How to Achieve a More 2026 Look with Jeans and Ballet Flats This Fall: Embrace This Shirt Trend

      There are few pairings as timeless as straight-leg jeans and ballet flats. However, those with a keen sense of style know that to keep their wardrobe up-to-date each season, they must blend current trends with classic staples. Julia Roberts appears to fit this mold, having chosen to wear a retro-striped polo shirt. Recently, she was seen walking the streets of New York City, merging seamlessly (as much as one of the most famous actresses can) with the stylish locals of Manhattan. She donned the traditional combination of straight-leg blue jeans and ballet flats (the currently popular minimalist style that fits like a glove). The retro-striped polo shirt she wore is set to become an even greater trend by fall. In 2026, the fashion scene has wholeheartedly embraced retro-striped tees and polos, with numerous trendy brands participating. Roberts chose a knitwear-style piece from TWP, which gave her basics a fresh 2026 touch, setting her apart from the typical outfits of plain tees, jeans, and ballet flats. Keep scrolling to see the effectiveness of this shirt trend for yourself, and check out my selection of stylish retro-striped polo shirts to wear now and into the fall.

      The Trend on Julia Roberts

      (Image credit: BrosNYC/Backgrid) On Julia Roberts: TWP SS Polo Sweater With Stripes ($625); Alex Mill The Perfect Weekday Tote ($175) Get the Look

      TWP SS Polo Sweater With Stripes

      Shop More Retro Striped Polo Shirts

      MANGO Knitted Polo-Neck Sweater

      Reformation Bentley Cotton-Blend Short-Sleeve Polo Sweater Shirt

      Banana Republic Crochet Stripe Cotton Sweater Polo

      Prada Short-Sleeved Striped Cotton Polo Shirt

      J.Crew Boyfriend Jersey Drawstring-Waist Polo Shirt in Stripe

      Reformation Skye Cashmere Polo

      Homme Girls X Fruit of the Loom Striped Long Sleeve Polo

      Aritzia Interlock Cotton Eton Longsleeve

      LE BOP Short Sleeve Striped Polo