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Matilda Stanley

If anyone knows how to style sporty side-stripe trousers, it's Mel C, and I love her grown-up take on this trending look

A headshot of mel c.

If I asked you to close your eyes and picture Mel C’s wardrobe, I can guarantee that a sporty tracksuit would pop into your mind. The singer’s look was iconic back in the 90s, and although her Spice Girls days are behind her, we love that she still likes to revisit her signature athletic look but with a grown-up spin.

One of the biggest spring/summer fashion trends of 2026, side stripe trousers are having a major moment. The leg-lengthening silhouette makes your pins look endless, drawing the eye down your silhouette, and they add a relaxed and sporty spin to any ensemble.

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