Mismatched

For as long as I can remember, I have been the kind of person who obsessively matches their shoes, outfit and accessories (think Emma Pillsbury from Glee).  Inspired by the runways and fellow fashion bloggers I have been mixing more and matching less.  I recently read an interesting article in LouLou Magazine on how to pull off the mismatched look and I thought I would share some of the tips with you:   

Separate the two prints with a thick waistband or a belt.

Stripes are a great pattern to mismatch with and the finer the stripes, the easier to mix.  

{Skirt- Primark; Shirt- Joe Fresh; Heels- Aldo}

So as not to have competing patterns, ensure that one pattern is dominant. 

{Dress- Anthropologie; Blazer- Thrifted; Shoes- Charlotte Russe; Ring-F21}

If possible, stick to one colour palette to avoid looking like your crazy Aunt Bertha. 

{Blouse- Topshop; Necklace, Earrings & Skirt- Thrifted; Flats- Priceless UK}

If you're up for the challenge, add a third print to the mix for a look that's runway chic.

{Skirt- Thrifted; Blouse- Club Monaco; Blazer- Anne Klein; Wedges-Payless}

If you're still stuck, here are some mismatched runway looks for inspiration {hautehoosier.blogspot.com}

Tsumori Chisato S/S 2011

Diane Von Furstenberg S/S 2011

Prada S/S 2011

Rodarte S/S 2011


Do you like to mix, match or mismatch?