There are those classic items that every one of us has somewhere in their wardrobe—a little black dress, the perfect blazer, and a classic striped shirt. While we love these closet staples, styling them in an interesting way can prove challenging.

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We’re here to show you some ways that you can style that classic breton striped shirt and not look so, well, boring. Click through the slideshow for the ultimate source of inspiration.