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joy0302 · Kate Spade

Mixing Patterns???

Elle · Hermes

I really like doing it - I think it can add interest to an outfit without necessarily introducing a bunch of colors to the mix.

I think it looks best when you have one 'main' pattern - the one that's the largest, or loudest, and then another supporting pattern, that's more subtle and/or smaller in scale. Texture can count as a pattern too, perhaps the most subtle of all. Breaking it up with other solid items helps too - you could pair your striped shirt and polka dot skirt with a wide black belt and a solid grey or beige cardigan to quiet the mix of prints if it feels a little out there. I'd probably wear a bright or otherwise completely unexpected shoe with an ensemble like that because I like the sort of offhand/offbeat feel, but you could also add another texture with your shoe and keep it more neutral.

Kelly · Hermes

I think it can be really cute if done well. I think Elle pretty much said everything I would say, I just wanted to second it :)

Suasoria · Chanel

I think it sounds cute but I want a peekture!

joy0302 · Kate Spade

polkastripe-1.jpg picture by joy0302 Ok here goes! Don't laugh at me! LOL!

Perhaps with a blue jean jacket? Hmm....can't decide if I can embrace this trend.

XtinaStyles · Marc Jacobs

joy0302 wrote:

Ok here goes! Don't laugh at me! LOL!

Perhaps with a blue jean jacket? Hmm....can't decide if I can embrace this trend.

<3 it

Alegria · Kate Spade

That looks super cute!

Boots · Gucci

I like it a lot!

Elle pretty much nailed it in her explanation. I think mixing patterns when done right can really make an outfit look fresh and modern. I think you accomplished that.

gossipgirl · Dooney & Bourke

Totally cute - you just gotta own it now!

TheLovelyLady71 · Hermes

WOW! I actually LIKE IT too! I'm a lil' skeptical myself, but hey -- I'll TRY anything once! LOL

Suasoria · Chanel

A denim jacket and wide red belt would help because it would tone down the stripes. For me it's a pass. I think the patterns are both too bold. I love the pieces individually though.