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I Rocked Spring’s Most Unexpected Fashion Trend (With a Little Help From a Stylist)

You already own this look, here's a fresh way to style it

Dana Dickey

By Dana Dickey

Published Apr 24, 2025

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clashing stripes trend: Stripe T-shirt and print skirt outfit

Life’s too short to play it safe—in romance, finance and yes, of course, in fashion. So when I noticed a bright trend on the style horizon for spring-summer 2025, I wanted in. The look is clashing stripes with patterns, bright colors and bold prints, and it’s basically the love child of frazzled English lady style crossed with fisherman aesthetic, resulting in an absolutely uplifting, carefree vibe.

Meet the Expert

Mariam Boutorabi is Senior Design Director at Boden. A fashion industry veteran, Boutorabi oversees womenswear and childrenswear design and print at the London-based fashion and accessories brand.

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Dana Dickey

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  • Writes about fashion, wellness, relationships and travel
  • Oversees all LA/California content and is the go-to source for where to eat, stay and unwind on the west coast
  • Studied journalism at the University of Florida

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