Stripes, The Bold & Beautiful

Varied Stripe Thickness
Fun and flirty, dramatic and sexy… stripes are proven to be one of the most known patterns used in decorating our homes and textiles throughout the ages. So much in fact, that a book was recently released by Michel Pastoureau titled The Devil’s Cloth, A History of Stripes. The book is more in tune with the fashion world of stripes, but that was most likely the method in which we acquired the idea to begin decorating our domains with it. Pattern breathes life and character into the surfaces that they cover. Regardless of how we wear them or place them in our homes, stripes and all patterns alike are essential in the world of decor and self expression.

Eclectic Multicolored Stripes for the Bathroom
Staggered Stripes often work best in larger spaces since they can handle a break in room flow… they also make for great optical illusions!

Blow Up Hall 5050 Hotel Staggered Floor Stripes

Bold Staggered Wall Stripes

Staggered Striped Rug
Bold statements can be made in the home office or corporate setting.

Handsome Horizontal Home Office Wall Stripes

The LEGO Group Striped Conference Room

Mark Hotel NY - Rectangular Striped Lobby Floor
Take it from celebrity designer, Todd Oldhams own home in the UK. His personal (and somewhat quirky style) allows stripes to serve as a playful backdrop to his dining room. Nice touch!

Todd Oldhams Home feathured in UK Elle Magazine
Can you ever have too many stripes? They even covered the baseboards! Brave.

A Hallway Covered in Stripes
Whether you have chosen to introduce stripes into your life through paint, rugs, tile, fabrics, artwork, wallpaper or clothing, you have boldly contributed to the history of pattern and vitality of design. Cheers!

Jordan Guide Luxury Interior Designer
Jordan Guide, ASID, NCIDQ No. 021998 of Jordan Guide Design is a high-end luxury interior designer based in Chicago.