How to Wear Mixed Prints

Getting a handle on the mixed print trend brings a whole other dimension to your wardrobe you can mix and match to your hearts content and get so many more outfits out of your wardrobe.

How To Make it Work

1. Try and get at least one colour that is in both prints to give a sense of continuity.

2. Choose your accessories wisely - keep them simple and stick to neutral colours (beige, black, white)

3. Stick to two prints max and the same colour family in your total look.

4. Scale go for one bold print and one smaller less dominant print, two prints of equal scale will be overwhelming.

5. Give it a go and have fun! It is amazing what can look good once you try it on :-)

Olivia Palermo & Emma Watson Wearing mixed prints

Here are some examples to get you started: 

For a fun off-duty look, I love the contrast of red stripes and these letter-print shorts. Play up the fun of the graphic shorts with neon accessories and Ray-Bans.

Don't be afraid to go bold and bright with your patterns. These work perfectly because they hit the same tribal-feeling notes. They don't have to coordinate exactly, but you should see some common themes or colors mirrored in each. As for your add-ons, opt for chunkier heels and dark colors that can stand up to your prints.

For a take on polished prints, keep your palette monochromatic, save for a pop of color on a pretty-patterned blouse. Working with black and white will feel supersophisticated, then add in a few luxe details, like embellished flats and a pair of cat-eye shades.

Stripes and florals pair perfectly together in the same color families. Go for a strong striped shirt in black, white, or navy, then add in an all-over flowered print that plays with the same hues. Complete the look with neutral accessories that won't compete for attention. 

 

 

Enjoy! 

Love Siobhan X