There’s a reason why stripes are a classic: there’s no fuss to them and yet they always look polished. What’s more, the mid and deep shades of blue we so often associate with stripes tend to flatter pale Irish skin tones. So, where to start this season? Stripes are as classic as they come as fashion embraces a decided Montauk moment (we blame the TikTok obsession with Nancy Meyers films which just so happen to centre on the idea of “Coastal Grandmothers“, heroines who live by the coast and wear a uniform of white jeans and Oxford shirts). As we enter into autumn, your favourite summer shirt can be repurposed too – just add a light turtleneck underneath and throw a blazer on top. Opt for a linen jacket through early September and thicker fabrics like tweed, wool and leather when the temperature dips. We’ve rounded up an edit of four standout striped shirts below …

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