9 sassy ways to style stripes in your home this summer

Inside or outdoors, stripes lay the foundation for striking accents which make the most of any space – whether it’s lengthening, widening or something that suits your whimsy.

From sunshine stripes to Breton blue bedding, these colourways and prints showcase the enduring appeal of this classic geometric pattern….

Showy with a trendy wavy stripe, these picnic plates in a beautiful peach make the perfect addition to al fresco parties.

With summer salad days in full swing, this funky jug makes a fun focal point when you’re ready to drizzle the vinaigrette dressing.

Chances are patios and gardens are working overtime during the summer holidays; and with all the back and forth through doorways, a decorative, durable doormat is a godsend.

If your favourite garden chair is looking a little tired, or occasional chair could be a bit more comfy, the vibrant colour and pattern in this cute cushion channels a Mediterranean vibe.

Cute as candy, you can never have enough beach towels to buff up your bathroom.

We’ve fallen head over heels for this flooring – and the oversized width in the tiles gives the illusion of space as well as making a joyous feature.

A generous, king-size bed will feel even more luxe draped in linen; breathable and beautiful, these Breton stripes run vertically so they elongate the bed and draw the eye up.

A table lamp such as this, with glossy ceramic base and shade with contrasting trim makes the most of a forgotten corner or display unit.

Call it ‘seaside style’ or ‘catch of the day,’ this wallpaper plays to the strength of stripes with a bold motif – and certainly one to raise smiles with a nod to dopamine décor.