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Walking among the colorful, striped geological layers feels like stepping inside a giant painting made by nature itself.—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026 The silk weave and striped pattern are sophisticated in a bohemian kind of way.—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2026 Bertinelli, at 65 and perennially adorable in a beret, glasses and comfy striped sweater, is chatting from her bedroom, sipping from a mug and sharing unvarnished insights about love, self-acceptance and moving beyond traumas that might otherwise define us.—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026 And if your bedroom needs a refresh, snag a striped duvet cover made from lightweight cotton.—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for striped