Parasol striped trousers are the perfect way to fast track your wardrobe into summer. So versatile, you can wear them everywhere from work to weekends at the beach, and with every shade of the rainbow available, you can choose your colour to match your mood.
From classic, low-key blue to ‘notice me’ red and chic, fashion forward brown, which stripe pant personality are you?
Here, our fashion director shares her top tip tips on styling the it trousers of the summer…
Playful Off-Duty
Red stripes give off-duty, relaxed and fun vibes, so try styling them with a dark denim shirt and ankle strap espadrilles.
Massimo Dutti Fringe leather bag
Castaner Canvas espadrilles
Pretty Smart
Blue and white is the easiest stripe to wear; they don’t feel that far from a pair of jeans so they’re a great way to try the trend if you’re a bit unsure. Give them a Seventies, romantic edge, and style with an opulent lace blouse and wooden platform sandals.
&Other Stories Ruffled lace blouse
Boden Westbourne linen trousers
Massimo Dutti raffia tote bag
John Lewis leather platform sandals
Elegant at the Beach
Brown striped trousers work well with neutrals like cream, stone and lemon. Add organic raffia accessories and shell jewellery for a cool castaway twist.
Kitri striped satin trousers
Arket wide brim straw hat
Sam Edelman buckle slide sandals
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