STYLE TREND : MIXED PRINTS!

Back in the day, we made fun of people who matched different prints in their outfit. It was unforgivable! But these days unconventional style is in. Oh yeah.. And we love it!
There comes a time in our lives when we get tired of being stale. We need to try out new and exciting stuff to balance out all the crazy stuff in life.
Now mixing prints can be a little dicey. And yes, its tricky. Its a scary stunt to pull sometimes but once you get the hang of it, it can change your life.
So we'll be looking at  a few ways to rock the mixed print look and look fabulous like you are...

1. Start bold. The first step to building your ensemble is finding the star piece, whether it be a loud floral or a leopard printed blazer, use this piece as your jumping off point.

2. Mixing polka dots and stripes is one of the easiest ways to achieve a mixed look. For those of you who are still a bit weary these are the patterns for you. Stick with black and white for a classically chic ensemble and add a dash of color with a killer bag or pair of heels.

3. Choose a color family. Similar colors and palettes will help blend your prints, while still making a statement.

4. Scale is key. Once you have your larger, bold print, be sure to pair it with a smaller, less dominate print. Two prints of equal scale will give your ensemble an overwhelming appearance and could be unpleasing to the eye.

5. Avoid three. I always suggest limiting your mixing to two patterns. You don't want to go overboard. If your look calls for a third piece, go with a white blouse or a simple cardigan to tone down your prints.

6. Accessorize accordingly. The right accessories can be the key to breaking up your ensemble. Try using solid coloured items to tie your ensemble together like an oversized clutch or a belt.

 7. Try texture. If you're too nervous to mix your prints, try a more subtle approach by mixing different textured pieces, like a ruffled or polka dot blouse with a lace skir

     

So go on ladies.. Explore... And  mix, mix, mix!