Pattern Mixing is a hard trend to pull off, with the wrong combinations and not the right neutralizer you can look like you got dressed in the dark, however, below I will show you perfect combinations of pattern mixing and tips to keep it looking clean and fashion forward !


The first way is tops and bottoms. This is the trickiest to pull off ! They key is to keep the colors some what neutral and not too far off in matching. Keep the shoe matching the boldest color in your look or a nude shoe!
 
Look 1 :
- Striped Black and White tank top by Madewell $90 
- Cheetah Animal print pencil skirt at Warehouse $50
For this look I'd pair with a black shoe with a chunky heel, and keep jewelry gold.

Look 2:
- Tiered Polka Dot tank top at Delias $20
-Floral Skinny Trousers at Shopify (Prices Varied)
I would pair with a green flat or a black heel, depending on your style. Keep the jewelry simple and use the pink as an subtle accent. 

Look 3:
- Black and White cropped Aztec Pattern at Weekday $20
- Denim floral printed shorts at Tally WeiJL $25
Keep this look casual, pair with bright flats and lots of bangles !



 Another way to pattern mix, is with your shoes. The key is to keep the shoes in the same style as your outfit, you don't sexy night time pumps with a day dress. Keep a neutral, whether it be a top, bottom or if you are wearing a dress, the belt or jewls. 

Look 1:
-Long sleeve Polka dot blouse at Net-A- Porter $240
-Faux Leather skater skirt at General Pants $90
-Cheetah print strappy wedges by Steve Madden $91

Look 2:
-Black zip up bralet with leather accents at General Pants $50
-Leopard print high waisted shorts at Miss Selfridge $49
-Stripped laced up wedges by Pierre hardy $660

Look 3:
-Black cropped tank top (tucked in to skirt) Forever 21 $15
-Black and white polka dot skater skirt at General Pants $40
-Floral strappy heels by Aldo Rinks at Asos $81



The Final way to mix-match your look is adding a off print handbag! Keep the bag in either the same color family, or something to match your shoes or accessories with. Keep your shoes neutral to the outfit !

Look 1:
Striped tight 3/4 sleeve dress at Nelly $24.99
Cheetah and tan crossover bag by Deben Hams $40

Look 2:
Floral chiffon skater dress by Axparis $37
Striped Melie Bianco small clutch bag at Nordstrom $58

Look 3:
Black with animal print dress by Dorothy Perkins $59
Polka dot snake skin look alike bag Marc by Marc Jacobs $300


So there you go, hope you enjoy this trend and try it out for yourselves. Take a risk, it is a fun look for spring and summer and can be rocked day and night !