Prints and patterns are everywhere this season. They range from stripes, spots (which I noticed were very au courant with the Parisians when I visited Paris a few weeks ago ), florals, tribal et al.
How to make them work for you.
All this choice can prove a bit confusing for a “plain Jane” type of girl like me. However I soon found that if you work within colour families and pattern stories the task becomes easier and the opportunities to be more adventurous greater. Sticking to these two simple rules created some really stunning outfits.
I have created some chic and personal ways to adopt this trend. What do you think?
What could be fresher than sky blue when the sun is shining.
Tribal, bold and with eastern promise.
Copy the Parisians with spots all the way.
Remember
Rule 1. Keep the colour family harmonious
Rule 2 Keep the print story compatible
Rule 3 Enjoy playing with prints and patterns this Summer
All clothes and accessories available here
The dress I am wearing available here
Photos by Mr. P
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You look awesome in that dress! I really like all of the prints you selected and the colors. Great summer dress!
Gorgeous dress you look amazing!
I love them all, but especially the one you're wearing. I wonder if I can get it in Canada. I have a wedding to attend in August and the bride has asked us to wear long dresses. This is one I can see on myself!
Hi Pondside
I have emailed the PR to find out if they ship internationally. I can't find anything on their site.
Hi Pondside
I have had a reply and unfortunately Gray&Osbourn do not ship Internationally. You might like some at Nordstrom here http://bit.ly/1lCYhIE
Dress is too long.
Hi Kathe
I know however I did not have time to get it shortened before the photoshoot. It will go to my dressmakers next week plus appropriate shoes so that it is the correct length.
Love, Love the long dress. You suit it perfectly. Looks very young and fresh.
You are stunning in polka dots. Love how the dress fits to perfection. You have inspired me to check my closet for dots!
I love the dot dress and the blue outfits. I'm not sure I would wear dotted pants. I also like stripes.
Sharon
Love all the blue patterned outfits you put together. You look fab in this dress. I love wrap or the gathering that adds the shape to it, so lovely on you
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The dress is lovely (love polka dots) and you look beautiful. May I say that I find your bangs too long - you look like you are peering out from under them - or perhaps too heavy - in any case, I think experimenting with them might lighten up the look.
Otherwise, perfecto.
Agree been very busy. Due for haircut next week.
I have a tribal skirt, the material actually printed in Africa. A lovely woman from Nigeria came up to me and said I was wearing "her people's clothes"! You look great in polka dots. Are you wearing sneakers with that? Love it.