The Spring 2016 Guide to Every Single Stripe

At Missoni, Tommy Hilfiger, and Max Mara, broad colorful stripes came in the form of duster cardigans, bodysuits, and knit dresses. Balance the clingy nature of these bodycon pieces with a casual sneaker. 

At Dior and Prada, bold vertical stripes offered a graphic touch to polished office-friendly separates, but at Dolce & Gabbana thinner lines had a pajama-esque feel on a long shirtdress and pants. 

Stripes don't necessarily have to walk a straight and narrow path. Case in point: The lines at Gucci, Stella McCartney, and Ralph Lauren were artfully asymmetric. At Gucci, rainbow-colored metallic stripes came in the form of a pleated skirt, while Stella McCartney's two-toned stripes were sporty and casual. And at Ralph Lauren, the print was elevated with glam evening gowns.

For a bolder look, go for stripes that zig zag every which way, as seen on the Salvatore Ferragamo and No. 21 runways.