Striped shirt
The striped shirt is a classic in every man's wardrobe, and is available in all colours and different stripe widths. Striped shirts are particularly suited for a larger frame as they have a slimming effect.
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The history of stripes
In the Middle Ages, stripes were associated with the lower social class and more marginal professions. From the 17th century, stripes became a pattern that appeared in other professional categories such as among valets or soldiers. It eventually became mainstream and found its place in fashion and men's wardrobes in the 19th century. Today, it can be found in all forms.
The striped shirt is a classic in any man's wardrobe and comes in all colors and stripe widths. Striped shirts have the advantage of elongating one's silhouette and are particularly suitable for people with a slightly fuller figure. We therefore recommend choosing a shirt with finer stripes if you want to slim and lengthen your silhouette. Otherwise, you can opt for shirts with wider stripes which will give you a more casual look.
Style tips
From a stylistic point of view, striped shirts are not always easy to pair well. Here are some tips to create the right look. If you choose to wear a striped shirt for a formal outfit, you should opt for fine stripes in sky blue. Brighter colors such as red or pink are made for a more casual look.
Here are two outfit examples: for the office, wear a gray suit with a white and sky blue reverse-collar shirt with very fine stripes. To accessorize, choose a black leather belt and a pair of patent black dress shoes. For a completely different setting, imagine meeting friends for lunch by the seaside during vacation. Wear white bermuda shorts, flip-flops or sneakers, and put on your finest white and red wide-striped mandarin collar shirt, worn loosely over the shorts.
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To select a shirt that will enhance your silhouette, here are the key points:
-Vertical stripes to elongate the silhouette;
-Horizontal stripes to widen;
-Thin stripes to slim a larger frame;
-Wider stripes to add volume to a slim figure;
-Regular spacing for professional style.
The key to a successful outfit lies in balancing elements:
-Favor solid-colored garments for harmony;
-Solid suit for professional style;
-Jeans for a casual look;
-Solid pants in grey, navy, or beige;
-Casual version: rolled sleeves, open collar.
To avoid pairing mistakes, follow these guidelines:
-Avoid patterns similar to the shirt's stripes;
-Prefer coordinated solid ties;
-Choose different-sized patterns;
-Bold option: contrasting polka dots or florals;
-Match with the shirt's colors.
Timeless color combinations that have proven successful:
-Blue and white for office wear;
-Black and white for formal occasions;
-Pink and white for casual wear;
-Grey and white for versatility;
-Purple or burgundy for originality.
Each fabric has its own characteristics depending on intended use:
-Cotton poplin for versatility;
-Oxford for casual style;
-Twill for formal occasions;
-Cotton-polyester for practicality;
-Fine cotton for summer.