Dress like a zebra
A zebra is a lesson in contrast. Black and white stripes run over the whole body, close together on the face and wider on the hips, and every zebra's pattern is its own, like a fingerprint. Because the stripes cover the whole animal, its colors are not split between top and bottom. So the look stays graphic. The stripe goes on one piece, the rest stays in plain black, white and soft neutrals, and nothing else competes with the pattern.
Graphic, crisp and confident. Wear the stripe on one sharp piece, like wide trousers, a shirt dress or a bag, and keep everything else plain. Strong lines look best with simple shapes.
The colors
- White
#F4F2EEThe stripes, all over, about 50% of the animal - Black
#121212The stripes, all over, about 45% of the animal - Charcoal
#4A4440The muzzle, about 5% of the animal
The look for fall
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- OuterwearWhite oversized blazerFind it on Amazon.ca: White oversized blazer (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: White oversized blazer (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- BottomBlack high-waisted pleated trousersZebra print, the statement pieceFind it on Amazon.ca: Black high-waisted pleated trousers (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black high-waisted pleated trousers (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- TopTaupe wrap topCotton poplinFind it on Amazon.ca: Taupe wrap top (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Taupe wrap top (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- ShoesBlack ankle bootsFind it on Amazon.ca: Black ankle boots (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black ankle boots (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- BagBlack structured shoulder bagLeatherFind it on Amazon.ca: Black structured shoulder bag (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black structured shoulder bag (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- AccessoryBlack silk scarfFind it on Amazon.ca: Black silk scarf (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black silk scarf (opens in a new tab) Paid link
The zebra in other seasons
Winter
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- OuterwearWhite wool coatFind it on Amazon.ca: White wool coat (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: White wool coat (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- BottomBlack high-waisted pleated trousersZebra print, the statement pieceFind it on Amazon.ca: Black high-waisted pleated trousers (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black high-waisted pleated trousers (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- TopTaupe merino wool crewneckFind it on Amazon.ca: Taupe merino wool crewneck (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Taupe merino wool crewneck (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- ShoesBlack ankle bootsFind it on Amazon.ca: Black ankle boots (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black ankle boots (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- BagBlack structured shoulder bagLeatherFind it on Amazon.ca: Black structured shoulder bag (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black structured shoulder bag (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- AccessoryBlack silk scarfFind it on Amazon.ca: Black silk scarf (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black silk scarf (opens in a new tab) Paid link
Spring
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- Light layerWhite oversized blazerFind it on Amazon.ca: White oversized blazer (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: White oversized blazer (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- BottomBlack high-waisted pleated trousersZebra print, the statement pieceFind it on Amazon.ca: Black high-waisted pleated trousers (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black high-waisted pleated trousers (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- TopTaupe wrap topCotton poplinFind it on Amazon.ca: Taupe wrap top (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Taupe wrap top (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- ShoesBlack ankle bootsFind it on Amazon.ca: Black ankle boots (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black ankle boots (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- BagBlack structured shoulder bagLeatherFind it on Amazon.ca: Black structured shoulder bag (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black structured shoulder bag (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- AccessoryBlack lightweight neck scarfFind it on Amazon.ca: Black lightweight neck scarf (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black lightweight neck scarf (opens in a new tab) Paid link
Summer
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- BottomBlack high-waisted pleated trousersZebra print, the statement pieceFind it on Amazon.ca: Black high-waisted pleated trousers (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black high-waisted pleated trousers (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- TopWhite wrap topCotton poplinFind it on Amazon.ca: White wrap top (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: White wrap top (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- ShoesBlack block heel sandalsFind it on Amazon.ca: Black block heel sandals (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black block heel sandals (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- BagBlack structured shoulder bagLeatherFind it on Amazon.ca: Black structured shoulder bag (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black structured shoulder bag (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- AccessoryBlack lightweight neck scarfFind it on Amazon.ca: Black lightweight neck scarf (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black lightweight neck scarf (opens in a new tab) Paid link
For men
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- OuterwearWhite wool sport coatFind it on Amazon.ca: White wool sport coat (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: White wool sport coat (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- BottomBlack stretch chinosZebra print, the statement pieceFind it on Amazon.ca: Black stretch chinos (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black stretch chinos (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- TopTaupe quarter zip knit sweaterFind it on Amazon.ca: Taupe quarter zip knit sweater (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Taupe quarter zip knit sweater (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- ShoesBlack derby shoesFind it on Amazon.ca: Black derby shoes (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black derby shoes (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- BagBlack messenger bagLeatherFind it on Amazon.ca: Black messenger bag (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black messenger bag (opens in a new tab) Paid link
- AccessoryBlack knit tieFind it on Amazon.ca: Black knit tie (opens in a new tab) Paid link Or Amazon.com: Black knit tie (opens in a new tab) Paid link
Fit notes
Sizes change from brand to brand, so check each brand's size chart before you order. Measure in inches or centimeters:
- Bust or chest: around the fullest part, with the tape level (for example 36 in, 91 cm).
- Waist: around the narrowest part of your middle (for example 29 in, 74 cm).
- Hips: around the fullest part, feet together (for example 39 in, 99 cm).
- Inseam: from the top of your inner thigh to your ankle bone (for example 30 in, 76 cm).
On the app, add your measurements and every piece gets its own size.
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