There’s a bevy of stripes happening for Spring 2017. Stripes are popping up on dresses, tops, pants, shoes, bags-you get the picture-pretty much EVERYTHING. Stripes can be super slimming when worn the right way but pick the wrong stripe and you may end up looking 10 pounds heavier and I have NEVER met a woman on this planet that wants that! Here are some simple stripe rules to remember:..
Remember thin stripes have a SLIMMING effect.
Photo courtesy of Alexis/Moda Operandi
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Wide stripes and horizontal stripes make an area appear the same aka wider/larger.
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Stripes that swirl around the body keep the eye moving and depending on the drape of the fabric can be slimming and uber chic.
Image Courtesy of Donna Karan Resort 2017
When in doubt and you need a pop of print try sporting a stripe printed bag or shoe.
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Open Toe Heel No. 21 courtesy of Revolve.com
Today’s “Stripe Story” courtesy of the ever fabulous Ralph Lauren (Spring 2016 collection).
