Don’t be afraid to mix and match patterns. Patterns are an excellent way to make a statement and have some fun in your wardrobe. I’m super obsessed with florals and prints. If you’ve been sticking to the same ol’ basics – it’s time to let loose and try something new, sweetie. Just be sure that the patterns complement each other rather than clashing. And always keep in mind, when in doubt, polka dots and stripes always work.
Treat Strips as a neutral. They go with absolutely everything. And style stripes with a bright color to make a statement. Or keep it neutral and style them it just about anything. Strips and polka dots always go with floral. When pairing florals with stripes, go for patterns in different sizes, so one is more dominant than the other. For example, combine larger flowers with smaller stripes or vice versa.
Below, you can see I have a striped tee layered under a denim jacket, along with a printed floral skirt. Major vacay vibes, right! Who says you can’t mix and match patterns?
If you’re still feeling out of your comfort zone, start with a smaller and less bolder print. For instance, start with polka dots. A polka dot skirt with a horizontal striped top is classic. Yet, always winning. Add a statement necklace to it and boom. Sweetie, you’re going to be turning all heads around town.
Florals are fun! Florals with letter or graphic tees make everything so much more fun. Florals are my go to prints for any occasion. Florals also go with almost everything. You can dress it up for a classy night out or dress it down for brunch! Either way, florals make all heads turn.
Below, is a photo of a printed floral skirt with a casual white tee. This is a great way to step your styling game from the same ol’ basic block colors you’ve been wearing for the last 10 years. And remember accessorizing is a must. Accessories complement your outfit for that added touch.
Skirt: Leopard prints, ahhh! So fallish! A woman looks hot wearing leopard prints. Leopards symbolize power, independence and confidence-making leopard print outfits a good look; especially for business. Leopard print is trending and it gives you the chance to be bold. One huge tip for leopard print is – don’t wear tight leopard print. Wearing a leopard print dress that is too short, super tight or revealing can come off on the tacky side. No- Big no! That’s not what we want. It has to be clean, traditional and a modest length. Wear a leopard dress with a pair of stylish earrings. A great way to take a walk on the wild side is with a fabulous bootie to go with your leopard printed dress layered with a leather jacket. This look can be classy and cool or elegant and sexy. Leopard print goes a long way.
Another take away – look at the colors colors, not the patterns. For instance, start by matching not prints, but colors. If the colors of your outfit look good together, most of the patterns on those pieces will work together too. But, again, when in doubt, you can never go wrong with black and white prints.
Be adventures and don’t be afraid to be confident. Break the rules and be confident. Own your look in the craziest combination, you’re the new trendsetter.
I hope you enjoyed my styling tips. Send me photos of your patterns and I can’t wait to see how beautiful you look in these prints. Everyone has to make a statement somewhere. XOXO!
