9 Prints Worth Picking Up for Spring
The next few months are crunch time for rounding out the basics with of-the-season pieces. And patterns, in all possible iterations, are arguably the most impactful way to freshen up for spring without starting from scratch.
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South by Southwest
Vibrant, geometric, and organic all at the same time, Ikats don’t require much in the way of accessories; neutrals like black, white, and tan are your best styling aids here.
STELLA JEAN Pleated
Short-Sleeve Shirt Dress, goop, $1,005
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Short Story
Here, a folklore-inspired design lends dimension to a prim mini dress so it can hold its own layered over classic-wash denim or bare skin.
CHLOÉ Ruffled Printed Silk Mini Dress, NET-A-PORTER, $3,995 -
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Candy Striper
A color-happy striped tote works double duty to break up a solids-heavy look or to add dimension when mixed in with other patterns—say, a checked button-down in complementary shades.
LOEWE Multicolor Striped Hangbag, The Clutcher, $991
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Color Happy
Beyond the effortless slip-on fit and stacked heel, color-block mules have endless styling power (from little black dresses to denim) thanks to the range of hues.
TABITHA SIMMONS Beau Multicolor Grosgrain, Tabitha Simmons, $845 -
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Dark Horse
Dainty florals scattered on a moody black background is as romantic a contrast as it gets any time of year, whether you team it with a gauzy tee or a chunky knit.
ROCHAS Menta Silk Floral Skirt, goop, $2,968
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She’s Crafty
Batik fabrics are inherently wearable—even more so when applied to an easy, insta-outfit jumpsuit. (Extra credit for the inverted colors along the neckline and pockets.)
ULLA JOHNSON Reiko Jumpsuit, goop, $345 -
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In Check
Essentially a neutral, classic gingham is the equivalent of the refresh button for evergreen silhouettes like ruffled blouses, shirt dresses, and A-line skirts.
ANTONIO BERARDI Ruffled Gingham Cotton Peplum Top, NET-A-PORTER, $1,020
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Fan Favorite
A play on traditional paisley, this deconstructed fan-and-parasol motif is done in a spectrum of primary colors, and dresses up with heels just as easily as it keeps it casual with slip-on tennies.
STELLA JEAN Pleated Long-Sleeve Shirt Dress, goop, $1,330 -
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Best Buds
The pairing of teeny buds and a ladylike silhouette give these slingback flats the power to breathe new life into everything from best-loved denim to head-to-toe monochrome.
ROCHAS Flower Bud Pointed Flat, M’oda ‘Operandi, $510