Style and Stripes

Nautical is out geometric is in

Summer often brings the return of the well loved stripe pattern, but for 2016 steer clear of the nautical look and go for stripes in bold colours.

Stripes for the Spring Summer 2016 collection are a far cry from the nautical (or even gondolier) inspired patterns that appear every season as the weather becomes warm.

For this season Dolce&Gabbana has interpreted stripes in a more city appropriate sphere with a collection of bold coloured knitwear enriched by diagonal or horizontal stripes. Most garments are characterized by a two tone effect, with darker or lighter green, blue, teal or maroon patterns creating a graphic yet sophisticated effect.

Perfect for those casual days at the office or for a smart weekend look, these striped knitwear tops come in all forms, from cardigans to fine knit sweaters as well as the all important polo shirt.

The colour combinations afford both simple styling with block colour chinos in darker hues, or maybe opt for a coloured pair of trousers which matches the darker stripes of the top. For the more adventurous, match to patterned trousers with a light check pattern.

Break up the look with a floral belt perhaps, and why not, shield your eyes from the Spring sunshine with a pair of opaque sunglasses for a gentlemanly yet casual attire.