I remember distinctly my first Breton shirt.
I remember the first time I wore it, I felt so fashionable and so bold!
I was also 17 and the year was 1989.
If I bought the same exact one today, I would still feel as fashionable and as bold. (But not as brave).
The actual striped design originated back in the mid 1800s and eventually became the official uniform of the French navy. The original one had 21 stripes, signifying each of Napoleon's victories. Coco Chanel was seen wearing it and Picasso was photographed wearing one in France where he lived. Ever since then, it has become a staple in wardrobes the world over - leave it to the French to inspire a generation of fashion with a simple design.
But I digress.
I have always been intrigued by stripes. Stripes whether straight or jagged, thin or thick, duo or multicolored, can be so avant-garde, so cutting edge, so modern, so conservative and so classic all at the same time. I believe that no other decorative motif can claim to possess all these aforementioned qualities.
So to prove my point, I have decided to highlight some of them that pass the litmus test.
1950s and has since been a staple on the brand's luxury goods.
The original jagged Missoni Stripe was introduced almost 60 years ago.
One of the most memorable and arguably timeless logo designs of all time.
The IBM 8 bar variation logo designed by Paul Rand in 1972.
Stripes of the two colored variety are classic and basic and I love that, but then there is Paul Smith. His numerous, multicolored stripes placed side by side are simply the epitome of sophisticated, whimsical elegance.
Paul Smith stripes are still my favorite. Although not as old as the other entries, I have a feeling they will still look good in many years to come. Fine china by Paul Smith designed for Thomas Goode
Vinyl tape never looked so good. British Pop artist Jim Lambie, at one of his installations at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney, 1999. It's worth noting that all the tape he uses is standard, colored tape from 3M you can buy from any hardware store.
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