Assembling a wardrobe is a delightful task many people embrace and prints are a great add of color and wonderful personality to any wardrobe. Even those who have many prints in their closet may wish to add a few more. But it is important they add prints that make sense with their existing fashion items.

Today, it’s possible to use prints with ease and create a look that is perfectly put together at the same time. When mixing prints, it’s good to keep certain principles and ideas in mind.

For example, using neutrals can help create a backdrop for florals and pay off with a look that totally says who you are no matter where you’re going. 

Set the Stage

Neutrals are colors such as brown, white and black… they  set the stage. These colors are easy to wear and look good. If you like animal prints, they often come in many different neutral colors. Using neutrals will help balance several different kinds of animal prints in a single look. One print might have zebra stripes while the next has spots that call to mind the hide of a leopard. The use of neutral colors can highlight what the two prints have in common. This a good way to show off many styles of animal prints that are always in fashion. 

The Same Size

Another factor to bear in mind when pairing more than one print in the same outfit is the scale of the print. Prints come in many different sizes. Some are tiny while others are more graphic. Each print should have a similar feel to it and a similar sense when seen close up and from a distance. For example, if you are looking for lovely dresses from Pink Coconut Boutique, you’ll find many great choices in varied, pretty prints.

Look for prints that have the same kind of pattern scale. For example, a print with a climbing vine can be paired successfully with one that has a roses and lots of branches of sinuous climbing ivy. The same is true of other kinds of prints like those with straight lines. The goal is to craft a look that does not jar the eye. 

The Length

The length and direction of the prints they have on hand are something that all women should keep in mind as they consider which prints are going to go together with ease. Some prints are horizontal while others are of a vertical bent. Women who are petite should consider using prints that help add length to their overall look. A series of stripes that goes across the bodice to the neck can help any woman look taller. She can use thick, bold stripes for the top that help emphasize her curvaceous figure. To offer contrast, consider a print with softer stripes that taper from the waist to the leg. This look is one that can easily go from day into night and look perfect.

A horizontal print often works well with skirts. Horizontal prints are a good choices for top and bottom bathing suits. Use a different print for the bikini top and another for the bottom. It’s a summer look that is very flirty and says summer with ease. 

Using Accessories Well

Accessories are another important consideration to keep in mind when choosing different kinds of prints. Accessories can help create a color scheme that brings both of the patterns together. These are also items that can create glamour. For example, take your favorite bold silver parure and use it to help make it all work. A set of dangling earrings along with a necklace and bracelet in the same shade can also draw the eye to your face and make the look totally sophisticated. The same is true of other items like shoes and a handbag. Your shoes can help add height and additional details. High heels are a good choice for two prints with stripes. Look for shoes that continue the stripe theme. A pair that has two different colors can also be used to help bring out a color scheme that is found in both the prints you’re using. Your handbag can also add an additional hint of color that gives the look that extra bit of oomph.