Summer is a great time to experiment with daring prints and bright patterns in clothing. In such cool designs, tropical florals, geometrics, or animal prints can add that exciting oomph to an outfit. But for sure, bold prints can be really intimidating for anyone to wear by balancing the rest of the look accordingly.
Well, that’s not a problem! A few tips and tricks here and there, and you definitely can sport those bold prints with ease and turn out looking effortlessly stylish throughout summers.
In this blog, we show how to pull off bold prints this summer-from pairing patterns to accessorizing colors. Let’s dive into it!
1. Create a Statement Piece
The thing with bold prints is balance. Rather than going the whole hog and having a number of prints clash in your outfit, start off with one loud, statement-making piece to anchor your outfit-a printed dress, shirt, or even trousers.
How to Style It:
- Printed Bold Dresses: The bright floral or abstract print dress does not overpower the onlookers since everything is put together and keeps the outfit interesting. Wear with very simple accessories-say, neutral-colored sandals or a small handbag-to shift all the focus to it.
- Printed Tops: If one is not ready to wear a full attire in print, try that with a printed top-graphic T-shirt, vibrant-colored blouse, or fun-patterned crop top. Then, balance it off with some plain-colored jeans, skirts, or shorts.
- Printed Trousers: One loud pair of printed pants can say it all-floral, stripes, or tropical. Let the rest of the outfit stay mute with a plain top complemented with fitting accessories.
Tip:
But, of course-if you are a bold print beginning, balance out one show-stopper piece with the rest of your minimalist attire. That way, the print pops and the overall look would feel far more pulled-together.
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2. Mix Prints the Right Way
Once you are confident wearing bold prints, try mixing and matching different prints together for a look that’s truly high fashion. Mixing prints can feel a bit daunting until one learns to follow a couple of easy rules, and then this becomes much easier than previously thought.
How to Mix Prints:
- Color-scheme complementing is all matched w/ their color print matching. You would try keeping colors cohesive with mixed prints as often as possible, and with flowers with stripes, you decide to have on for example, try making sure those stripes at least have colors in its shade that reflect on and complement the others with your reds, floral print tee probably has dominant, wear stripes featuring an integrated hue of this same color or close alternatives.
- Mix Different Scale Prints: One good way not to overwhelm the look is by combining prints in different scales. For instance, take a big and bold floral pattern and mix it with a much smaller and subtle geometric print. It strikes a good balance with large florals combined with small stripes or polka dots.
- Also, never wear more than two prints in one outfit so it doesn’t clash. That could be printed on top and some printed pants, or some flower on the scarf and a stripy dress; stuff just like that, just make sure that the prints are not fighting.
Tip:
The key to mixing prints is keeping accessories minimal. Avoid over-accessorizing your look with too much visual noise. Neutral shoes, bags, and jewelry are all safe choices that won’t fight with your outfit.
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3. Go All Out with Monochromatic Prints
Probably the easiest way to include bold prints in your outfits during summer through monochromatic prints, this fashion style includes putting one print in different shades of color, and that way, it won’t feel too overwhelming from your end.
How to Style It:
- Mono-colour floral dresses: A flower in shades of different blues or pinks will make for chic and cohesive wear with low contrast. Use neutral accessories and shoes to make way for the print to lead.
- Stripes or polka dots: If you have a penchant for classic prints, monochromatic stripes or polka dots-black and white, navy and white, etc.-can make for bold and stylish statements.
Tip:
Monochrome prints are great for pattern play, sans the worry of clashing colors. You can always mix textures in the same color family to add depth and dimension.
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4. Balance Bold Prints with Neutrals
You won’t want it to be chaotic, so balance bold prints with neutrals to keep your outfit in check. That way, it will make sure the print pops but your general look is polished and put together.
How to Style It:
- Printed Skirts with Plain Tops: A loudly printed skirt-floral or tropical-might be balanced with a solid-colored top in neutral tones: white, black, or beige. This way, the print is the focus and does not make an outfit overall too overwhelming.
- Printed Shorts with Basic Tees: Well, this can be one of the really effortless summer outfits-printed shorts or trousers with a plain tee or a tank top. It would come to an end with neutral tone shoes and accessories.
- Neutral Footwear & Bags: Whenever there is too much print on an outfit, then neutral footwear and bags are always a cool-down. Simple nude sandals or classic white sneakers do wonders and complement the boldness of the print without stealing its thunder.
Tip:
Wear neutral-colored shoes, bags, and jewelry if your outfit is printed. It doesn’t make your look very busy and lets the print take the focus.
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5. Add Fun Accessories
Accessories bring in a lot of your personality to the printed outfit. Accessorize yourself with something which would complement or add to your bold prints-not clash with them.
How to Style It:
- Printed Accessories: If all-over print is too bold for you, then incorporate some printed accessories into your attire. A colored scarf, printed handbag, or patterned shoes give an edge to the attire sans being too bold.
- Contrast with Solid Accessories: On the other hand, sometimes you’ll want to balance a bold print with solid-colored accessories. A neutral bag, shoes, or hat can keep your look from feeling overly busy, while still letting the print shine.
Tip:
Avoid going overboard with accessories when wearing bold prints. The print should be the statement piece of your outfit, so choose accessories that complement rather than compete with it.
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6. Texture Play
One of the easiest ways to keep bold prints feeling fresh and interesting is with different textures. Mixing fabrics with bold prints adds depth to an outfit and gives it that put-together, stylized feel.
How to Style It:
- Printed Tops with Textured Fabrics: Team a printed top with denim shorts, linen skirts, or textured cotton pants. The softness of the print contrasted with texture creates interest in the look for visual appeal.
- Layering with Textures: In case of layering, mix and match the textures; opt for a knitted cardigan or light cotton jacket for a laid-back appeal.
Tip:
When pairing textures with prints, consider color palette. A printed top paired with a textured skirt or pant in neutrals will balance out the look.
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7. Choose the Right Fabrics for Summer
So while summer‘s a good time to give bold prints a shot, for now it’s time to get your head around fabrics. Light and airy, breathable fabrics keep you cool and more comfortable–and therefore will aid you in pulling off the brightness with poise.
How to Style It:
- Cotton & Linen: These are lightweight, airy fabrics; hence, they work amazingly as printed summer dresses, shirts, and pants. Any one of these in bright colors or patterns will serve the purpose of keeping cool yet stylish.
- Flowy Silks: For the more sophisticated take on the bold prints, silk and satin fabrics wear really well with prints. A printed silk blouse or a dress adds such a high level of sophistication to your summer wardrobe.
Tip:
Choose fabrics that are fitting with the occasion and weather–light and airy for days when it is extremely hot, and a bit weightier for cooler evenings and dressier occasions.
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Conclusion: Confidence Is Key
Summer is all about bold prints, all in the name of confidence and fun with style. Florals, stripes, animal, abstract prints-any print goes so long as it is bold. It’s the bold prints that will let your personality be known; you’ll really stick out in a crowd. Great if done right-just pull off a balance: start with one printed piece, mix with neutrals, and keep accessories simple. And don’t be scared to experiment, have fun, and play with patterns and textures and colors that make you great.
Let the vibrant mood of summer reflect in your outfits and really bring out that fun, carefree vibe of this amazing season. And the bolder the prints, the more confident you feel in them-the more stylishly effortless you look!
