Print Mixing 101
Kelli Conway • 04/07/2018
Photo: Catwalk Yourself
Is there a fashion "rule" that feels more outdated than 'don't mix your prints'? Okay...maybe 'don't wear white after Labor Day' is up there, too. And yet, despite the countless seasons of pattern-clashing street-style inspiration, we still might hesitate before placing two different graphics together. It doesn't have to be this way!
Ever wonder how to mix frilly florals with bold geometric prints? What about the same print in different colors? To truly print-clash like a pro, we've got a couple pairings that make it look easy and cool. Before you know it, you might just turn that all-black wardrobe of yours upside-down.
Leopard on Stripes
They're called classics for a reason—so keep 'em handy and throw them on together. Since both can act like a neutral, it's a sure-fire way to dip your toe into the print-mixing pool.
They're called classics for a reason—so keep 'em handy and throw them on together. Since both can act like a neutral, it's a sure-fire way to dip your toe into the print-mixing pool.
Gingham on Gingham
When thinking "mixed prints," your instinct might be to grab two totally different patterns, but consider sticking to a single theme or family.
When thinking "mixed prints," your instinct might be to grab two totally different patterns, but consider sticking to a single theme or family.
Plaid on Florals
With the '90s being the decade of inspiration du jour for designers this year, we have to talk about florals and plaid. Luckily, an oversized menswear blazer with a moody floral dress looks incredibly chic and sophisticated (and, yes, far from the '90s grunge scene).
With the '90s being the decade of inspiration du jour for designers this year, we have to talk about florals and plaid. Luckily, an oversized menswear blazer with a moody floral dress looks incredibly chic and sophisticated (and, yes, far from the '90s grunge scene).