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Kim G Stripes

Bonkers1 — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:28:47 GMT

IMO Kim has to get rid of her horizontal stripes. They don't look good on her, the hosts or the models.

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piperbay — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:32:30 GMT

I agree. It's a rare person that would look good on.

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RespectLife — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:35:48 GMT

@Bonkers1 wrote:
IMO Kim has to get rid of her horizontal stripes. They don't look good on her, the hosts or the models.

Then you need to have a talkin' to:

D&C

Stacy L

Martha

Lawrence

Joan's rep

Anybody rep

Jennie Garth etc etc

They ALL have horizontal striped items.

Not just KG

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FranandZoe — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:38:21 GMT

I have her Stripes and the City sweater - several - it's one of my faves. And a couple of her striped sleeveless V-neck sweater tanks which are very cute.

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junee — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:57:59 GMT

I can't believe the outfit they have Jane Tracey wearing! No horizontal stripes for her please and certainly no tops that are just toooo long

I don't think she picked it out herself. She's not my favorite but I'm OK with her until "get multiples"

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kaydee50 — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:15:58 GMT

I'm not skinny--size L in D&C--but I have several tops that IMO make me look thin. They are narrow stripes in subtle colors. Got them from the now defunct and much missed Blair.

I think wide stripes in bold colors can be a problem.

As for JT in the striped henley, I think she looks fine and "thinner" than in some of the outfits she wears.

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bellaartiste — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:12:58 GMT

Talk to the French. They love a good horizontal stripe, simple in blue and white.

Yes, I do agree you have to be careful. Some of my favorite tops are horizontal stripes. I am not a fan of Kim's clothing, so I am not on board. The stripes on the button down that Jane was wearing was pooly designed.

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wilma — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:48:48 GMT

Assume we're talking about this...

I love striped tops. I have both thin and wide stripe designs. They are a classic item I wear all year. I think this top looks nice. I like the two color design. I also like the solid cuffs and hem, but it's too long for me. I don't particularly like the Henley button placket. Hope those who buy, enjoy wearing it.

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cjm61 — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:58:42 GMT

I know many people here are of the old school theories but, look up horizontal stripes.

Google Search:

"Surprisingly, yes, they make you look slimmer! While conventional fashion rules say horizontal stripes make you look wider, scientific studies (known as the Helmholtz illusion) show the opposite. Horizontal stripes often create an elongating, ladder-like effect that makes a figure appear taller and narrower than identical vertical stripes."

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rms1954 — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:10:28 GMT

some people should avoid wearing them altogether.

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Sakuya — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:13:10 GMT

I am currently wearing a striped shirt from The Gap.

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Shelbelle — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:31:20 GMT

I see nothing wrong with it as long as the fit is good, anything too tight will not look good but a good fit is fine

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Mz iMac — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:35:07 GMT

@cjm61 wrote:
Horizontal stripes often create an elongating, ladder-like effect that makes a figure appear taller and narrower than identical vertical stripes."

@cjm61 The scientific study needs to be updated. Does not work for pear shaped bodies.

I see 3 different size stretched vertical stripes - chest, abdomen & hips.

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Chucklehead — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:00:46 GMT

Assuming that the only way to look attractive is to appear taller and slimmer is pretty outdated thinking, in my opinion.

Wear whatever you like that makes you happy.

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Kachina624 — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:29:24 GMT

Kim seems to have more than her share of unflattering clothing. In fact, I rarely find anything in her collections that meets my personal standards of quality, style and value.

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layla2450 — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:37:24 GMT

@Bonkers1 wrote:
IMO Kim has to get rid of her horizontal stripes. They don't look good on her, the hosts or the models.

ESPECIALLY on JT. Stripes make her look VERY WIDE. NOT a flattering look.

Horizontal stripes look good on women who are THIN.

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San Antonio Gal — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:46:43 GMT

I like this top and this model looks great:

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San Antonio Gal — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:51:10 GMT

@Sakuya wrote:
I am currently wearing a striped shirt from The Gap.

@Sakuya - I like stripes and I like the Gap. Good choice.

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RescueLover — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:51:18 GMT

I don’t own that many striped tops or sweaters, but I’ve seen plenty in the stores and at the Mall lately. 💕

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Skyegirl21 — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:56:13 GMT

Agree 100%. Horizontal stripes are not a friend to anyone, just unappealing. My opinion!