When it comes to mixing prints, sometimes I go for bold…and sometimes I opt for a more subtle approach.
If you’re mixing prints, the subtle approach is probably the safest bet. I know a lot of people are afraid of doing it out of fear of looking like a mismatched mess. I get it. I totally do. But – there is one rule of thumb I like to use that doesn’t steer me wrong…

Pairing a tiny print with a bold one is a great way to go. This tie neck blouse (from the Jason Wu for Target collection last year) has a tiny polka dot print on it. Mixing it with a bold print (like this large argyle) works! The patterns aren’t competing with one another, and the smaller print blends into the background, so to say. It’s all about balance.
And hey – who said Mary Janes have to be for little girls? I’m still very smitten with these pumps. Wearing a heel with a platform in the toe really helps to give you added height, without the aching pain in your feet from being on tip toe. These bad boys are 5 inches tall, but with the platform, they really only feel like a 3 inch heel or so. Winning!
Argyle cardigan: J. Crew // Tie neck blouse: Jason Wu for Target // Skinny jeans: Forever 21 // Mary Jane pumps: Vince Camuto, purchased at Nordstrom // Ditsy hobo: Urban Expressions
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Although the components of my outfit are all from a previous season, here’s how I would snag a similar look from the stores today:
Argyle cardigan: JCP (on sale for $20!) // Owl that and More top: ModCloth // Levi’s 512 slimming skinny jeans: Kohl’s // Hobo tote: ASOS // Type Z Mary Jane pumps: Zappos
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Have you mixed prints recently?
Once again, I LOVE your outfit. I wish I had the knack for putting together ensembles like you!
So cute Katie!! I just love this! (plus you are seriously adorable!)
Really adorable – love the whole ensemble! Especially the shoes 🙂
xo Lulu
simplylulustyle.com
Cute outfit! Love the mix prints.
Visiting you from Monday Mingle.
-Jenny
http://www.babblingsofamommy.com/2013/02/oscars-2013-best-of-best.html
love this look! i love my jason wu blouse from target! i got in on major sale for $8! 🙂
~Chioma
C’s Evolution of Style
So cute! I LOVE the shoes!
Great casual look Katie! The nude shoes are so fab!
Zoe xxx
Mixing those totally works. Daring and it paid off! Thanks so much for showing off your style on Monday Mingle!
xoxo Nicole
cute outfit! i’m not that big of a fan of wearing print but I do like them when I see it on other people! love the sweater too!