How can you pull off a mixed prints look? It’s actually really easy. Plus, it’s an outfit that you can probably create by just taking a peek in your closet (three cheers for saving money!) However, there are a few simple tricks on how to tackle the trend. Here are my suggestions..
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TIPS TO MIXING PRINTS LIKE A PRO:
- Stay in the same color pallet – Black and white is the easiest color pallet to use, and one of my personal favorites because it’s incredibly chic. I chose to mix houndstooth with checkered print, but there are other great color combos that look great together. One tip? Try to stick with two colors to avoid looking mismatched.
- Prints that share one similar color – If you want to add another color to your outfit, just make sure the two prints share a similar color. Example: A navy and white striped shirt paired with a navy and pink polka-dot skirt. The navy keeps the outfit looking pulled-together.
- Mix similar prints of different sizes – Small stripes and big stripes. Small polka dots and big polka dots. The different proportions look so cool together! I chose to mix a small checkered print on my scarf with a larger one on my coat.
- Mix the same print in different colors – Example: A dainty floral print turquoise top paired with a dainty floral print magenta skirt. They’re both floral prints and the color combination works. Be bold and go for it!
- Break things up with one neutral – A great way to keep a mixed print outfit pulled together is to throw on one plain-colored piece with it. Example: A plaid top and polka dot pats looks a little less busy with a solid sweater over top. You can even use a belt as a divider.
NO-FAIL PRINT PALS:
Stripes, houndstooth, leopard or cheetah print, polka-dots & checkered – These all look great together and are pieces you can wear again and again paired with multiple other items in your closet .
I hope this helped a bit if you’re trying to get into mixing prints! Do you have any tips for creating outfits with mixed patterns? I’d love to know! Leave a comment below and don’t forget to subscribe to my email list for more styling advice and giveaway notifications!
Love, Lindsey
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love this post! xx
Thank you so much!
Wow, this look is so good❤and your print game is super strong
-xx,Sia
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Aww thanks girl!
Great post and outfit! 🙂
-Racquel
http://www.Purposely-you.com
This is print perfection! Love these different prints and how well they work together! So chic!
xoxo, Vanessa
http://www.WhatWouldVWear.com
Thanks so much Vanessa!
The post is so great! I really love your blog:)
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I´m always so afraid of mixing prints but now I´m definitely going to try more. I love your monochrome variation here! It makes a very simple outfit a bit more special!
xx Lisa | http://www.followinglisa.com
Thanks so much Lisa! And I can’t wait to see your mixed print look! Black and white is definitely the easiest way to start. So many options 🙂
This looks fantastic – you pulled it off beautifully! Thanks for the tips – this is a scary trend lol
-Clarissa @ The View From Here
Yess girl! Mixing prints in an outfit is definitely tricky but it seems like you’ve perfected the skill! I love how you limited the colors in this outfit to black and white… it definitely keeps the outfit classy even while having multiple prints <3
XO Jessi,
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I LOVE mixing prints- gives a look so much more personality! This combo is PERFECTION!
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Thanks so much Christie!
Great tips and great styling! You look so stylish x
Thank you Maria! Have a great day 🙂
You look so pretty! Love this whole look <3
Blessings,
Edye | http://gracefulcoffee.com
So, so pretty! Love this monochrome mixing of prints babe!
xx, Amy
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Love this look! Seriously, you pull this off so well!
xx,
amanda
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I love this! You are so chic! Obsessed!
xo
Claudia
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Love the different black and white patterns combined together! x
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You are perfection! Love everything about this look!!!!
Xx Brandi
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Hey thanks for the tutorial, I have been dipping my toe in the print mixing, these are great tips and LOVE the styling and the photography here.
Allie of
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Great tips. I love mixed prints. You outfit is so chic. You mastered it for sure. 🙂
I like to use the same color palette and in different types of prints too. I usually stick to only 2 prints and use texture if it isn’t too busy already. 🙂 Mixing colors is fun, but I donated most of my printed pieces. Would love to add some back into the wardrobe again though. 🙂
Xo,
Miki
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that is epic!! love how you mixed it so well and how it all goes together 🙂
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what top are you wearing in the latest issue of ‘People Style Watch’ ? I can’t find it. Grey top with a polka top underneath. What is the top on top ?
Great tips, I’m going to be trying some of these, especially the floral prints. <3
I definitely need to try out the mix patterned look! I love how you styled all the prints!
xx,
amanda
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In InStyle mag, you have a great embellished tee over a patterned blouse. @thenomisniche Where did you get that tee? I’ve been looking everywhere!!
I found it. I had asked the same thing. It’s from Target WhoWhatWear a year or so ago.