Riffed off, deconstructed, or replicated to a tee, preppy style has provided fashion houses and labels plenty of source material to work off of in recent years, filtering it through their own lens. Last spring, two mainstays of the look, namely boat shoes and pleated skirts, showed up on the Loewe and Miu Miu runways with a twist—super short, in luxe leather, and styled in fresh, irreverent ways. The striped polo, too, has gotten the designer treatment. Most recently, the sporty staple appeared (and reappeared) in Chanel’s resort 2026 collection in unexpected pairings that were anything but prim.
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Surprisingly, the striped polo is shaping up to be one of the most versatile pieces of the season. Its clean lines and graphic punch make it easy to style in ways that feel fun without veering too preppy. Pair it with minimalist essentials like a sleek maxi skirt and flip-flops for a modern approach, or give it in a more directional tone by contrasting it with sparkling statement pieces (another key summer trend) for a high-low mix that toes the line between playful and elevated.
This isn’t your dad’s striped polo (and even further away from the one you might find in Lisa Birnbach’s The Official Preppy Handbook)—it’s the kind of evergreen style that can anchor a thoughtfully-layered summer wardrobe. Here’s how were interpreting it for the season.
Earn Your Stripes
A striped polo and striped board shorts work together to create a cool, off-duty summer look. Ballet flats and a straw tote add a prim touch for a balanced finish.
Opposites Attract
Here, a boxy striped polo contrasts with Tory Burch’s mirrored skirt for an irreverent juxtaposition of casual and statement pieces.
Fine Lines
Miu Miu’s oversized striped polo works well with slim capri pants, clean flats, and a subtle statement summer bag.
Solids and Stripes
A slouchy polo paired with a maxi skirt and red mesh flats creates a relaxed, elevated silhouette for summer.
The Parting Line
A striped polo with white trousers and flip flops is a straightforward, timeless look, ideal for hot summer days.
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