STYLE ADVICE OF THE WEEK: Prints Charming

During the colder months (which are officially be behind us, thank goodness), I always think of getting dressed as a kind of fun game. In particular, I love playing with layers and mixing up all different neutrals and textures until Iโ€™ve reached the point where I look a little like Jon Snow on Game of Thrones. Now that the temperatures have risen, however, itโ€™s definitely been a challenge to rid myself of all these extra layers and textures. Iโ€™ve never been good at dressing simplistically and practically without look a bit boring, until I stumbled upon this Fashionista.

She is wearing a green long sleeved romper with brown sandals and a blue bag. She kept her jewelry minimal with a simple silver necklace and a braid in her hair that gave her look an extra touch of boho. What I loved most about her outfit was that she wasnโ€™t afraid to play with a print. Iโ€™ll be the first to admit itโ€”prints can be tricky. You might be thinking, โ€œWhatโ€™s so difficult about putting a floral or polka-dotted shirt on your body?โ€ But itโ€™s a matter of picking the right print, which is something thatโ€™s not too overwhelming but not too subtle all while being specific to your personal style.

One thing thatโ€™s great about a print is that it detracts from the fact that youโ€™re not necessarily wearing a ton of clothing. This Fashionistaโ€™s clothing consisted of just one piece, but she didnโ€™t feel the need to layer or add anything extra. Thatโ€™s because the print on the romper almost serves as its own accessory. Prints complete an outfit by adding a focal point that ties everything together. Plus, theyโ€™re super pretty and add a fresh, summery feel to a look, just as this Fashionistaโ€™s floral print did.

If youโ€™re ready to cut back on clothing because of higher temperatures, luckily there are lots of places to get your hands on a gorgeous printed piece. This dress from Madewell is simple with the perfect springtime print. You could also check out this dress from Aritzia which has a super fresh floral and will go great with your favorite pair of sandals. And if youโ€™re a romper girl, just like this Fashionista, Urban Outfitters has you covered.

So, Fashionistas, if youโ€™ve been having a tricky time getting into the groove of dressing for spring, take it easy and start out with a printed piece. That way, all the work is done for you and you still look adorableโ€”what could be better?

Whatโ€™s your STYLE ADVICE OF THE WEEK? โ€œIโ€™ve been loving shorts and skirts. And lots of sandals!โ€

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