What are the rules governing striped shirts?

 

Since then, I feel like adding striped shirts to my wardrobe. What advice can you give me?

Solomon.

 

Most guys prefer playing it safe with solid colours, worrying that bold patterns will appear over the top. Stripes are an ideal option to bring colour to any man’s wardrobe. Whether vertical, horizontal or diagonal, stripes serve as a good compromise by staying conservative, while allowing the wearer to separate himself from the masses clad in solid white, cream or blue shirts. Though still relatively easy for most guys to pull off, you should keep several rules in mind when wearing stripes.

 

Horizontal stripes are the more stylish choice, but difficult to pull off. They are better worn in T-shirts for the weekend. They give an impression of a broad chest.

 

Keep in mind that horizontal stripes can make an overweight wearer appear even more overweight. 

If you are interested in wearing horizontal stripes, I would suggest a sweater with one or two horizontal stripes over a solid background.

 

You could also try a sweater in which the stripes have varying weight. Such tasteful sweaters can be worn to casual venues. Vertical stripes, which you should consider more, do not drift so much from safety and create an illusion of a taller person.

 

You must determine the width/weight of the stripes you want. As a guideline, keep them relatively thin. Stick to stripes of less than an inch in width. 

 

Your own personal style will dictate which colours should work for you. Be wary of certain combinations; beware of complementary colours. These are colours opposite one another on the colour wheel, such as red/green, yellow/purple and blue/orange. 

 

Whereas colour blocking may be in, contrasting colours will generally seem loud and visually painful when on top of one another. When worn correctly, stripes are an easy way to update your wardrobe and inject an instant fashionable vibe.