In the forests, fields, and backyards of North America, the striped skunk is an unmistakable sight. Its bold black-and-white stripes are more than just a fashion statement—they’re a warning.

Zebras are black with white stripes due to their fur and melanin production. Various theories explain why zebras are striped, ...

History buffs know the image well: a score of U.S. fighter planes sporting the now-iconic black and white stripes across their wings soaring over Normandy as the Allies mounted one of the most ...

Nacho Polo’s bathroom in Madrid features bold black and white stripes. “Stripes can completely transform how we experience a space,” he says.