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There’s nothing like a little pattern to kick up a boring little bag, pillow or outfit. Try on a different stripe with a few of these options.

Open case

The striped Luna card case beats the pants off the traditional money-clip-style cases, and offers more storage than most. $16. flight001.com

Pillow talk

Style up the boring old couch with stripes of gold, blue and chocolate brown. $39.95. zgallerie.com

Eco-stripes

The envirosax bags promote green-friendly shopping and roll up small enough to fit in a purse. Available in many styles and colors, shown here in the unisex style, Monochromatic Bag 1. $8.50. envirosax.com

Sweater appeal

Snuggle up with this cashmere striped turtleneck sweater from C&C California, with flattering ruching at the bust and back. $171.50. shopbop.com

That’s tight

Combat the cold with these colorful tights that have grown-up appeal. $12.50. welovecolors.com

Business casual

The striped laptop tote is a slimmed down version of the bulky, factory-issued bags with zippered padded computer pocket and accessory pocket. $134.99. wrapables.com