70s vibe to it.
18. Keep it cozy with a denim jacket and a knit scarf.
19. Add a leopard scarf and a military jacket for a great casual look that is still really put together.
20. Add oxford shoes, a skirt, a blazer, a statement necklace, and a hat. It seems like a lot, but it really works.
