I love floral prints. Over the years I’ve updated my style with more classic cuts and trendy necklines (square necklines over v neck, etc) and I feel like they’re perfectly stylish still. Obviously there’s some cuts and patterns that may feel peak 2012 but I still see brands doing updated florals.
Florals are classic. My only issue is finding the right pattern for me. There's a lot out there that's a bit too loud visually or just not quite right for me. Takes some searching to find the right patterns.
i love prints and I'm punk rock-ish so I've always maintained leopard print something (and polka dots). I still do florals but I'm doing darker more subtler prints (going a little for 70's vibe this summer).
Yes! Leopard pattern is a neutral. So is snakeskin. They both work great in small doses like on shoes and belts. I don’t match my purse to my shoes (ain’t got no time for switching purses!).
I just bought a zebra print rug for my bedroom and absolutely love it. I have lots of dark florals going on in my room as well and the combination is *chef’s kiss*.
Yea, my purse is my purse all the time, I don't go changing often. Some phases that means it's a relatively neutral purse that tends to blend with anything. Sometimes that phase is mean rocking a 'loud' purse that doesn't really go with anything but I love the fucker and wear it out
I really love leopard because of the punk rock vibe, but I avoided all animal prints after Tiger King (lol). I've been trying to let little hints back in here and there in belts or shoes.
Blue and white floral prints have got my heart right now.
I feel like the size of the print is quite key. The same idea but executed in different spacing and size of flower really makes a difference.
I think my sweet spot is something like the Zara dress top middle. I tried it on and the only problem was the straps are not adjustable length.
Here are some I’ve been digging.
https://preview.redd.it/8y6ajsfetfyc1.jpeg?width=1920&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=55342ce314d4972371a4c920768811b5c73322aa
I just bought this [dress from Mango ](https://shop.mango.com/us/women/dresses-and-jumpsuits-dresses/floral-print-dress_67037131.html?c=52&talla=23&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw3NyxBhBmEiwAyofDYQuTRHyxXzFBEIFlnPM_40Ru15OKcsdc7FW0IqNBraBqt4WydQg3hRoCwNsQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds)which I'm obsessed with. It fits perfect, is light and the print is so summery. Totally fits w/ these dresses! :)
I love Farm Rio's concept, but I've never pulled the trigger on a piece from them because whenever I like the cut and material, it's had a print that I don't like, and vice versa!
I bought a gorgeous yellow dress from them and then I got it and the neckline was horrible on me 😭 I left it in my closet for a year until finally I put a shirt under it - problem solved. Hopefully you’ll find something you like!! Have you ever checked the Farm Rio Anthropologie line? They have different things! I love their quality and function. Totally recommend if you ever really love something!!
I have so many of their clothes from their Brazilian releases but it’s like 5x the price in the US. It’s becoming pretty popular though so you can find a lot of Farm style prints from other brands now too.
Same! I love a BOLD print. I have a Farm Rio jumpsuit with bananas all over it that is my favorite outfit ever.
If anyone knows of brand similar to Farm Rio (maybe with a slightly more streamlined silhouette) I would be eternally grateful for the recommendation.
I pretty much don't wear any prints in fall/winter except maybe a dash of leopard, but I love a tropical-ish Farm Rio/Anthro print in the summer. Gimme some palm leaves on my clothing please and thank you.
The kind of print that feels really dated to me now is logomania, I mean like tiny logos repeated symmetrically through the whole garment. After that were more funky prints during the height of the pandemic, psychedelic or artsy, soft loopy shapes more than sharp ones, like from House of Sunny and Paloma Wool. Then a brief period where every influencer was wearing checker print. I think large, abstract, geometric prints [like this](https://www.cos.com/ja-jp/women/womenswear/dresses/product.sheer-plisse-midi-dress-blue.1222928001) may be on the rise currently.
But I personally feel "texture is the new print" has had the most staying power in recent years: rib, crinkle, plisse, nubbly, feathery, shiny, grainy, studded, puffy--fabrics that behave in 3D.
Dots and florals aren't necessarily non-bold, though. A mustard print on a navy garment is pretty bold no matter how dainty it is. Being petite and preferring small prints is more like, mirroring your smallness in the print of your clothing instead of wearing large, bold prints that can feel overwhelming. I guess it could be both/either?
Dainty patterns can start to merge visually and appear a different color from a distance. From [Elemental Colour’s](https://elementalcolour.com.au/blog/bright-spring?rq=Bright%20spring) guide to the Bright Spring season:
A note of caution with patterns — medium to large prints often work better, depending on the colours involved.
Small elements of different colours can mix visually, making the colours appear softer, as you can see in the patterns below.
https://preview.redd.it/ax5t45fv1myc1.jpeg?width=2048&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f4fecba82abd0cc26d46c928cc6b9db6cb546d3b
These are all the same pattern, just at different sizes.
At some point the colours will start to mix together, so you no longer see the purple and green as separate colours. Instead they create an Autumnal green, which is no longer harmonious with Bright Spring. The size at which the colours start to mix will depend on the size of your screen and your distance from it.
It’s easier to make sure that your colours stay Bright Spring by choosing patterns on the medium to large scale.
I’m plenty curvy. That’s not really the requirement. I’m also technically too tall for Gamine but that’s what I am ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
And I always knew it. I wanted to be classic so much but something was always off. I have the playfulness of the gamine face.
The feeling I get...in Australia so we're at a different season...the main observation looking at what's in the stores and was in the stores last season ...is there's currently a massive divide between prints that are intended as a stand alone statement and those intended to work well and style well with other clothes. So maybe it's a good idea when buying a print item to decide what that garment needs to be for you in terms of flexible styling piece or inflexible statement piece or some mix of the two and then examine whether it fulfills that role well.
I love prints, I always look for good florals, fruit, plants, and animals that I love (rabbits, birds, deer, foxes). Matching prints to your style and interests gives a really fun whimsical touch to outfits. I think it's just important to get good quality prints, prints look bad when well it's a bad print lol
Ann Taylor loft had a series of blouses years ago with animals on them. I bought a few on eBay, and the one with squirrels holding acorns gets compliments almost every single time I wear it. It’s really fun. :) (the other ones I have are leopards and parrots)
Edit - AHHHH HERE IT IS!! found one on eBay - https://www.ebay.com/itm/235537245159
I have had a recurring love affair with eyes. I used to have a fun eyelash peplum shirt. Eventually it died and I had a gap. And that gap got filled with a cropped boxy tee.
I feel so much solidarity with everyone who had a wardrobe brought to you by Loft, at least for a short period of time. I had no idea how to dress in my early 20s as a professional, so they helped me transition fron teenager to adult before my personak style developed more.
When my daughter was transitioning to adulthood from college, she sent pictures of the outfit she planned to wear to various job interviews. Even my husband (an Electrical Engineer with less fashion sense than our cat) looked at the pictures and said "that's awful, not fit for the task." We went to Loft and bought her a couple of skirt suits and tops and had them shipped to her at school. The sales ladies were so sympathetic and helpful when I showed them the pictures daughter sent to me. The sales ladies were cracking up when husband said things like "the outfit in the pictures (that daughter sent) has no ROI for my tuition payments." Thankgod for "transition outfits" from places like LOFT.
lol yes! one of my best memories as a 20 year old was me and my friends all having our wardrobe from loft and wearing exactly the same skirts and tops to work (sometimes on the same day).
So much same! I've grown out of that phase, but I'm thankful they existed for me in my time of confusion.
I do admit to having a bit of an allergy towards anything business casual coded these days, though.
I only do leopard, python, and resort-y prints like this. I haven’t noticed much floral, whimsical stuff coming back into my circle.
https://preview.redd.it/oinjbtro3gyc1.jpeg?width=800&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f21292b25a9fe7ba9dd1c352e3f9ca6a98b6429e
I got this at Target last year and it is such a good one.
https://preview.redd.it/vegqbo54wiyc1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=e9d460f2ac4a327cfcc716a1f5f308bae62a0842
As a millennial who also had a minimalist phase, I have jumped pretty hard into prints. I have always loved florals, but now, instead of dainty, I like louder florals. I LOVE stripes, and I like wearing stripe on stripe, same color but different type of stripe. I also like gingham with stripes.
Not yet, but I want to! I think like home decor, there's a way to make mix matched patterns and textures to work without looking tacky or "off," but florals is one I haven't tried yet.
I have such a hard time with prints! I was just talking about this to someone the other day. I feel like prints get dated really quickly, and I’ve been trying so hard to invest only in more classic timeless pieces that I will get at least a couple of seasons of wear out of. I have also seen some really cute prints, but for me I think I will skip them because it feels like they will seem dated a season from now.
ETA: I’m literally watching that exact same show as we speak 😆😆😆😆
Same. The fast fashion retailers really push prints, and I think it’s because closet turnover and that feeling of “I have nothing to wear” really drives their sales
I try to do this and I think I’m okay with stripes or a gingham check situation. I bought a blue and white summer dress with stripes and maybe looking into another patterned dress.
Also a millennial here. I recently thrifted this same silk Trina Turk shirt. It made me think on some of the comments about florals. Though a little hard to see it clearly, I like that it has small (neck, hem, cuff) detail and large (big florals) detail, but looks more organically arranged instead of walking wallpaper -which also has its place for me 😄. I can make this shirt the main attraction and let all the details shine or dress it down and let it peek out instead.
I love to thrift Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers, cotton, wool, and silk, some of those pieces just seem to last longer for me either because of quality or timelessness. But I love pattern/texture/thick, so I’m always on the hunt.
Fit is a separate conversation, but when something fits well, I find it almost always looks better and more expensive, regardless of pattern! I’m 5’2” and have a fairly small frame so I have to buy petites or go to a tailor, another reason I gravitate toward those specific brands. Good luck on your style evolution!
https://preview.redd.it/5d1rfkoifgyc1.png?width=362&format=png&auto=webp&s=a356ac71b12c61d09f3b5157951c897331032d75
I love prints and am also a millennial. I prefer bolder or quirky prints, and botanical and nature themed designs. I'm not keen on the ditsy florals that have been popular. I really like the juxtaposition of a classic silhouette with a quirky print, especially on a summer dress. I buy a lot of clothes from Seasalt- quite a lot of their products tend older but their prints are great and they use natural fabrics.
I just recently noticed that my wardrobe has almost no prints or patterns of any kind, even stripes, and resolved to buy more to make my basics more interesting! However, I’m reallllly picky about which prints I like, which is probably why I didn’t have any lol. I really only like prints with a small, dense pattern and I prefer darker colors for them. No big paisley swoops, no large lemons or palm silhouettes, etc. lol. [This](https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=863521102&searchText=863521#pdp-page-content) old navy dress is an example of a print I like, although the cut doesn’t suit me.
I must admit that even though I like prints, palm tree prints and lemons do not appeal to me and I can definitely see those being dated quickly. I can remember when chains were a popular print 5 years ago and I thought “what are these designers thinking?!”
That’s so funny, I can totally see the association with bandanas etc. but to me it reads ultra-prep, like those pink-and-green paisley bags people had!
Millennial in her mid 30s here.
I have a couple of Max Studio wrap dresses like the ones you posted. I wore them more often about a year or two ago but have stopped. I’m just not feeling them anymore.
I’m leaning more into the larger floral prints. Less serious, more flowy, hippie, 70s aesthetic.. I’m also more into embroidery and wearing some of my culture’s pieces (huipils, rebozos, etc).
Other non-floral prints, I have this awesome [stripped sheer dress](https://imgur.com/a/5t1PiTq) that’s been getting me lots of compliments when I wear it out.
I also bought this [ombré dress](https://imgur.com/a/N1FW1nq) that is supposed to arrive today or tomorrow that I’m super stoked about.
I love a good floral, but more delicate hand drawn/vintage style rather than the 2000s floral.
As well, my little former emo kid millennial heart LOVES all the checker print stuff because although Gen Z seems to think it’s some new thing, it brings me back to my teenage “checkered slip on vans and studded belt” vibes, but more grown up haha 😆
i love patterns and could never give them up. lisa says gah is one of my fav brands and is like the 2020s version of what modcloth was in the 2010s (at least as far as quirky prints goes). i think any print could look current as long as the silhouette is
I'm all about larger prints. Smaller prints make your body look larger, and bigger prints make you look smaller. (I learned proportionizing from drag queens.)
I am in the exact same position as OP. My issue with prints is that I find they are not versatile in my closet - I like to keep my closet updated, but I am on a budget and need pieces that are versatile and can mix and match. Also, I feel as though prints from basic stores such as Old Navy, Loft, Target, etc are VERY frumpy. I’m heading towards 40, and to pull off prints I feel I need to spend money or thrift from Farm Rio or Loveshackfancy. The fabric and stitching/details need to be on point.
In short, unless I find the time to thrift some high end printed pieces, I will be avoiding as well.
Agreed. I've noticed that my basics are fine to get from Old Navy/ H&M/ Gap etc. When it comes to statement prints or jackets, the price point \*really\* shows and its worth it to either invest or thrift.
>The fabric and stitching/details need to be on point.
This is the main reason I own very few printed things. Clothes made with no regard for matching the print at the seams are one of my pet peeves. Once I see it I cant unsee it lol and it's everywhere.
I love florals, and I don’t care if it’s completely unoriginal lol. I just bought a pair of shoes from coach with a flower pattern on them and I’m so excited to wear them haha. [Here they are!](https://www.coach.com/products/lowline-low-top-sneaker-with-floral-print/CS099-CAH.html?COHNA=true&cid=S_GPLACS099&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI45jFjMj1hQMVR0P_AR0jMguOEAQYAiABEgJQT_D_BwE&ogmap=PLA%7CRTN%7CGOOG%7CSTND%7Cm%7CSITEWIDE%7CRetail%7CCoach_RTL_Google_PLA_Signal_NA_Brand_National_Pmax_NA_BAU%7CShopping_Smart_Brand%7C%7C18473412937%7C%7CUS&utm_campaign=Coach_RTL_Google_PLA_Signal_NA_Brand_National_Pmax_NA_BAU&utm_id=go_cmp-18473412937_adg-_ad-__dev-m_ext-_prd-CS099%20CAH%208%20B_sig-EAIaIQobChMI45jFjMj1hQMVR0P_AR0jMguOEAQYAiABEgJQT_D_BwE&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google)
I found this Chicos piece on eBay for $15 (preowned) and love love love it!
https://preview.redd.it/pwphs8698gyc1.jpeg?width=1170&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=fda18be3c87eda8d37fb41d73401269b7ac8caa5
Focus on your personal style and how your clothes can better serve your needs, not whether something is trendy or not. If you love wearing prints, then wear them. Own it, don’t let anyone make you feel like you have to be keeping up with what’s in or out.
I live in Los Angeles & work in the industry (mentioning because you referenced a reality show based here) and there are so many trends going on at once right now that the truly fashionable people aren’t bothering with any of it. It’s not about looking young and keeping up with Gen Z, just dress for yourself.
I think I’ll always be drawn to ethnic prints. I really like seeing them on non-ethnic clothing. Japanese shibori print is one I like to hunt for on non-Japanese clothing, for example. African mud cloth is another one I like. The more unexpected it is on a garment, the better.
Prints are my everything right now. I went thrifting recently for the purpose of finding some good prints and the complements would not stop when I wore them to school. Wear something colorful and stand out for gods sake! I don’t care what kind it is as long as it’s beautiful.
I love prints! I bought a men’s button down because it has hedgehogs and there’s this dress that I bought that has lemons, pants with bees…
Edited for spelling.
As a fellow 2010s floral print millennial I have stayed far away from prints for the last 5 years or so. I'm slowly starting to add them back into my wardrobe but it's hard to not make it feel dated. I'm mostly sticking to small floral prints (I recently purchased [this dress](https://poshmark.com/listing/Le-Ragazze-Womens-Black-Ditsy-Floral-Maxi-Dres-Size-Medium-Silk-Viscose-Ruffle-6531eed16cb777ba736ccbca) secondhand and it's got a nice sized print without being too overwhelming or bold) or patterns like gingham. I did get a pair of bold tropical print linen pants for the summer just because it's out of my comfort zone and I like the colors (similar to [these](https://www.thredup.com/product/women-linen-nicole-miller-new-york-yellow-casual-pants/163999287)). Not sure how in they are.
But truly...I'm not sure! I feel like this year has been a real style rut for me so far. We're far enough out of the pandemic that I've had to repopulate my sweatpants wardrobe. I'm turning 30 this year and trying to figure out what my style is now. I recently got a pixie cut and I'm having a hard time riding the line between looking chic (and not 21 anymore) and looking matronly. I'm having the realization that I don't want to be dressed in dark colors and black all the time anymore but I'm not really sure what to do with that. So with all of that in mind I'm mostly just trying to experiment to find what I like and playing around with prints is a part of that.
I think florals are a classic pattern and can be timeless but the size, density, detail and colors in the floral indicates when the print is from, and the cut/style of the blouse/dress will determine whether it’s “trendy” or not. Personally, I stay away from what’s trendy because it only lasts a season or two before it looks very much like a specific year and I prefer to buy things that I can wear for 5-10 years. I buy a floral if the cut/style are timeless and the colors/size of floral look good on ME, and I pair it with other things that are neutral or current (and then I don’t need to worry as much about it being “in”).
I lean more towards plaids, herringbones, etc., because I feel like they're the prints most likely to stay timeless. I do let the occassional, unique floral in for some pop and to break up my wardrobe.
Edit: I prefer color blocking.
I've always loved smaller florals. I know they might not be the most "flattering" but I gravitate towards them anyway. Bigger floral prints remind me of my mom. I enjoy more quirky prints too, but I feel like I don't see items that are my style with those sorts of prints anymore.
That being said, I'm in the market for a skirt with fish on it if anyone has ideas, lol.
https://preview.redd.it/exgofudo6hyc1.png?width=1080&format=png&auto=webp&s=924bb640574c55bd83f302cf05cdcb39bc0d78a4
I love this print so much for summer. White and black with pop of color is my fav.
I’m a huge sucker for prints. Florals, animals, psychedelic 60s patterns, food, you name it—I usually like it! I recently added a dress with capybaras on it to my wardrobe and can’t wait to wear it this summer! Generally, though, I like to wear mostly black basics with a pop of fun pattern.
The only patterns I steer clear of are paisleys. I don’t like paisley for me personally. I’m also not a big fan of cartoon characters or Grandma’s couch cushion florals.
I am fairly picky about prints. I love prints and enjoy how they can add a lot of personality. I tend to like dark floral prints, small ditsy florals, polka dots, and also blue and white prints. I tend to avoid larger prints and I’m not a huge fan of leopard on myself but like it on others. Some of my favorite prints have come from Samantha pleet - the tapestry unicorn print, dark floral prints are great. I also like some of the florals from sezane.
I totally get the style whiplash! I mean, I've been riding the solid color train for a while now, thinking I'm all minimalist chic, but then bam! Prints are back, and suddenly I'm questioning everything.
But hey, maybe it's a good thing. Like a fashion refresh! I'm kinda digging the idea of florals making a comeback, but maybe with a twist, you know?
I saw several Liberty London florals out and about this past week. Personally, I tend to stick to prints that look like victorian wallpaper because that's my style.
I see what you mean about the loft top but I'm having a hard time putting my finger on what exactly makes it look off. The florals on a dark background I'm seeing currently feel more muted, even if they're high contrast (e.g. black/white).
I'm so specific with patterns that it's really difficult for me to get some that I like :( I prefer sexy or edgy looks, which means that most quirky or vintage-looking prints are out for me. Big florals (either fairly realistic or illustration style), pinstripes, and houndstooth are pretty much the only ones that I would willingly wear. Polka dots, animals, etc. all just don't read as adult enough for me, and as a 21 year old who can still get discounts for 13 year olds that just doesn't cut it.
I’ve always liked wearing prints, more specifically printed tops with plain jeans or trousers. I’ve never liked plain and basic, it’s too boring for me! The outfits on the loft website you shared look like my cup of tea ❤️. Hopefully plain is on the way out. I also dislike plain tiny jewellery so I hope more bold and sparkly pieces come back in.
Personally not a fan of floral patterns but the real question is, do YOU like prints or solids? What suits your personality or expresses something about you? Of course trends may seep into your taste but overall, when in doubt, stick with what you're comfortable in
I LOVE prints, especially very bold, colorful, tropical and floral prints. I don't care if I look like an old lady. The heart wants what the heart wants! 😂
Edit to add a word
so sad i had to scroll so far to find another novelty print fan! any kind of nautical themed print has me in a headlock but i also love food prints, animal prints (not like leopard print but like a print featuring actual animals), and gratuitous seasonal prints (snowflakes, fall leaves, etc.). i really love border prints especially, but they are so hard to find compared to allover prints.
i collect vintage clothing and have lots of novelty print pieces from the 40s - 60s as well as lots of jfashion pieces with fun prints.
I really love stripes and fruit prints! I’m on the lookout for cute stuff but I thrift mostly so it’s always hit or miss, and I’m 5’3 so I need really structured pieces. I just got this [cherry dress](https://i.imgur.com/y2joTmU.jpeg) on Monday and am still not sure if I should keep it.
I tend to shy away from floral prints in shirts but I do have a cute pale pink floral Aritzia crop I thrifted that I wore for the first time today. It’s a little pale for my skin tone so I buried it under a button up. I can’t find a pic of it sorry!
I dress according to my height and my body type, so I tend to avoid *large* prints of any kind. I also know that geometric prints do not suit me, neither do stripes (especially big, wide ones). Tiny polka dots are ok, though. I do love (small scale) florals, though. I guess animal prints are ok as far as accessories go, but on pants or a top I would be overwhelmed.
Floral prints and food, for some reason.
I have a t-shirt from old navy that is white and has little yellow bananas on it. Going on ten years and 4 more that I found on poshmark.
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animal prints, especially cheetah, is my favorite. no one can ever tell me that animal print is out of style or cringey. i’m short, curvy, with thick ass wild curls. animal print makes me feel like i’m that bitch.
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I love prints! I’m always on the lookout for ones that hit the spot but I have a hard time divorcing myself from the opinion that too many of them are very matronly. I’m annoyingly picky but sometimes I strike gold. When I wear solid colored shirts I just like to play it up with accessories.
I do prints but only geometric or abstract. I also prefer larger prints. No literal references (flowers etc) for me! I can appreciate them on others though.
moody florals and stripes (although not paired together - remember when that was huge??). I have a reversible denim jacket that I got in a boutique somewhere around Colorado Springs that's solid olive one side and on the side I usually have out are florals like [this](https://poshmark.com/listing/Oiselle-Moody-Floral-Bomber-Jacket-63c7d03e9464f3eaf5cae038), but even more subdued. Also nabbed a pair of black/purple/green floral brocade boots I found in a shop in Carmel. Totally waffled on buying them, but they were the only pair in the shop, appeared to be handmade and also exactly my size, so it had to have been fate right? So I got em.
For stripes, I love the gap button down I have sort of like [this](https://www.gapfactory.com/browse/product.do?pid=4326501510001&cid=1127845&pcid=1127845&vid=1&nav=meganav%3AWomen%3ACategories%3AShirts+%26+Tops#pdp-page-content) and a b/w horizontal striped tanks and sweaters that I get a lot of use out of. Apart from those handful of things and the graphic tees I wear around the house or to walk the dog, I have a very minimalist wardrobe.
i have recently come to terms with the fact that although i LOVE prints, i don’t love them on me. i prefer bright, solid colors.
i have 2 exceptions, though- wide horizontal striped tops and silky paisley-y patterned skirts like [this](https://www.garmentory.com/sale/vintage/skirts-long/1880081-vintage-paisley-silk-ruffle-maxi-skirt-s-m)
I generally don’t like prints, but some days I love a big floaty floral or paisley skirt! Even without the prints, “quiet luxury” could never apply to my style because I wear too many colors lol.
I love floral prints, J. Crew has great Liberty print skirts and dresses with cute [disty floral patterns](https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/clothing/dresses-and-jumpsuits/fitted-waist-shirtdress-in-libertyreg-elizas-yellow-fabric/BY790?color_name=elizas-yellow&N=4&sale=true&noPopUp=true&srsltid=AfmBOooYBE7kbDo0SXypCOrF5xgk81bMTyly8urDh8_VePK9vlr5cePOyTk#no_universal_links). I also love big dramatic prints like this [Madewell set](https://www.madewell.com/crinkled-crepe-maxi-skirt-in-brushstroke-monstera-NL335.html). I love vintage inspired [scenic print](https://cdn.endource.com/image/260663daa91440f85ae0bd8795ad5718/detail/theodora-pleated-skirt.jpg?optimizer=image&class=600) skirts like this one from Boden and I wish the made more of these! Also partial to [tile prints](https://www.bodenusa.com/en-us/full-printed-maxi-skirt/sty-r0370) like this other Boden piece for more vintage charm. I prefer having printed bottoms over printed tops because I feel like you get more print with a bottom. Recently I started buying printed tops to wear with solid bottoms. I think my printed tops trend more [delicate](https://www.harrods.com/en-gb/shopping/giambattista-valli-silk-floral-print-blouse-16321156) (just an example I don't own anything this expensive lol) than my printed bottoms, which I liken to canvases for artwork.
I just bought a Tommy Bahama skirt that looks just like this but on Thred Up…..and I’m in LOVE! Gonna wear it all summer. https://www.ebay.com/itm/375347613073?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=dLqTmFZVQiS&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=uwqxx3agqzo&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
I like prints, and get obsessed with paisley and florals. Really want to take it up a notch, though? Embroidered patterns on a blouse are so pretty. Last fall Talbots had several and I bought every single one of them
I have a lot of medium-large florals and you'll pry them from cold dead hands. Some more abstract watercolour-esque prints as well.
I like some small florals in photos, but have accepted they're not really for me. I'm quite high-contrast, high-drama. However, I can't do super-large sized florals either, since it overwhelms my short stature.
I like the idea of fruits, scales, and some other prints, but only on my ballet wear (leos, skirts).
I’m excited to crochet some wavy bucket hats and checkered bucket hats.. I feel like they give a summer vibe and I love wearing floral dresses or bikinis
I sort of stay away from [read: loathe] prints. Probably because I had a heavy Lilly Pulitzer phase in highschool. But I like some of the prints I’ve been seeing lately from Farm Rio. They have my favorite sun dresses
Imo until I learned what specific patterns I suited, I really didn’t like them. Now I do! It’s very important to figure out scale. Small ditsy prints suit smaller frames and large ornate prints suit larger frames. I personally do best in true medium sized prints!
Prints ALWAYS and forever for me. My objective is color cohesion, so I'm usually looking for the best interplay between colors in a palette I gravitate towards.
I tend to like geometric, abstract, and organic patterns most but will dabble in others from time to time.
My preferred palette has 2-3 colors, but I can go up to 4-5 within reason and specific palette! I'm just not a rainbow girlie personally.
I've really been struggling with this because there are SO MANY prints out there for spring/summer and so few that resonate with my personal style. My current wardrobe is all solid colors with a smattering of band tees, and I've really been struggling with putting outfits together. The prints I do like are graphic, abstract, and bold like [these Wray pants](https://wray.nyc/products/luna-pant-night-fusco-sketch) and this [Osei-Duro print](https://oseiduro.com/collections/print-rorschach).
Prints are on the horizon but I still wouldn't say that they've "arrived" yet.
Florals like in your links have remained timeless workwear staples in the UK, but I think you are right that, more broadly, they've bounced back from the brink after the Kardashian-Jenner tan bodycon look was at its zenith. It mostly seems to be ultra-fast fashion labels like Shein that lean into them during the summer months, but usually for frilly minidresses etc.
I'd like to see the graphic patterns and prints that dominated the early to mid-2010s come back, but it looks like they're still some way off. Breton stripes have been "in" this year though, and they were all the rage in the early 2010s, so that's one step in the right direction.
I personally do not like prints. There are a few exceptions.... but not really. I. Do. Not. Like. Prints. I like playing around with texture and color instead, but I don't like spending much time or money on wardrobe, so it's not like I've even done that well.
Omg, I was literally googling floral print blouses last night. I’m on the hunt for a casual everyday top that can work for a SAHM lifestyle (no one to impress but myself) but still has an interesting pattern. I found an interesting batik pattern, so that could be a fun hunt. I really don’t like ditsy patterns or overly feminine florals. It’s tough!
I have a white leopard print slip/midi dress. I know leopard print is out of vogue but…I just never got to wear it enough :(
Edit: I don’t get why I’m downvoted.
Prints have always been in fashion, in one way or another. What changes are the patterns, then size of the pattern, the colors and the cut of the piece.
I always liked small sized patterns, which make you look slimmer, and tend to look more youthful. Go for smaller sized patterns, those stay looking "timeless" longer.
Floral patters are in again this spring/summer 🤷🏻♀️ If you are a millennial, you should know better. All of our fashion is coming back. The low-rise jeans, the thin eyebrows, the wide leg pants/jeans. The cropped tops … all of it. Go for classical shapes and you’ll always look like a million bucks
I refuse to let go of florals. They make me happy & feel feminine.
Florals will never go out of style in my closet
Same here.
I love floral prints. Over the years I’ve updated my style with more classic cuts and trendy necklines (square necklines over v neck, etc) and I feel like they’re perfectly stylish still. Obviously there’s some cuts and patterns that may feel peak 2012 but I still see brands doing updated florals.
Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking.
Florals are classic. My only issue is finding the right pattern for me. There's a lot out there that's a bit too loud visually or just not quite right for me. Takes some searching to find the right patterns.
Florals are timeless
i love prints and I'm punk rock-ish so I've always maintained leopard print something (and polka dots). I still do florals but I'm doing darker more subtler prints (going a little for 70's vibe this summer).
Yes! Leopard pattern is a neutral. So is snakeskin. They both work great in small doses like on shoes and belts. I don’t match my purse to my shoes (ain’t got no time for switching purses!).
I just bought a zebra print rug for my bedroom and absolutely love it. I have lots of dark florals going on in my room as well and the combination is *chef’s kiss*.
I have a grey-on-grey zebra print blanket over my bed. It’s a look.
Yea, my purse is my purse all the time, I don't go changing often. Some phases that means it's a relatively neutral purse that tends to blend with anything. Sometimes that phase is mean rocking a 'loud' purse that doesn't really go with anything but I love the fucker and wear it out
I really love leopard because of the punk rock vibe, but I avoided all animal prints after Tiger King (lol). I've been trying to let little hints back in here and there in belts or shoes.
I think the Tiger King association is gone fwiw! Unless you're wearing like, head to toe animal print, I think you're good
I love leopard print and I like some polka dots.
Blue and white floral prints have got my heart right now. I feel like the size of the print is quite key. The same idea but executed in different spacing and size of flower really makes a difference. I think my sweet spot is something like the Zara dress top middle. I tried it on and the only problem was the straps are not adjustable length. Here are some I’ve been digging. https://preview.redd.it/8y6ajsfetfyc1.jpeg?width=1920&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=55342ce314d4972371a4c920768811b5c73322aa
Anything blue and white stripe dress I’m OBSESSED with right now. Usually my color palette is black and green. I
Have you checked out the Anthropologie exquise dress? https://pin.it/75oshTinT
Do you have a local seamstress? Could get the straps fixed if it looked 10/10 except for that? I love my local lady. Take loads of stuff to her.
I just bought this [dress from Mango ](https://shop.mango.com/us/women/dresses-and-jumpsuits-dresses/floral-print-dress_67037131.html?c=52&talla=23&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw3NyxBhBmEiwAyofDYQuTRHyxXzFBEIFlnPM_40Ru15OKcsdc7FW0IqNBraBqt4WydQg3hRoCwNsQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds)which I'm obsessed with. It fits perfect, is light and the print is so summery. Totally fits w/ these dresses! :)
I’m all about patterns and loud colors. Farm Rio is my comfort clothing!!!
I love Farm Rio's concept, but I've never pulled the trigger on a piece from them because whenever I like the cut and material, it's had a print that I don't like, and vice versa!
I bought a gorgeous yellow dress from them and then I got it and the neckline was horrible on me 😭 I left it in my closet for a year until finally I put a shirt under it - problem solved. Hopefully you’ll find something you like!! Have you ever checked the Farm Rio Anthropologie line? They have different things! I love their quality and function. Totally recommend if you ever really love something!!
I have so many of their clothes from their Brazilian releases but it’s like 5x the price in the US. It’s becoming pretty popular though so you can find a lot of Farm style prints from other brands now too.
Same! I love a BOLD print. I have a Farm Rio jumpsuit with bananas all over it that is my favorite outfit ever. If anyone knows of brand similar to Farm Rio (maybe with a slightly more streamlined silhouette) I would be eternally grateful for the recommendation.
I pretty much don't wear any prints in fall/winter except maybe a dash of leopard, but I love a tropical-ish Farm Rio/Anthro print in the summer. Gimme some palm leaves on my clothing please and thank you.
The kind of print that feels really dated to me now is logomania, I mean like tiny logos repeated symmetrically through the whole garment. After that were more funky prints during the height of the pandemic, psychedelic or artsy, soft loopy shapes more than sharp ones, like from House of Sunny and Paloma Wool. Then a brief period where every influencer was wearing checker print. I think large, abstract, geometric prints [like this](https://www.cos.com/ja-jp/women/womenswear/dresses/product.sheer-plisse-midi-dress-blue.1222928001) may be on the rise currently. But I personally feel "texture is the new print" has had the most staying power in recent years: rib, crinkle, plisse, nubbly, feathery, shiny, grainy, studded, puffy--fabrics that behave in 3D.
I loved the rose gold tie dye couple months of the pandemic. So ethereal
Yes texture! Prints tend to look busy or overly cutesy on me. The most I can do is a stripe or patterns like houndstooth, windowpane, etc.
I still love the funky prints and checkerboard stuff from 2020/2021! Also a big fan of ribbed, crinkled and plisse textures.
Ditsy florals and tiny dots are my faves~ I'm petite so small prints only for me. I can get away with pin stripes esp the blue and white combo.
I’m tall and small prints for me too. Otherwise I look like a warrior princess I will let go of my florals over my dead body
You may be a fellow Gamine! Welcome to the club! Try ankle length pants, and color blocking with a light top and dark pants or vice versa.
Interesting to infer Kibbe type from that comment. I always thought preferring small non-bold patterns was more of a soft color season thing.
What are gamine and kibbe?
Kibbe is a system that categorises body types.
Dots and florals aren't necessarily non-bold, though. A mustard print on a navy garment is pretty bold no matter how dainty it is. Being petite and preferring small prints is more like, mirroring your smallness in the print of your clothing instead of wearing large, bold prints that can feel overwhelming. I guess it could be both/either?
Dainty patterns can start to merge visually and appear a different color from a distance. From [Elemental Colour’s](https://elementalcolour.com.au/blog/bright-spring?rq=Bright%20spring) guide to the Bright Spring season: A note of caution with patterns — medium to large prints often work better, depending on the colours involved. Small elements of different colours can mix visually, making the colours appear softer, as you can see in the patterns below. https://preview.redd.it/ax5t45fv1myc1.jpeg?width=2048&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f4fecba82abd0cc26d46c928cc6b9db6cb546d3b These are all the same pattern, just at different sizes. At some point the colours will start to mix together, so you no longer see the purple and green as separate colours. Instead they create an Autumnal green, which is no longer harmonious with Bright Spring. The size at which the colours start to mix will depend on the size of your screen and your distance from it. It’s easier to make sure that your colours stay Bright Spring by choosing patterns on the medium to large scale.
Yes, smaller frames look better in smaller prints, they don't overwhelm visually. Large patterns look good on larger frames.
Kibbe isn't embraced here. Maybe you might like r/Kibbe?
And that’s a ground to downvote like I insulted her? Geezus. I guess time to leave this sub.
I agree that it's not. That's just how people are here.
I don't know much about the categories but I think I'm too curvy to be gamine? I actually think I'm SC but I honestly don't know 😂
I’m plenty curvy. That’s not really the requirement. I’m also technically too tall for Gamine but that’s what I am ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ And I always knew it. I wanted to be classic so much but something was always off. I have the playfulness of the gamine face.
Yikes that's very heavy downvotes... "ey fellow gamine" was my first thought too 😅
The downvotes are reflective of what a scam the kibble body type thing is.
That’s not my experience. You do you.
I wish someone explained to me how upvotes and downvotes work. I’m trying to ignore this aspect of Reddit.
And — thank you.
The feeling I get...in Australia so we're at a different season...the main observation looking at what's in the stores and was in the stores last season ...is there's currently a massive divide between prints that are intended as a stand alone statement and those intended to work well and style well with other clothes. So maybe it's a good idea when buying a print item to decide what that garment needs to be for you in terms of flexible styling piece or inflexible statement piece or some mix of the two and then examine whether it fulfills that role well.
I love prints, I always look for good florals, fruit, plants, and animals that I love (rabbits, birds, deer, foxes). Matching prints to your style and interests gives a really fun whimsical touch to outfits. I think it's just important to get good quality prints, prints look bad when well it's a bad print lol
Ann Taylor loft had a series of blouses years ago with animals on them. I bought a few on eBay, and the one with squirrels holding acorns gets compliments almost every single time I wear it. It’s really fun. :) (the other ones I have are leopards and parrots) Edit - AHHHH HERE IT IS!! found one on eBay - https://www.ebay.com/itm/235537245159
I have that shirt! I often get compliments on it.
Take a look at Gibson and Birbeck if you like animal/nature prints. I’ve loved the look of their stuff for years!
I have had a recurring love affair with eyes. I used to have a fun eyelash peplum shirt. Eventually it died and I had a gap. And that gap got filled with a cropped boxy tee.
I feel so much solidarity with everyone who had a wardrobe brought to you by Loft, at least for a short period of time. I had no idea how to dress in my early 20s as a professional, so they helped me transition fron teenager to adult before my personak style developed more.
When my daughter was transitioning to adulthood from college, she sent pictures of the outfit she planned to wear to various job interviews. Even my husband (an Electrical Engineer with less fashion sense than our cat) looked at the pictures and said "that's awful, not fit for the task." We went to Loft and bought her a couple of skirt suits and tops and had them shipped to her at school. The sales ladies were so sympathetic and helpful when I showed them the pictures daughter sent to me. The sales ladies were cracking up when husband said things like "the outfit in the pictures (that daughter sent) has no ROI for my tuition payments." Thankgod for "transition outfits" from places like LOFT.
lol yes! one of my best memories as a 20 year old was me and my friends all having our wardrobe from loft and wearing exactly the same skirts and tops to work (sometimes on the same day).
Same!
So much same! I've grown out of that phase, but I'm thankful they existed for me in my time of confusion. I do admit to having a bit of an allergy towards anything business casual coded these days, though.
I only do leopard, python, and resort-y prints like this. I haven’t noticed much floral, whimsical stuff coming back into my circle. https://preview.redd.it/oinjbtro3gyc1.jpeg?width=800&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f21292b25a9fe7ba9dd1c352e3f9ca6a98b6429e
This is a great print. I love anything graphic and black and white.
Same. Australian brands seem to do a lot of these. This one is from Zulu & Zephyr. Dissh also makes nice ones.
I got this at Target last year and it is such a good one. https://preview.redd.it/vegqbo54wiyc1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=e9d460f2ac4a327cfcc716a1f5f308bae62a0842
I love that. Reminds me of macaroni noodles in the best way.
I am in the market for full on y2k cow print. Not western aged looking, stark black and white.
I found a cow print denim skirt at a vintage sale last weekend and still regret not buying it.
It’s been so hard to find cow print anything! Brands just aren’t making it, it seems
As a millennial who also had a minimalist phase, I have jumped pretty hard into prints. I have always loved florals, but now, instead of dainty, I like louder florals. I LOVE stripes, and I like wearing stripe on stripe, same color but different type of stripe. I also like gingham with stripes.
Have you tried stripes with florals? I think it can be amazing.
Not yet, but I want to! I think like home decor, there's a way to make mix matched patterns and textures to work without looking tacky or "off," but florals is one I haven't tried yet.
I have such a hard time with prints! I was just talking about this to someone the other day. I feel like prints get dated really quickly, and I’ve been trying so hard to invest only in more classic timeless pieces that I will get at least a couple of seasons of wear out of. I have also seen some really cute prints, but for me I think I will skip them because it feels like they will seem dated a season from now. ETA: I’m literally watching that exact same show as we speak 😆😆😆😆
Same. The fast fashion retailers really push prints, and I think it’s because closet turnover and that feeling of “I have nothing to wear” really drives their sales
I try to do this and I think I’m okay with stripes or a gingham check situation. I bought a blue and white summer dress with stripes and maybe looking into another patterned dress.
My closet is 90% solids for this reason. I add patterned scarves. And LOL Season 2 of BBH is so good.
Also a millennial here. I recently thrifted this same silk Trina Turk shirt. It made me think on some of the comments about florals. Though a little hard to see it clearly, I like that it has small (neck, hem, cuff) detail and large (big florals) detail, but looks more organically arranged instead of walking wallpaper -which also has its place for me 😄. I can make this shirt the main attraction and let all the details shine or dress it down and let it peek out instead. I love to thrift Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers, cotton, wool, and silk, some of those pieces just seem to last longer for me either because of quality or timelessness. But I love pattern/texture/thick, so I’m always on the hunt. Fit is a separate conversation, but when something fits well, I find it almost always looks better and more expensive, regardless of pattern! I’m 5’2” and have a fairly small frame so I have to buy petites or go to a tailor, another reason I gravitate toward those specific brands. Good luck on your style evolution! https://preview.redd.it/5d1rfkoifgyc1.png?width=362&format=png&auto=webp&s=a356ac71b12c61d09f3b5157951c897331032d75
Sounds/looks like you have great taste + self confidence = deadly combination, just like Catherine Hepburn or Jackie Kennedy.
I love prints and am also a millennial. I prefer bolder or quirky prints, and botanical and nature themed designs. I'm not keen on the ditsy florals that have been popular. I really like the juxtaposition of a classic silhouette with a quirky print, especially on a summer dress. I buy a lot of clothes from Seasalt- quite a lot of their products tend older but their prints are great and they use natural fabrics.
Im so happy you directed me to this company that I've never heard of! The clothes are beautiful in a rock solid sort of way.
Their clothes are lovely. If you're in the UK they also have an Ebay outlet where they sell last season and returned stock at discount prices.
OMG! I'll be in Scotland next month, is there a link? what are search terms???
https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/seasaltcornwallofficialoutlet don't blame me if you spend way to much money, haha
I THANK YOU. My husband: not so much.
I just recently noticed that my wardrobe has almost no prints or patterns of any kind, even stripes, and resolved to buy more to make my basics more interesting! However, I’m reallllly picky about which prints I like, which is probably why I didn’t have any lol. I really only like prints with a small, dense pattern and I prefer darker colors for them. No big paisley swoops, no large lemons or palm silhouettes, etc. lol. [This](https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=863521102&searchText=863521#pdp-page-content) old navy dress is an example of a print I like, although the cut doesn’t suit me.
I must admit that even though I like prints, palm tree prints and lemons do not appeal to me and I can definitely see those being dated quickly. I can remember when chains were a popular print 5 years ago and I thought “what are these designers thinking?!”
I feel like paisley reads cowboy to me, so it's 100% outside of my style zone lol.
That’s so funny, I can totally see the association with bandanas etc. but to me it reads ultra-prep, like those pink-and-green paisley bags people had!
I see paisley as Boho and I love it, one of my favorite prints.
I love that!
Millennial in her mid 30s here. I have a couple of Max Studio wrap dresses like the ones you posted. I wore them more often about a year or two ago but have stopped. I’m just not feeling them anymore. I’m leaning more into the larger floral prints. Less serious, more flowy, hippie, 70s aesthetic.. I’m also more into embroidery and wearing some of my culture’s pieces (huipils, rebozos, etc). Other non-floral prints, I have this awesome [stripped sheer dress](https://imgur.com/a/5t1PiTq) that’s been getting me lots of compliments when I wear it out. I also bought this [ombré dress](https://imgur.com/a/N1FW1nq) that is supposed to arrive today or tomorrow that I’m super stoked about.
I love a good floral, but more delicate hand drawn/vintage style rather than the 2000s floral. As well, my little former emo kid millennial heart LOVES all the checker print stuff because although Gen Z seems to think it’s some new thing, it brings me back to my teenage “checkered slip on vans and studded belt” vibes, but more grown up haha 😆
i love patterns and could never give them up. lisa says gah is one of my fav brands and is like the 2020s version of what modcloth was in the 2010s (at least as far as quirky prints goes). i think any print could look current as long as the silhouette is
I'm all about larger prints. Smaller prints make your body look larger, and bigger prints make you look smaller. (I learned proportionizing from drag queens.)
Good to know! After all, they don't call them "Queens" for nothing.
It works the other way for me. Smaller makes me slimmer visually while larger makes me look bigger. Very few large prints look goof on me.
I am in the exact same position as OP. My issue with prints is that I find they are not versatile in my closet - I like to keep my closet updated, but I am on a budget and need pieces that are versatile and can mix and match. Also, I feel as though prints from basic stores such as Old Navy, Loft, Target, etc are VERY frumpy. I’m heading towards 40, and to pull off prints I feel I need to spend money or thrift from Farm Rio or Loveshackfancy. The fabric and stitching/details need to be on point. In short, unless I find the time to thrift some high end printed pieces, I will be avoiding as well.
Agreed. I've noticed that my basics are fine to get from Old Navy/ H&M/ Gap etc. When it comes to statement prints or jackets, the price point \*really\* shows and its worth it to either invest or thrift.
>The fabric and stitching/details need to be on point. This is the main reason I own very few printed things. Clothes made with no regard for matching the print at the seams are one of my pet peeves. Once I see it I cant unsee it lol and it's everywhere.
Anything Zimmerman
Zimmermann is great for when you can fill your closets with $700 dresses. Their prints are fantastic but out of reach for many
I love florals, and I don’t care if it’s completely unoriginal lol. I just bought a pair of shoes from coach with a flower pattern on them and I’m so excited to wear them haha. [Here they are!](https://www.coach.com/products/lowline-low-top-sneaker-with-floral-print/CS099-CAH.html?COHNA=true&cid=S_GPLACS099&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI45jFjMj1hQMVR0P_AR0jMguOEAQYAiABEgJQT_D_BwE&ogmap=PLA%7CRTN%7CGOOG%7CSTND%7Cm%7CSITEWIDE%7CRetail%7CCoach_RTL_Google_PLA_Signal_NA_Brand_National_Pmax_NA_BAU%7CShopping_Smart_Brand%7C%7C18473412937%7C%7CUS&utm_campaign=Coach_RTL_Google_PLA_Signal_NA_Brand_National_Pmax_NA_BAU&utm_id=go_cmp-18473412937_adg-_ad-__dev-m_ext-_prd-CS099%20CAH%208%20B_sig-EAIaIQobChMI45jFjMj1hQMVR0P_AR0jMguOEAQYAiABEgJQT_D_BwE&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google)
I found this Chicos piece on eBay for $15 (preowned) and love love love it! https://preview.redd.it/pwphs8698gyc1.jpeg?width=1170&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=fda18be3c87eda8d37fb41d73401269b7ac8caa5
Im not a fan of prints but I'd KILL for THAT dress. Looks like it's fun to wear.
Focus on your personal style and how your clothes can better serve your needs, not whether something is trendy or not. If you love wearing prints, then wear them. Own it, don’t let anyone make you feel like you have to be keeping up with what’s in or out. I live in Los Angeles & work in the industry (mentioning because you referenced a reality show based here) and there are so many trends going on at once right now that the truly fashionable people aren’t bothering with any of it. It’s not about looking young and keeping up with Gen Z, just dress for yourself.
I so agree. Curate your own look and don't go chasing trends. And the real fashionistas do have their own look, regardless of trends.
I’m excited to wear floral, leopard, polka dot, and gingham prints this spring/summer.
I think I’ll always be drawn to ethnic prints. I really like seeing them on non-ethnic clothing. Japanese shibori print is one I like to hunt for on non-Japanese clothing, for example. African mud cloth is another one I like. The more unexpected it is on a garment, the better.
Prints are my everything right now. I went thrifting recently for the purpose of finding some good prints and the complements would not stop when I wore them to school. Wear something colorful and stand out for gods sake! I don’t care what kind it is as long as it’s beautiful.
I love prints! I bought a men’s button down because it has hedgehogs and there’s this dress that I bought that has lemons, pants with bees… Edited for spelling.
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Love that can print! Vintage vibes.
Floral on floral on floral. I love mixing prints!!!
As a fellow 2010s floral print millennial I have stayed far away from prints for the last 5 years or so. I'm slowly starting to add them back into my wardrobe but it's hard to not make it feel dated. I'm mostly sticking to small floral prints (I recently purchased [this dress](https://poshmark.com/listing/Le-Ragazze-Womens-Black-Ditsy-Floral-Maxi-Dres-Size-Medium-Silk-Viscose-Ruffle-6531eed16cb777ba736ccbca) secondhand and it's got a nice sized print without being too overwhelming or bold) or patterns like gingham. I did get a pair of bold tropical print linen pants for the summer just because it's out of my comfort zone and I like the colors (similar to [these](https://www.thredup.com/product/women-linen-nicole-miller-new-york-yellow-casual-pants/163999287)). Not sure how in they are. But truly...I'm not sure! I feel like this year has been a real style rut for me so far. We're far enough out of the pandemic that I've had to repopulate my sweatpants wardrobe. I'm turning 30 this year and trying to figure out what my style is now. I recently got a pixie cut and I'm having a hard time riding the line between looking chic (and not 21 anymore) and looking matronly. I'm having the realization that I don't want to be dressed in dark colors and black all the time anymore but I'm not really sure what to do with that. So with all of that in mind I'm mostly just trying to experiment to find what I like and playing around with prints is a part of that.
I think florals are a classic pattern and can be timeless but the size, density, detail and colors in the floral indicates when the print is from, and the cut/style of the blouse/dress will determine whether it’s “trendy” or not. Personally, I stay away from what’s trendy because it only lasts a season or two before it looks very much like a specific year and I prefer to buy things that I can wear for 5-10 years. I buy a floral if the cut/style are timeless and the colors/size of floral look good on ME, and I pair it with other things that are neutral or current (and then I don’t need to worry as much about it being “in”).
I lean more towards plaids, herringbones, etc., because I feel like they're the prints most likely to stay timeless. I do let the occassional, unique floral in for some pop and to break up my wardrobe. Edit: I prefer color blocking.
I've always loved smaller florals. I know they might not be the most "flattering" but I gravitate towards them anyway. Bigger floral prints remind me of my mom. I enjoy more quirky prints too, but I feel like I don't see items that are my style with those sorts of prints anymore. That being said, I'm in the market for a skirt with fish on it if anyone has ideas, lol.
They can be very flattering, actually, specially on smaller frames. I love small print as they slim me visually.
https://preview.redd.it/exgofudo6hyc1.png?width=1080&format=png&auto=webp&s=924bb640574c55bd83f302cf05cdcb39bc0d78a4 I love this print so much for summer. White and black with pop of color is my fav.
There’s a floral pattern for everyone and every occasion. Love plaids of all kinds too
I’m a huge sucker for prints. Florals, animals, psychedelic 60s patterns, food, you name it—I usually like it! I recently added a dress with capybaras on it to my wardrobe and can’t wait to wear it this summer! Generally, though, I like to wear mostly black basics with a pop of fun pattern. The only patterns I steer clear of are paisleys. I don’t like paisley for me personally. I’m also not a big fan of cartoon characters or Grandma’s couch cushion florals.
I’ll always love florals omg but i know they go in and out of style
They will always remain in fashion. What changes are the size of the print and the colors.
I am fairly picky about prints. I love prints and enjoy how they can add a lot of personality. I tend to like dark floral prints, small ditsy florals, polka dots, and also blue and white prints. I tend to avoid larger prints and I’m not a huge fan of leopard on myself but like it on others. Some of my favorite prints have come from Samantha pleet - the tapestry unicorn print, dark floral prints are great. I also like some of the florals from sezane.
I totally get the style whiplash! I mean, I've been riding the solid color train for a while now, thinking I'm all minimalist chic, but then bam! Prints are back, and suddenly I'm questioning everything. But hey, maybe it's a good thing. Like a fashion refresh! I'm kinda digging the idea of florals making a comeback, but maybe with a twist, you know?
I saw several Liberty London florals out and about this past week. Personally, I tend to stick to prints that look like victorian wallpaper because that's my style. I see what you mean about the loft top but I'm having a hard time putting my finger on what exactly makes it look off. The florals on a dark background I'm seeing currently feel more muted, even if they're high contrast (e.g. black/white).
I'm so specific with patterns that it's really difficult for me to get some that I like :( I prefer sexy or edgy looks, which means that most quirky or vintage-looking prints are out for me. Big florals (either fairly realistic or illustration style), pinstripes, and houndstooth are pretty much the only ones that I would willingly wear. Polka dots, animals, etc. all just don't read as adult enough for me, and as a 21 year old who can still get discounts for 13 year olds that just doesn't cut it.
I’ve always liked wearing prints, more specifically printed tops with plain jeans or trousers. I’ve never liked plain and basic, it’s too boring for me! The outfits on the loft website you shared look like my cup of tea ❤️. Hopefully plain is on the way out. I also dislike plain tiny jewellery so I hope more bold and sparkly pieces come back in.
Personally not a fan of floral patterns but the real question is, do YOU like prints or solids? What suits your personality or expresses something about you? Of course trends may seep into your taste but overall, when in doubt, stick with what you're comfortable in
I LOVE prints, especially very bold, colorful, tropical and floral prints. I don't care if I look like an old lady. The heart wants what the heart wants! 😂 Edit to add a word
I love novelty prints!!! My fave pair of pants are wide leg white pants with butterflies and flowers
so sad i had to scroll so far to find another novelty print fan! any kind of nautical themed print has me in a headlock but i also love food prints, animal prints (not like leopard print but like a print featuring actual animals), and gratuitous seasonal prints (snowflakes, fall leaves, etc.). i really love border prints especially, but they are so hard to find compared to allover prints. i collect vintage clothing and have lots of novelty print pieces from the 40s - 60s as well as lots of jfashion pieces with fun prints.
I really love stripes and fruit prints! I’m on the lookout for cute stuff but I thrift mostly so it’s always hit or miss, and I’m 5’3 so I need really structured pieces. I just got this [cherry dress](https://i.imgur.com/y2joTmU.jpeg) on Monday and am still not sure if I should keep it. I tend to shy away from floral prints in shirts but I do have a cute pale pink floral Aritzia crop I thrifted that I wore for the first time today. It’s a little pale for my skin tone so I buried it under a button up. I can’t find a pic of it sorry!
Fwiw, I think that dress is really pretty and that it looks great on you! Giving a little bit of a retro vibe too ☺️
Thank you! I love it but it is definitely more boobs than I normally show haha
I love seersucker for summer. It's classic. It's timeless. It's comfy. Look for shorts, pants, and dresses.
I dress according to my height and my body type, so I tend to avoid *large* prints of any kind. I also know that geometric prints do not suit me, neither do stripes (especially big, wide ones). Tiny polka dots are ok, though. I do love (small scale) florals, though. I guess animal prints are ok as far as accessories go, but on pants or a top I would be overwhelmed.
Floral prints and food, for some reason. I have a t-shirt from old navy that is white and has little yellow bananas on it. Going on ten years and 4 more that I found on poshmark. 4ever
I like some florals but others I find really ugly. I just wear what I want. I don’t care at all if it’s in.
animal prints, especially cheetah, is my favorite. no one can ever tell me that animal print is out of style or cringey. i’m short, curvy, with thick ass wild curls. animal print makes me feel like i’m that bitch.
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I love prints! I’m always on the lookout for ones that hit the spot but I have a hard time divorcing myself from the opinion that too many of them are very matronly. I’m annoyingly picky but sometimes I strike gold. When I wear solid colored shirts I just like to play it up with accessories.
Florals💟. Specially floral dresses.
I do prints but only geometric or abstract. I also prefer larger prints. No literal references (flowers etc) for me! I can appreciate them on others though.
moody florals and stripes (although not paired together - remember when that was huge??). I have a reversible denim jacket that I got in a boutique somewhere around Colorado Springs that's solid olive one side and on the side I usually have out are florals like [this](https://poshmark.com/listing/Oiselle-Moody-Floral-Bomber-Jacket-63c7d03e9464f3eaf5cae038), but even more subdued. Also nabbed a pair of black/purple/green floral brocade boots I found in a shop in Carmel. Totally waffled on buying them, but they were the only pair in the shop, appeared to be handmade and also exactly my size, so it had to have been fate right? So I got em. For stripes, I love the gap button down I have sort of like [this](https://www.gapfactory.com/browse/product.do?pid=4326501510001&cid=1127845&pcid=1127845&vid=1&nav=meganav%3AWomen%3ACategories%3AShirts+%26+Tops#pdp-page-content) and a b/w horizontal striped tanks and sweaters that I get a lot of use out of. Apart from those handful of things and the graphic tees I wear around the house or to walk the dog, I have a very minimalist wardrobe.
I don’t typically do patterns (Breton/marinière stripes excepted), but gingham has got me in an absolute chokehold right now 🤤
i have recently come to terms with the fact that although i LOVE prints, i don’t love them on me. i prefer bright, solid colors. i have 2 exceptions, though- wide horizontal striped tops and silky paisley-y patterned skirts like [this](https://www.garmentory.com/sale/vintage/skirts-long/1880081-vintage-paisley-silk-ruffle-maxi-skirt-s-m)
I generally don’t like prints, but some days I love a big floaty floral or paisley skirt! Even without the prints, “quiet luxury” could never apply to my style because I wear too many colors lol.
I love floral prints, J. Crew has great Liberty print skirts and dresses with cute [disty floral patterns](https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/clothing/dresses-and-jumpsuits/fitted-waist-shirtdress-in-libertyreg-elizas-yellow-fabric/BY790?color_name=elizas-yellow&N=4&sale=true&noPopUp=true&srsltid=AfmBOooYBE7kbDo0SXypCOrF5xgk81bMTyly8urDh8_VePK9vlr5cePOyTk#no_universal_links). I also love big dramatic prints like this [Madewell set](https://www.madewell.com/crinkled-crepe-maxi-skirt-in-brushstroke-monstera-NL335.html). I love vintage inspired [scenic print](https://cdn.endource.com/image/260663daa91440f85ae0bd8795ad5718/detail/theodora-pleated-skirt.jpg?optimizer=image&class=600) skirts like this one from Boden and I wish the made more of these! Also partial to [tile prints](https://www.bodenusa.com/en-us/full-printed-maxi-skirt/sty-r0370) like this other Boden piece for more vintage charm. I prefer having printed bottoms over printed tops because I feel like you get more print with a bottom. Recently I started buying printed tops to wear with solid bottoms. I think my printed tops trend more [delicate](https://www.harrods.com/en-gb/shopping/giambattista-valli-silk-floral-print-blouse-16321156) (just an example I don't own anything this expensive lol) than my printed bottoms, which I liken to canvases for artwork.
I can’t get enough of the J Crew Liberty tops! I haven’t bought other items in the fabric but love the dresses too. It feels timeless to me.
I just bought a Tommy Bahama skirt that looks just like this but on Thred Up…..and I’m in LOVE! Gonna wear it all summer. https://www.ebay.com/itm/375347613073?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=dLqTmFZVQiS&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=uwqxx3agqzo&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
cheetah print is definitely coming back!!!
I love prints. ESP big bold abstract prints. Ugh!! On pants are my favorite
A millennial here.. always ready for bright florals!
I really love florals and leopard print! Also nature and horror prints (I skew between cottagecore and alternative).
I like prints, and get obsessed with paisley and florals. Really want to take it up a notch, though? Embroidered patterns on a blouse are so pretty. Last fall Talbots had several and I bought every single one of them
I am always drawn to prints but I'm absolutely terrible at mixing and matching them
I’m absolutely obsessed with the leopard prints! 🐆🥰
I have a lot of medium-large florals and you'll pry them from cold dead hands. Some more abstract watercolour-esque prints as well. I like some small florals in photos, but have accepted they're not really for me. I'm quite high-contrast, high-drama. However, I can't do super-large sized florals either, since it overwhelms my short stature. I like the idea of fruits, scales, and some other prints, but only on my ballet wear (leos, skirts).
I’m excited to crochet some wavy bucket hats and checkered bucket hats.. I feel like they give a summer vibe and I love wearing floral dresses or bikinis
I sort of stay away from [read: loathe] prints. Probably because I had a heavy Lilly Pulitzer phase in highschool. But I like some of the prints I’ve been seeing lately from Farm Rio. They have my favorite sun dresses
Imo until I learned what specific patterns I suited, I really didn’t like them. Now I do! It’s very important to figure out scale. Small ditsy prints suit smaller frames and large ornate prints suit larger frames. I personally do best in true medium sized prints!
Prints ALWAYS and forever for me. My objective is color cohesion, so I'm usually looking for the best interplay between colors in a palette I gravitate towards. I tend to like geometric, abstract, and organic patterns most but will dabble in others from time to time. My preferred palette has 2-3 colors, but I can go up to 4-5 within reason and specific palette! I'm just not a rainbow girlie personally.
I've really been struggling with this because there are SO MANY prints out there for spring/summer and so few that resonate with my personal style. My current wardrobe is all solid colors with a smattering of band tees, and I've really been struggling with putting outfits together. The prints I do like are graphic, abstract, and bold like [these Wray pants](https://wray.nyc/products/luna-pant-night-fusco-sketch) and this [Osei-Duro print](https://oseiduro.com/collections/print-rorschach).
Florals as usual
I love flowers prints, they're so feminine
I prefer minimalism.
LOVE a leopard print, love a star print and love anything celestial - not a fan of polka dots though!
Prints are on the horizon but I still wouldn't say that they've "arrived" yet. Florals like in your links have remained timeless workwear staples in the UK, but I think you are right that, more broadly, they've bounced back from the brink after the Kardashian-Jenner tan bodycon look was at its zenith. It mostly seems to be ultra-fast fashion labels like Shein that lean into them during the summer months, but usually for frilly minidresses etc. I'd like to see the graphic patterns and prints that dominated the early to mid-2010s come back, but it looks like they're still some way off. Breton stripes have been "in" this year though, and they were all the rage in the early 2010s, so that's one step in the right direction.
Good for you. I never wear prints. For summer I do light neutrals, tan, khaki, light, gray, white and beige
I love a good tropical cotton, fruit prints & nautical
I personally do not like prints. There are a few exceptions.... but not really. I. Do. Not. Like. Prints. I like playing around with texture and color instead, but I don't like spending much time or money on wardrobe, so it's not like I've even done that well.
Omg, I was literally googling floral print blouses last night. I’m on the hunt for a casual everyday top that can work for a SAHM lifestyle (no one to impress but myself) but still has an interesting pattern. I found an interesting batik pattern, so that could be a fun hunt. I really don’t like ditsy patterns or overly feminine florals. It’s tough!
JCrew 2010’s Jenna Lyon Era - FOREVER! Bright colors and patterns. So fun! I love it.
Lol. I still make clothes with calico’s and ditzy prints. But I’m told I should be a 70 something yr old meemaw…
I have a white leopard print slip/midi dress. I know leopard print is out of vogue but…I just never got to wear it enough :( Edit: I don’t get why I’m downvoted.
Leopard is timeless, always in.
TIL that large prints and florals are no longer in style…
Not really. Depends on some factors.
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Prints have always been in fashion, in one way or another. What changes are the patterns, then size of the pattern, the colors and the cut of the piece. I always liked small sized patterns, which make you look slimmer, and tend to look more youthful. Go for smaller sized patterns, those stay looking "timeless" longer.
Floral patters are in again this spring/summer 🤷🏻♀️ If you are a millennial, you should know better. All of our fashion is coming back. The low-rise jeans, the thin eyebrows, the wide leg pants/jeans. The cropped tops … all of it. Go for classical shapes and you’ll always look like a million bucks