Broad purplish cutaneous striae e The typical red- purple livid striae greater than 1 cm in diameter are most frequently found on the abdomen but may also be present on the upper thighS, breasts, and armsBroad purplish cutaneous striae The typical red-purple livid striae greater than 1 cm in diameter are most frequently found on the abdomen but may also be present on the upper thighs, breasts, and arms