Feeling brave? Why not try out some print clashing!
June 4, 2021
If you are someone who likes to play it safe, it’s time to push yourself out of your comfort zone and experiment with your wardrobe! Admittedly, print clashing takes a little bit of courage but it is great fun and very on trend.
The ‘rules’ are simple – there are none! In fact, the more courageous you are, the more considered the outfit will appear. However, if the concept is new to you, I would suggest trying the following to ease you in:
- Stripes worn with florals (or animal print with spots) creates an easy start and these are items which most of us will have in our wardrobes. You can even just use a floral scarf with a striped top to get you going.
- Use complementary colours (if you are not sure what these are, have a look at my earlier blog on colours which work well together.
- Separating the clash with a waist belt suggests a sense of informed decision in your look and can add the perfect finishing touch.
Once you’ve found your confidence with this look, you can begin to consider the benefits of flattering print placement too! A vertical line down the middle of a blouse or dress is great for larger busts as it elongates and narrows. Broken stripes on an outfit causes confusion to the eye and can create a distraction from a rounded tummy. In fact, prints in general can be hugely successful in disguising unwanted lumps and bumps!
BEWARE!!! This look does come with one warning! Trying to make the prints match has the potential to leave you with an outfit where onlookers are not entirely sure whether you are making a statement or got dressed in the dark! Print clashing is about mixing it up with CONFIDENCE, so if you still feel nervous but are desperate to give it a try, keep an eye out for the garments which have been made featuring two prints of different patterns or colours already for you.
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