How to: Mix Prints

Mixing print upon print can be very tricky. I have three rules when achieving this and unless you are prepared to follow them, do not attempt this look.

First, if you are going to mix prints, make sure the prints share similar colors. You would not mix an orange and yellow stripe bottom with a navy and white polka dotted shirt. That just says, “I got dressed in the dark.”

inspiration via Shopbop

Second, make sure one print is bigger and more visible than the other. For example, if you were to pair a stripe with a floral, one print should be the “dominant” one. 

inspiration via Shopbop

Third, keep jewelry and accessories simple. If you are going to wear such a busy ensemble, wear basic colored shoes and simple gold jewelry.