Julia Leach on Perfecting the Striped T-shirt, or the ‘Paperclip of Personal Style’ (nymag)

Julia Leach is a virtuoso of the well-considered detail. Everything about
CHANCE, her year-old lifestyle brand, indicates painstaking attention to
getting the little things right– from the universally flattering fit of her
classic boat-neck to the pin-striped tissue paper in which her merchandise is
wrapped. After spending her formative years at Chiat/Day and Kate Spade, Leach
started her own company with the premise that a great striped tee is “the
paperclip of personal style,” as she puts it. Her brand has since grown from
the initial line of signature tees, espadrilles, pajamas, and sun hats to
include jewelry, towels, totes and more. We sat down with Leach to discuss
what makes one T-shirt better than another and how she plans to take CHANCE
into its second chapter. Fingers crossed, this will mean permanent stores in
one or two cities in the near future.

**On CHANCE’s website, there is a timeline of the striped shirt through the
ages, worn by icons like Picasso and Jean Seberg. But there are also some
great surprises like Hunter Thompson and Kurt Cobain. How long did that take
you to compile?**

The timeline itself came together quickly — in an …

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Outfit of the Day- Navy Stripes

Russian / Uakrainean NAVY sailor striped shirt telnyashka cotton 100% 54/XL new $22,500.00

BALMAIN Silk striped sequin navy gold chain silver bronze dress. Sz 6 36 $15875 $5,998.00

BALMAIN Silk striped sequin navy gold chain silver bronze dress. Sz 6 36 $15875 $5,998.00

Surya Navy Blue Stripes Contemporary 11×14 Area Rug – Approx 11′ x 14′ $2,163.00

Surya Navy Blue Stripes Contemporary 11×14 Area Rug – Approx 11′ x 14′ $2,163.00

THOM BROWNE Navy/Black Stripe 3-Button CASHMERE Blazer Jacket Sportcoat 36-0 $4K $1,950.00

THOM BROWNE Navy Stripe 3-Button Wool/Mohair Blazer Jacket Sportcoat 36-0 NEW $1,850.00

ZEGNA COUTURE SUIT $3845 NAVY/BLACK STRIPED 6-BTN DB HANDMADE SUIT 42L 52e NEW $1,795.00

visvim x SOPHNET__HOMER TOTE (L)__NAVY / IVOLY STRIPE $1,533.00

Surya Navy Blue Stripe Contemporary Lines 9×12 Area Rug – Approx 9′ x 12′ $1,513.00

Surya Navy Blue Stripe Contemporary Lines 9×12 Area Rug – Approx 9′ x 12′ $1,513.00

NWT HICKEY FREEMAN SUIT 50R LORO PIANA 130 WOOL $1495 DARK NAVY CLASSIC STRIPE $1,450.00

Auth. FENDI Navy Striped Spy Bag w. Leather Trim $1,399.99

Surya Navy Blue Stripes Contemporary 11 Square Area Rug – Approx 11′ $1,375.00

Surya Navy Blue Stripes Contemporary 11 Square Area Rug – Approx 11′ $1,375.00

Chanel Cream and Navy Striped Boatneck Sweater with Chain Straps $1,295.00

GUCCI SUIT $2195 NAVY/BLUE DUAL STRIPED 3-BTN WOOL SUIT 42R 52e NEW $1,295.00

GUCCI SUIT $2465 DARK NAVY STRIPE WOOL/MOHAIR 4-BTN FALL/WINTER SUIT 42R 52e NEW $1,295.00

Surya Navy 11 x 11 Round Braided Nautical Stripes Area Rug – Approx 11′ x 11′ $1,253.00

Surya Navy 11 x 11 Round Braided Nautical Stripes Area Rug – Approx 11′ x 11′ $1,253.00

NWOT NAVY/WHITE STRIPE ARMANI COLLEZIONI JACKET SIZE 12 $1,250.00

PRADA 2011 RUNWAY DRESS SIZE 42 6 NAVY GREY STRIPE SOLD OUT $1600.00 $1,250.00

Surya Navy Blue Stripes Contemporary 9 Square Area Rug – Approx 9′ $1,238.00

Surya Navy Blue Stripes Contemporary 9 Square Area Rug – Approx 9′ $1,238.00

NEW Comme Des Garcons Men’s Trench Coat Pin Stripe Deep Navy Large Rare Must See $1,200.00

NWT 42L Ralph Lauren Polo Wool Pin Stripe Suit Blazer Coat Pants 36 W Mens Navy $1,184.00

COMME des GARCONS HOMME PLUS__Navy Stripe Double Jacket__AD2009 $1,133.00

Surya Navy 9 x 12 Oval Braided Nautical Stripes Lines Area Rug – Approx 9′ x 12′ $1,125.00

Surya Navy 9 x 12 Oval Braided Nautical Stripes Lines Area Rug – Approx 9′ x 12′ $1,125.00

$2265 Armani Collezioni Navy Stripe Business Suit 41R Custom Made! $1,089.67

Gian Franco Ferre Navy Pin Stripe Suit 2 Piece- 56 Jacket- 34 Waist Brand New! $999.00

POLO RALPH LAUREN MENS VIRGIN WOOL SUIT NAVY BLUE STRIPE ITALY $1995 40S $997.50

NWT $4695 OXXFORD HIGHEST QUALITY Navy Stripe Super 150s Suit 46 R Flat-Front $995.00

NWT $4695 OXXFORD HIGHEST QUALITY Navy Stripe Super 150s Suit 44 R Flat-Front $995.00

Recent $5495 BRIONI Side-Vent Navy Stripe Super 150s Wool Suit 38 R Handmade $995.00

NWT $4695 OXXFORD HIGHEST QUALITY Navy Stripe Type-A Super 150s Wool Suit 44 L $995.00

NWT $4695 OXXFORD HIGHEST QUALITY Navy Stripe Type-A Super 150s Suit 46 48 R $995.00

Surya Navy Blue Stripe Contemporary Lines 8×10 Area Rug – Approx 8′ x 10′ $988.00

Surya Navy Blue Stripe Contemporary Lines 8×10 Area Rug – Approx 8′ x 10′ $988.00

NWT $3295 ISAIA NAPOLI Navy with Green Stripe Super 120s Wool Suit Slim 44 R $895.00

$1800 NWT DOLCE & GABBANA FirstLine Blue Navy Striped Suit US40/ EU50 $895.00

Isaia Napoli Navy Stripe Sciammeria 170′s Business Suit 54R 44R x 32 $890.21

$2k NWT ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA 42 L eu52 Navy blue stripes men’s 2 button wool suit $849.99

8×11 Surya Handmade Wool Navy Blue Stripe 7008 Area Rug – Approx 8′ x 11′ $848.00

8×11 Surya Handmade Wool Navy Blue Stripe 7008 Area Rug – Approx 8′ x 11′ $848.00

8×11 Surya Handmade Wool Navy Blue Stripe 7000 Area Rug – Approx 8′ x 11′ $848.00

8×11 Surya Handmade Wool Navy Blue Stripe 7000 Area Rug – Approx 8′ x 11′ $848.00

Surya Farmhouse Stripes Navy Contemporary Rug $848.00

Lot of 30 Fabric Hammocks, Navy, Red and Green Stripe $840.00

Surya Navy 9 x 9 Round Braided Nautical Stripes Lines Area Rug – Approx 9′ x 9′ $813.00

Surya Navy 9 x 9 Round Braided Nautical Stripes Lines Area Rug – Approx 9′ x 9′ $813.00

ZANETTI MENS $3000 SUIT~STRIPES SUPER 120 WOOL NAVY 40R $799.90

EXTREMA~NAVY CHALK STRIPES SUPER 120S VESTED SUIT~44R $799.90

New OXXFORD Super 150′s Navy Stripe DB Suit 40 40R NWT! $759.95

Surya Navy 8 x 10 Oval Braided Nautical Stripes Lines Area Rug – Approx 8′ x 10′ $750.00

Surya Navy 8 x 10 Oval Braided Nautical Stripes Lines Area Rug – Approx 8′ x 10′ $750.00

New MIU MIU Prada Navy Stripe Suit 56 46 44 R NWT $3K! $746.95

Surya Navy Blue Stripes Contemporary 7 Square Area Rug – Approx 7′ $725.00

Surya Navy Blue Stripes Contemporary Lines 6×9 Area Rug – Approx 6′ x 9′ $725.00

Surya Navy Blue Stripes Contemporary Lines 6×9 Area Rug – Approx 6′ x 9′ $725.00

Chef Works CSBA-BCS Chalk Stripe Bib Apron with Pockets, 34-1/4-Inch Length by 27-Inch Width, Black/White $12.99 …

LunchSkins Reusable Sandwich and Snack Bags Set – 3 Pack Help reduce the 20 million single-use plastic sandwich bags that go into U.S. landfills daily by using the LunchSkins Reusable Sandwich and Snack Bags Set. Before first use, each bag should be turned inside-out, washed, and completely dried. The colors will fade and the fabric will soften with repeated use and multiple washings. You can personalize each LunchSkins bag by using a permanent marker o…

Chef Works A500 Striped Bib Apron Navy, French Blue and White 34-Inch L By 24-Inch W $19.22 Chef Works striped bib apron made from long wearing yarned-dyed poly/cotton fabric with a soil-release finish. The apron has an adjustable neck closure with center divided patch pocket. Great for the kitchen or just out on the grill!65/35 poly/cotton fabric with soil release finishAdjustable neck closure. Center divided patch pocket34-Inch L by 24-Inch WAvailable in 3 ColorsMachine was with like c…

God Bless America: The Ultimate Patriotic Album $10.18 …

The Military Band: Salute to the Services $5.79 …

Sousa Marches $4.97 …

SOG Trident Military Folding Knives – Black Blade The SOG Trident uses our well-proven means of delivering a knife blade to the open position with S.A.T. Now using our patent pending Arc-Actuator, the Trident locks stronger and releases easier. There is also a built-in safety to lock the blade closed. When it shows red, you are ready to go. What also makes the Trident so unique is the patent pending Groove in the handle, which allows the operator…

SOG Specialty Knives & Tools 1/2 Serrated Tiger Stripe TF-3 Trident $59.77 Blending elements from the Bowie, Tomcat, SEAL Pup, and Flash Series knives, SOG Specialty Knives and Tools has created a new breed of folding knife: the TF-3 Trident Knife with partially-serrated blade and tiger striped coating. Designed for use by Navy SEALs, the TF-3 features SOG’s grooved handle, which allows you to cut heavy cord and cable without having to open the specially designed blade. …

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Kikkerland Biodegradable Paper Straws, Blue and White Striped, Box of 144 $5.57 Add a little color to your party. Biodegradable paper straws. Liven up your table setting with these pixie stick, barber striped straws. Made with food safe ink. Box of 144 straws….

Kenneth Cole Reaction Mens Navy Stripe 2-button Suit $119.99 Classic stripes make for a timeless look in this sharp pant suit from Kenneth Cole Reaction. A notched lapel, spacious pockets and a double vent offer comfort and style to this two-button suit.

Joseph Abboud Men’s Navy Stripe 2-button Wool Suit $244.99 Classic stripes define this handsome navy suit from Joseph Abboud. Fully lined, a two-button, peak-collared jacket with spacious pockets and flattering flat-front pants finish this two-piece suit.

Evan Picone Women’s Navy Tonal Stripe One-button Pant Suit $81.99 Classic and refined, this fashionable navy pant suit from Evan Picone features a lovely tonal stripe. Fully lined, a single button jacket and flattering pants finish this fabulous pant suit.

MICHAEL Michael Kors Men’s Navy Stripe Wool Suit $170.99 This handsome pant suit from Michael Kors features a long-sleeve jacket with a stylish peaked, button-front closure and spacious pockets. Flat-front trousers complete this two-piece pant suit.

American Apparel Unisex Creme Navy Stripe Sailor Long Sleeve Pullover $26.99 A bold sailor stripe highlights this long sleeve top from American Apparel. Constructed of a soft cotton blend, this top features a longer length and is finished with a classic crewneck.

Ben Sherman Men’s Slim Fit Navy Stripe Wool Suit $190.99 A notched lapel, padded shoulders and two-button entry enhance the classic styling of this navy stripe suit from Ben Sherman. Double vents, flat front pants and four interior pockets finish this fine slim fit suit.

Oxford Republic Suit Separates Navy Stripe Coat $83.99 This stunning men’s jacket from Oxford Republic features a notched lapel and mitered sleeve vent cuffs with four sleeve buttons. Two besom pockets and a cranberry plaid lining highlight this stylish jacket..

Carlo Lusso Men’s Navy Blue Striped 2-button Suit $84.99 White pinstripes subtly style a classic two-button suit from Carlo Lusso. This striking suit is constructed with ease of movement in mind.

Navy Stripe Baratto Stitch King-size 3-piece Duvet Cover Set $129.99 Add classy comfort to your bedroom decor with this cotton sateen Baratto duvet cover set. This white duvet cover set is highlighted with navy blue embroidered stripes.

Anama Men’s Navy Stripe Henley Shirt $30.49 A classic stripe creates this navy shirt from Anama. With long-sleeves, this shirt is finished with a three-button collar detail and an Anama shield emblem.

Oxford Republic Suit Separates Navy Stripe Pants $42.99 Get that professional look you desire with these Oxford Republic navy stripe pants. These classic fit trousers feature a hook and eye closure with a tailored fly are finished with two front and two back pockets.

Handmade Luna Stripes Navy Wool Rug (3’6 x 5’6) $77.34 Invoke the feel and warmth of a country home with this stunning woolen hand-hooked rug. Meticulously made using a petit point stitches construction, make your favorite space feel right at home.

Jessica Simpson Junior’s Navy/ Grey Stripe Sweater FINAL SALE $26.34 Horizontal navy and grey stripes define this fashionable sweater from Jessica Simpson. Flattering 3/4-length sleeves finish this trendy turtleneck sweater. ALL SALES FINAL: NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES ON THIS ITEM.

Navy Stripe Baratto Stitch Full/ Queen-size 3-piece Duvet Cover Set $109.99 Add classy comfort to your bedroom decor with this cotton sateen Baratto duvet cover set. This white duvet cover set is highlighted with navy blue embroidered stripes.

Caravelli Italy Men’s Navy Thin Stripe 3-piece Vested Suit $153.99 This tailored, 3-piece suit offers classic quality you would expect from Caravelli Italy. Single-pleat pants, a 2-button jacket and a fitted vest complete the look of this navy suit.

Carlo Lusso Men’s Navy Blue Stripe 3-button Suit $78.99 A classic fit styles this timeless Carlo Lusso suit featuring a 3-button front. The navy striped suit was designed with ease of movement in mind.

Platinum Ties Men’s ‘Navy Subtle’ Striped Tie $26.99 Give your business wardrobe a handsome finishing touch with this tie from Platinum Ties. Constructed of durable poly-thread, this deep navy tie features subtle striated tonal stripes.

Enzo Tovare Men’s Navy Blue Striped Shirt $35.99 Made to wear as a sport shirt or dressed up with a tie, this button-down shirt from Enzo Tovare features a navy blue striped pattern. This 100-percent cotton shirt features skillful tailoring and elegant styling.

Navy Stripe Baratto Stitch Euro Sham $37.99 Dress up your bedroom decor with this classy Baratto Euro sham. Three navy blue embroidered stripes highlight this Euro sham.

Barrato Navy Stripe Decorative Pillow $38.76 Bring an added measure of class to your bedroom decor with this Boratto decorative pillow. Three navy blue embroidered stripes on all sides highlights this throw pillow.

Barrato Navy Stripe Neck Roll Pillow $34.68 Add a touch of class to your bedroom decor with this elegant Barrato platinum neck roll pillow. This neck roll features a triple baratto navy blue embroidered stripe pattern at either end.

H2W Navy/White Striped Faux Leather Drawstring Tote Bag $50.99 Bold navy and white rugby stripes and a drawstring rope detail highlight this H2W faux leather tote bag. This stylish tote bag is finished with goldtone hardware, a single rolled handle and three interior pockets.

Palm Beach Men’s Flat Front Navy Stripe Wool Dress Trousers $28.49 A classic flat-front style and stripe design highlight these durable wool trousers from Palm Beach.

Palm Beach Men’s Pleated Navy Striped Wool Dress Trousers $29.49 A classic pleated style and striped design highlight these durable wool trousers from Palm Beach.

Ashworth EZ-Tech Striped White/ Navy Polo Golf Shirt $31.49 This classic EZ-Tech polo shirt by Ashworth is constructed of comfortable cotton material. This shirt is completed with stripes and short-sleeve design so you can look your best on the links.

Mantoni Men’s Striped Navy Blue 3-button Wool Suit $183.99 A striped navy blue color and a luxurious 100-percent wool construction spotlights this classically tailored 3-button suit from Mantoni. This striking wool suit is ideal for the office or any time you need to look your best.

Etro Milano Men’s Silk Navy Striped Tie $65.99 This elegant tie from Etro Milano features 100-percent silk construction in navy. A white and grey diagonal striped pattern adds style to this classic tie.

Classic Stripes Navy Rug (5′ x 8′) $163.19 Add a splash of color to any room with a new area rug Contemporary rug is hand-tufted of polyacrylic Rug displays stunning gem tones of navy blue and red

Caravelli Men’s Navy Stripe Two-button Suit $89.99 Classic and refined, this navy suit from Caravelli features a fashionable two-button jacket with a single vent and spacious pockets. Fully lined, flattering pleated pants finish this handsome suit. .

Carlo Lusso Men’s Navy Stripe 2-button Suit $77.99 This striking suit from Carlo Lusso is ideal for the office or any time you need to look your best. The suit is constructed with ease of movement in mind, and offers a comfortable fit packed with visual appeal.

Arnold Brant Men’s Navy Shadow Stripe Wool Slim-fit Suit $280.99 This stylish Arnold Bryant wool suit features a stunning navy color with a shadow stripe. A two-button, notched lapel jacket and flat-front trousers complete the look of this handsome suit.

Navy Southwestern Stripe Rug (4′ x 6′) $42.49 Color-fast yarn and a classic Southwestern design highlight this machine-made rug. This area rug features shades of blue, red, white, green and gold.

Azul Swimwear Girl’s Stripe Navy/ Pink Swimsuit $47.99 We accept returns on new swimwear items. To guarantee your refund, all tags and liners, if applicable, must be attached. This adorable swimsuit from Azul Swimwear features a striped navy top with a cute bow embellishent.

Mantoni Men’s Striped Navy Blue 3-button Wool Suit $201.99 A charming striped navy blue color and a luxurious 100-percent wool construction spotlights this classic-fit, 3-button suit from Mantoni. This striking wool suit is well made and offers the best of both fit and visual appeal.

Ferrecci Men’s Navy Stripe 3-button Suit $78.99 A thin, subtle pinstripe and notched lapel highlight this three-button suit from Ferrecci. The flat-front trousers of this classic men’s suit are unhemmed for easy customization.