For the Love of Stripes

Some Like It Hot

Monroe managed to make just about everything she wore look sexy—and stripes were no exception.

Some Like It Hot

Channel the bombshell in a striped body-con number that looks best paired with opaque black tights.

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French Dressing

The classic striped nautical top was never worn better than by Jean Seberg in the stylish '60s film Breathless.

French Dressing

Bring the chic French flair to any look with a slouchy striped top.

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Class Act

In a striped button-down, Grace Kelly exuded effortless sophistication and style.

Class Act

A silk blouse with narrow, vertical stripes is destined to become a wardrobe staple.

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Golden Girl

Actress Catherine Deneuve dons an embellished striped gown for the Cannes Film Festival in 1966.

Golden Girl

Stripes work for an evening affair as well, particularly with a form-fitting sheath of shimmering sequins.

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She's a Lady

British model Jean Shrimpton posed in a wide-striped feminine dress that was the perfect mix of sporty and sweet.

She's a Lady

Steal her look with this modern-day version of the striped sundress.

SHOP NOW: Camilla and Marc Bastille striped crepe dress, $560

Disco Fever

In 1983, the legendary Diana Ross paired stripes with stripes for a Staying Alive bash.

Disco Fever

Shimmy your stripes onto the dance floor in a pair of high-waist skintight jeans with retro rock-star style.

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Slumber Party

Take a cue from Italian screen siren Sophia Loren and don the trend even while lounging around.

Slumber Party

These silky, slim-cut PJs offer a classic, sophisticated take on sleepwear.

SHOP NOW: Juicy Couture striped shirt and pants, $98 and $78

Game On

Get an effortlessly athletic look a la Peggy Lipton with a wide-stripe cotton top done in shades of tomboy blue.

Game On

Thanks to traditional rugby shirts, wider stripes feel immediately sporty.

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Ready to Rock

In the early '80s, Debbie Harry made preppy stripes more punk.

Ready to Rock

Pair your stripes with a lightweight distressed top that's perfect for layering over a colorful tank—and keeping you cool on the dance floor.

SHOP NOW: Nasty Gal shredded stripes knit, $41

Boho Sleek

Black-and-white stripes add some graphic appeal to a flowy shape, as seen on Jacqueline Bissett back in '68.