Parisians Rely On This Anti-Trend Staple Year Round—4 Ways to Wear It In 2024

Call it a cliché but striped jumpers have become the cornerstone of a French woman's wardrobe and I've now witnessed the extent to which they're worn first-hand. My landlord is a chic French woman and she often dons a lightweight striped knit with denim dungarees and a swipe of rouge. Women are seen across the length and breadth of Paris in variations of a striped jumper — whether it's an off-white with navy, blue with cream, or red and ecru. Like the croissant or shall I shall chocolatine, there's even a debate on the origin of this classic style.

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Designers have taken note of the popularity of striped jumpers, following in the footsteps of Toteme's bestselling striped sweater of four years. There are many styles from which to take your pick — from mock necklines to scoop neck and even cardigans worn as button-ups. 

While it may be a fashion stereotype, it serves us well for casual looks and beyond. Keep reading for the ways to style striped jumpers this winter, the French way.

1. Mock Neck Jumper + Leather Skirt + Ankle Boots

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Style Notes: Stripes and leather is a failsafe combination. It elevates this basic piece to new heights.

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2. Buttoned Cardigan + Pleated Mini Skirt + Knee High Boots

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Style Notes: I love wearing cardigans as a jumper. This way the buttons feel like an additional feature.

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3. Breton Striped Jumper + Leather Jacket + Relaxed Jeans

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Style Notes: This look is a prime example of a classic way to clash prints as animal print and stripes fit in the neutral territory. This is a combination you'll see many French women wear. 

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4. Striped Turtleneck Jumper + White Maxi Skirt + Ankle Boots

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Style Notes: This Toteme knit is much loved far and wide across the globe. My favourite way to style it is with neutralising basics and pops of gold (as seen on the accessories).

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Avalon Afriyie is a freelance writer and storyteller based in London. She specialises in sustainable fashion, health and the narratives of marginalised communities.

She has a background in fashion show production and styling, having previously worked on The Clothes Show and with the Lyst Group. Since graduating in 2013 with a BA (Hons) in English and contemporary media, she’s worked as a feature writer for an independent publication and a contributor for Quill’s creator network. She now marries her passion for words and style, writing for some of the most esteemed fashion and lifestyle publications, Who What Wear UK and Stylist.

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