prints can be a terrifying thing.it is so easy to go from fashionable to tacky.
For example, you put the zebra print shrug over a purple leopard tunic with the black and white pin stripe suit pants and the amethyst pendant with metallic pumps and voila. You have a horrendous getup.*
That doesn't mean you should just stay clear of all prints. or even from mixing print.
Just follow these steps, and you will be strutting your stuff in beautiful polka dot zebra print dresses.(or not)
1- Mix big prints with small prints.
The bigger print should be where you want the eye to look. Just don't mix two big prints. That is just overkill.
2- Wear solid accessories
Adding a belt or jacket in a solid is a great way to separate the print.
Try not to let them blend together, prints are supposed to catch the eye, not be visually challenging.
Not feeling bold enough to mix to prints in the same outfit? add the extra prints in your accessories, like leopard print shoes and lace earring. It adds a pop to the outfit without being overpowering.
Multiple prints are one of my newest favourite looks.
Yesterday I pulled together an all print outfit for a party.
a pink polka dotted shrug on a solid black tank top. tucked into a blue plaid skirt. With a white small plaid scarf with a corduroy flower broach.
It may sound tacky, but trust me, it worked.
the moral of the story.
Prints are as harmless as a lion.....while it is sleeping.
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~~Printed Pixie
10 days gone.
12 to go.
* Thank you sis for that 'look'
