When I first moved to Los Angeles from New York, I’ll be honest, I was a bit worried my favorite fall staples would collect dust in the back of my closet. Sure, I’m no longer reaching for my heavy puffer coats, but fortunately, many of my chilly weather essentials have still been able to see the light of day. But here’s the thing about autumn in Los Angeles: The weather has a mind of its own. Toasty, 85-degree fall days are commonplace, something I never experienced on the East Coast. As such, lightweight silhouettes are the name of the game, and this season, It girls are turning their attention to long-sleeve striped tees. Comfortable and cute in equal measure, the look has caught on far beyond Southern California, too.
Are stripes for fall groundbreaking? Not quite. However, there’s no denying the look packs more of a playful punch than your classic white or black long-sleeve tees. And it seems the industry’s coolest brands agree, as the likes of Reformation, Kallmeyer, and J.Crew have jumped on the trend. As for styling a long-sleeve striped tee? Don’t overthink it. In Los Angeles, I’ve seen fashion people wear theirs with slouchy jeans and flip-flops for casual afternoons. Alternatively, the tees are the perfect foil to a dressier skirt, such as a lace or embellished midi.
Below, shop some of my favorite long-sleeve striped tees on the market. Stripe up your life.
A vintage-looking striped tee? I’m sold.
Rendered in red, mustard yellow, and black, this top screams fall.
Balance this oversize striped top with slim-fit trousers or jeans.
If Kallmeyer taps into a trend, you know it’s one worth trying.
I’m fully on board with the layered-tee look that’s taking the industry by storm.
This chocolate brown, bubblegum pink, and bright turquoise combo is surprisingly chic.
If you’re drawn to vibrant shades, consider nabbing this baby-blue and bright-orange striped long-sleeve tee.
Still Here knows its way around a good basic, and its striped tee is proof.
You’ll reach for this black, white, and red striped top over and over.
The definition of a wardrobe essential.
Pink can be intimidating, but this soft pastel shade is unexpectedly approachable.
Prefer a more fitted long-sleeve tee? Set your sights on this striped look.
This gray striped tee is sure to be a wardrobe mainstay.
Give this cream and pink striped top a fall twist with corduroy pants.
I own this red and white striped top, and trust me, it gets plenty of wear.
Olive green just feels right in the fall.
With its fitted silhouette, this striped tee is the perfect layering piece.
All of fall’s classic colors in one striped top.
It doesn’t get more timeless than this black and white striped look.
The bold stripes on this top really grab your attention.
