• Styling Tips
May 9, 2013 6:00 AM EDT
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1 Piece, 3 Ways: Your Striped Shirt Gets A Not-So-Basic Makeover
Striped shirts: We've all got 'em. Whether it's a classic J.Crew tee you've had for years or your favorite boatneck, this reliable standby hangs in closets everywhere. So, in an effort to spice things up, we're putting a whole new spin on this old standard. Whether it's mixing prints like a true trendsetter, or embracing your preppy side, we've got an ensemble to fit your fancy.

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The New Preppy

Embrace the boatneck's nautical look wholeheartedly, with brightly hued deck shoes and a denim jacket, to boot. Throw on a pair of sunny shades, and you're ready to take on the world — or at least the yacht club.

Clockwise from top left: J.Crew Engineered-Stripe Boatneck Top, $45, available at J.Crew; Topshop Moto 70s Blue Denim Western Jacket, $96, available at Topshop; Madewell Hepcat Shades, $55, available at Madewell; Kenzo Knee Length Short, $390.94, available at Farfetch; KORS Michael Kors Beswick Espadrille Flat, $165, available at Michael Kors.