This document discusses striped patterns as a trend for spring 2012. It notes that classic Breton stripes will be seen in eccentric bright colors and unusual shapes on runways. It encourages pairing striped clothing with colorful accessories. Several excerpts comment that stripes will be a prominent trend for the season in items like knit tops, dresses, handbags and shoes. Stripes are described as a perennially fashionable pattern that can refresh and add edge to outfits from head to toe when worn from top to bottom.