Spring Trend Watch: Sailor Stripes

By Francesca Claybrook


Winter is officially over, so it’s time to leave the heavy coats behind and start thinking lighter.  One trend that’s already emerged for the spring is the iconic sailor stripe that always makes me think of France.  The BCBGMaxAzria top pictured above is the most classic version of the sailor stripe:  a navy and white long sleeve tee.

J.Crew is the perfect stop for these stylish stripes, because they have them in every style imaginable.  In addition to the cardigan pictured, they carry stripes on short sleeved tees, long sleeved tees, unisex tees, blazers, and hoodies – and in a variety of colors as well.

Piperlime.com carries this cute Marc by Marc Jacobs striped dress that can easily be covered up with a light jacket during the cooler spring months and then used as is throughout the summer (could you possibly ask for a more perfect dress for the Fourth of July?)

Although these stripes are classically navy blue and white, there’s no reason to restrict yourself to exclusively to those colors.  This French Connection dress does come in navy and white, but I also like it in the red and white stripes.   Plus, the long sleeves are great for chilly spring evenings.

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