There is always that one lady who mixes prints and patterns that makes head turn. She understands fashion and knows how to combine colours and patterns to look fabulous.
Do you wish you can mix prints and patterns like a pro? It is not as difficult as it may seem.
Here are guidelines on how to mix prints and patterns:
1.Keep colours cohesive
This would save you from making major fashion faux-pas. Try to ensure your colours blend and there is a bit of coordination. Match colours not prints or patterns. If the colours go together, then the prints or patterns would go to. You can never go wrong in mix matching black and white prints and patterns.
2. Stick to two colours
To play safe , just stick to two prints and patterns of the same colours e.g black and white. If you clash patterns, it is better to stick to the same tones e.g pastels with pastels, polka dots with polka dots
3. Pick one busy item
Pick one busy item to pair with one that has simpler patterns and fewer colours.
4.Go for same brand pieces
Mix-matching colours, patterns and prints of same brand would prevent colour riot or any major fashion faux pas. In most cases, brands produce the same range of wears in a season.
5. Layer with a solid colour
Break up the different printed pieces by layering a solid on top to quiet down all the pattern or print. Match at least one colour all through. If you are mix matching patterns or prints, ensure they have at least one similar colour.
Lastly, be adventurous and come out of your comfort zone. You should ditch plain wears and try something exciting like mix matching prints and patterns. Florals will go with polka dots, stripes, lettered prints and other florals.