Getting dressed in the morning is certainly an easier affair if you stick to neutrals and solids at the cost of being boring. So, when spring explodes and the desire to inject some good humor into one’s wardrobe balloons, why not dabble with the new profusion of compelling stripes, checks and argyles?

SHOP THE SELECTION

The overall mood is rustic countryside meets Riviera chic available via one great standalone piece or a play on patterns and textures that show off confident matching instincts.
Blazers and shirts primarily, but bottoms as well, come in myriad variations on checks and stripes that shed their formal aura thanks to airy pastels or cheerful colors (bubble gum pink and lavender are totally cool) and breezier fabrics.
Sweaters, cardigans and knitted vests gain character with bold rugby or small irregular stripes and infinite renditions of the diamond pattern, awash in bright colors or tonal combinations that are perfect with solid bottoms. Ditto for ties, hats and scarves.