One trend that we see time and time again across catwalks is print. It gets refreshed and revived season-on-season and yet many of us still get sweaty-palmed and slightly nauseous at the thought of mixing prints together.

It isn’t easy for everyone, so we’ve caught up with our ready-to-wear buyer and print-lover, Tilly, to find out how she does it so effortlessly.

There’s no one who loves a print more than I do! Animal print, polka dot, floral, stripe, abstract, to name just a few of the patterns I’m usually spotted in!

Print can be worn in so many ways and it isn’t something we should be scared of, especially when the sun is out.

Below you will see my tops tips for wearing prints throughout summer, be it at work, on holiday or at one of the many upcoming festivals.

 

TIP 1: START OFF SMALL

Summer is a great way to express yourself with print, however, we know it isn’t for everyone, so my first tip is to start off simple. This dress with a printed bow sash can get your print journey going.

Dress from Fever

 

If you’re still a little outside your comfort zone, another ideas is to start on holiday where you are likely to feel more at ease and perhaps more adventurous. For beach breaks,  try this classic jersey stripe dress. Just add sandals and a beach bag and you’re good to go!

Dress from Fever

 

TIP 2: BUILDING IT UP

Take the next step and try these dark, French connection floral leggings. Prints don’t always have to be clashing so keep it easy and wear a dark bottom with tonal print and then stand out ‘up top’ by wearing a bright and vibrant blouse.

Top from French Connection, on sale at BrandAlley next week. Top from Fever

I would always suggest teaming a tonal, more neutral print with a bright blazer or statement shoe.

Tops and skirt from Nougat. On sale at BrandAlley 28/06

For work, keep it simple and comfortable. A flattering jersey dress is a great wardrobe staple. Take a look at these top picks from French Connection and Nougat.

French Connection available at BrandAlley next week

 

Nougat on sale at BrandAlley 28/06

TIP 3: BE BOLD

A festival is a great time to let your hair down and go wild! You can afford to be far more eclectic for this, so why not team a bright kimono with floral shorts and a bold vest?

 

 

Good luck with your print-mixing adventures – we’d love to hear what your fave prints are and how you style your look – comment in the box below.