Stripes on Stripes on Stripes...Stripes have been seen on the runways for a few years now; jailhouse-style, nautical-themed, vertical, and angled, stripes have been giving it their all this year. But my favorite is still the Classic French-Sailor Striped T-Shirt or "la marinière". The French-Sailor Striped T-Shirt is fun, simple, dynamic, classic, timeless, and Unisex! Yes I said Unisex again! The Classic Saint James nautical tee has been around since 1850, and was originally part of the official French naval uniform, and has since been worn by style greats ranging from Audrey Hepburn to Picasso-- and can be worn by your Little One too! I have chosen my four favorite Unisex French-Sailor Striped T-Shirts below, and #1 is the Classic Saint James Brand (the company is in France and they do not deliver to the United States, so if you or someone you know is going to France make sure they bring back a Saint James French-Sailor Striped T-Shirt for your Little One!). Generally speaking, a French-Sailor Striped T-Shirt goes well with a pair of jeans, especially dark washed slim jeans and is cute with Ballet Flats for a Girl or Sneakers for a Boy. The French-Sailor Striped T-Shirt is simple and versatile; to illustrate this, I have also included four photos of the Classic French-Sailor Striped T-Shirt--outfitted in different ways--for your Little One to wear and express their own individuality! Enjoy & Merci!
My Four Favorite Unisex French-Sailor Stripe T-Shirts!
1. Saint James | 2. Jacadi | 3. Petit-Bateau | 4. American Apparel
For a Preppy Girly Look, I love the Classic French-Sailor Striped T-Shirt outfitted with an easy pull-on Chambray Skirt, this one is from J.Crew, and of course worn with Nike Free Sneakers! And your daughter won't think the outfit is complete without her favorite stuffed animal, this Hazel Village Stuffed Rabbit is extra cute wearing a Liberty Floral Print Dress!
For the Ultimate Prima Ballerina Girly Look, I love the Classic French-Sailor Striped T-Shirt outfitted with a Tulle Skirt, this Tea Collection skirt is amazing with its ruffly tiers, and worn with these adorable yet comfortable and minimalist Bloch Ballet Flats! And just think how special your Tiny Dancer would feel adding on this Initial Heart Necklace from J.Crew!
For a Classic Cool Look, I love the Classic French-Sailor Striped T-Shirt outfitted with dark washed slim jeans, these boys Houston Indigo Skinny jeans are from Ruum, and of course worn with Nike Free Sneakers. Make sure your son or daughter throws their Parka over this classic outfit before they head into the cold to complete the cool look. This Woolrich Parka is the perfect complement to a Classic French-Sailor Striped T-Shirt, as Woolrich, like Saint James, is rich in history being one of the oldest and most legendary outdoor clothiers in the world since 1830!
For a Stylish Trendy Look, I love the Classic French-Sailor Striped T-Shirt outfitted with the genuine article, OshKosh B'Gosh Overalls, and worn with a great pair of light-weight minimalist sneakers like these Unisex Bensimon plimsoles (Bensimon is also a French brand-- très chic). And your son or daughter won't think the outfit is complete without their favorite animal, my son's favorite is this Schleich Giraffe that he takes everywhere with him!
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