If you crave pattern, but find yourself overwhelmed, striped rugs are an excellent choice to seamlessly upgrade your space. Stripes are one of the most simple and versatile prints to work with - they can fit in with almost any style of furniture, and can be fun or sophisticated depending on the stripe you choose. Vertically striped rugs create the optical illusion of length, adding depth to otherwise shallow spaces. Meanwhile, thick or thin horizontal striped rugs are great for creating a quirky sense of rhythm and repetition that evokes a day at the beach. Go ahead - bring home a little bit of the nautical charm to your home.