Diane Kruger (one of the rare young actresses who doesn’t always rely on a stylist) is a paragon of chicness. Is there a look this girl doesn’t get right??

Today, Kruger gives us a master class on how to wear skinny diagonal stripes in a flattering, un-busy way. The trick: Keep the rest of your outfit pared down, WAY down. Discreet earrings, one pretty cuff, a jewel-tone clutch and delicate, spaghetti-strap sandals add just the right amount of flair.

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Conveniently, Hilary Duff stepped up the same week to demonstrate how to look genius in WIDE diagonal stripes. The key here is to play off the big-statement pattern with something sleek and slim-fitting (like slim black denim) and, again, keep jewelry statements to a minimum.

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I realize that diagonal stripes can have intimidating, Pat Benatar overtones – but they work wonders at playing up feminine curves, so I encourage you to give them a try.

When in doubt, start with a pinstripe!

xoxo,

Loren