Bold, brilliant stripes graced the runways at Marc by Marc Jacobs, Proenza Schouler, and J.Crew, which inspired us to create a fun DIY around this playful print! Today, we're showing you how to make a vibrant striped clutch that is easy to make and stylish to wear. All you need is a clutch, spray paint, and masking tape — simple, right?
Summer Trend: Solid Stripes and Brights!
Stripes have long been a wardrobe essential among the fashion-forward set, and this season proves no exception to said sartorial standards. Jil Sander, Tory Burch, Marc Jacobs, and Sonia Rykiel all featured this preppy print on their Spring runways, updating it with vibrant hues and contrasts. Watch our video to see three savvy new ways to play with this pattern! On Allison: Alice + Olivia dress from Shopbop.com
Weekend Shopping: Classic Stripes Under $100

Is there a woman in the world who doesn't love stripes? If so, we'd like to meet her. They've been spotted on everyone from Audrey Hepburn and Jean Seberg to current stars like Michelle Williams and Nicky Hilton. Stripes add bold, sporty, and crisp appeal to any outfit, look fabulous with everything from a sequin skirt to jeans and sandals, and they don't have to be an investment — unless you're lusting after Jil Sander's Spring collection like we are. We found a bounty of crisp, classic striped pieces, from dresses to tops, all under $100. Just click our widget to shop.
FabSugarTV: How To Wear Bold Stripes!
Stripes have long been a wardrobe essential among the fashion-forward set, and this season proves no exception to said sartorial standards. Jil Sander, Tory Burch, Marc Jacobs and Sonia Rykiel all featured this peppy print on their spring runways, updating it with vibrant hues and contrasting strokes. Watch our video to see three savvy new ways to play with this pattern! On Allison: Alice + Olivia dress from Shopbop.com
Inspired: Nicole Richie's Fashion-Week Stripes
It was pretty unanimous that Fab's readers loved Nicole Richie in stripes at DKNY's Fashion Week show, and I am no exception to the pack. I loved how she pulled off the bold stripes by keeping things minimal. And, how the smartly balanced small and large stripes were mimicked by her suede caged shoes. And, I couldn't help but notice how her royal blue and black palette is a dead ringer for the West Elm Tangiers Rug ($59-$359). So, I decided to design a living room around the rug, with Richie's modern style in mind. To see the décor items I rounded up, read more