There are some pieces we adore… but don't always know how to style. Stripes are one of them: sometimes considered too classic, sometimes perceived as daring, they can seem difficult to master.
Yet, one look is all it takes to understand their magic: timeless prints capable of being by turns creative, sophisticated, or delightfully summery. They evoke holidays on the French Riviera or in Brittany, just as they sculpt a silhouette with chic and structure, following the precise geometry of their lines.
What if you let striped patterns tell a different story? A story that spans the seasons, from spring to the first cool days of autumn, revealing looks that are sometimes light, sometimes graphic, but always elegant.
In this Petite Mendigote collection, discover how these timeless patterns are endlessly reinvented to accompany your desires, enhance your style and become the essentials of your wardrobe.
What are the different types of striped patterns?
Striped patterns create a silhouette like a brush gliding across a canvas. They come in an infinite number of rhythms, each bringing its own unique style:
Horizontal stripes : They evoke the nautical look favored by city dwellers seeking a touch of French style. Timeless and slightly playful, they add volume and truly shine on loose, flowing garments. However, be careful not to accentuate certain areas of the body...
Vertical stripes , whether thin or bold, are true allies for elongating the silhouette. They sculpt the profile, lengthen the legs, and offer an instinctive elegance to all body types.
Wide stripes : They boldly assert their presence. Their visual thickness evokes the catwalks, the architectural silhouettes of designers, an assertive femininity that plays with proportions.
Thin stripes : Conversely, they bring delicacy and subtlety. The closer they are, the more they slim the silhouette, gliding over the body like a whisper.
Other stripes—diagonal, asymmetrical, or deconstructed —bring a new dynamism to the silhouette. More modern, sometimes graphic, they break with classic codes and infuse a spontaneous, almost artistic movement into each piece.
The golden rule remains balance: choose a striped print that reveals your personality and harmonizes naturally with your body shape.
Striped clothing is a must-have in women's wardrobes
Striped clothing has the unique ability to enhance an outfit without ever being over the top. Some wear them head-to-toe, while others prefer to wear them in small doses. It's up to you to choose according to your mood, the season, or your current desires.
Striped trousers , especially when the stripes are vertical and thin, beautifully lengthen your legs, particularly if the cuts are flowing (like palazzo or wide-leg trousers).
Striped sweaters for women come in an endless array of styles: crew neck, V-neck, turtleneck, or even zip-up, fitted or oversized... Worn with a solid-colored piece, they become the signature of the look. They add a subtle yet irresistible twist to flared trousers.
Striped t-shirts for women instantly evoke a nautical look when the stripes are horizontal . Paired with raw denim jeans and a black leather jacket, they reveal a rock-chic, Parisian charm.
Striped dresses , meanwhile, create a fluid and controlled silhouette. They are accessorized with a belt that structures the proportions, and a long, plain jacket that completes the look with a chic and elegant touch.
A closer look at women's striped shirts
Clean, chic, and surprisingly versatile, the striped shirt has become a wardrobe essential for women. It's perfect for days at the office, strolls around town, busy mornings, and impromptu evenings.
Wear it with a blazer and palazzo pants for a decidedly modern, casual look. Give it a twist with vinyl pants to inject a vintage rock vibe, or with a skater skirt for a sporty, tennis-inspired silhouette.
In the Petite Mendigote striped clothing collection, shirts are fluid, oversized, delicately crafted with smocked, ruffled or lavallière collars, ultra-chic buttonholes… All these details reveal Parisian elegance in its most authentic form.
How to wear stripes well?
Wearing stripes is first and foremost a question of balance. Opt for a single statement piece to avoid an overwhelming look: a striped t-shirt paired with raw denim jeans, or a striped dress warmed up by a plain jacket.
In terms of color, the black and white duo remains a timeless classic that flatters all figures. Deep colors, such as burgundy, navy, or bottle green, add structure to an outfit and give it character. Pastel shades, on the other hand, evoke the gentleness of spring and infuse a poetic lightness into every movement.
