Trend of the week: Stripes

Earn your stripes, bold is beautiful, says Annmarie O'Connor.

INSPIRATION

The message on this season’s catwalks is clear as stripes leave an indelible mark on the spring/summer style calendar.

Expect them big and bold, coated in auxiliary hues – nothing discrete here.

Need a visual?

The brazen offerings from Prada, Tommy Hilfiger and Roksanda should put things into sharp focus. It looks like fashion has found its fourth dimension.

STYLE HACKS

Slim and lengthen with vertical, diagonal or chevron stripes.

¦ Bad news – thick bright stripes are difficult to wear. Good news – they’re easier to wear when combined with bands of black. Job done.

¦ Print shy? Make like Roksanda with a stripe accent against a neutral background.

¦ Really print shy? Opt for a bold accessory instead like a bag, headscarf or shoe.