The Proper Way to Style Prints According to London Fashion Week Street Style Stars

Keep calm and print on.

The Proper Way to Style Prints According to London Fashion Week Street Style Stars

Some of the most exciting and downright fun labels show during London Fashion Week, from Charles Jeffrey to Richard Quinn. So it’s no surprise that the street style in the mostly overcast city is equally as striking. Among the many bright colors—there were plenty of orange dresses and colorful handbags to be had—fashion week attendees in London showed up in statement-making prints. Captured by Acielle of Style Du Monde, these Brits gave us a lesson, seven in fact, on how to properly wear the boldest of prints—from poppy florals, monochromatic graphics, to oversized polka dots.

When it comes to expressing yourself through clothing, try doing it the London way—keep calm and print on!

Strike a Balance

Pull together a pair of loud pants with polished basics such as a tailored blazer and simple undershirt.

Theory Etiennette striped wool blazer

Versace VE 4393 GB1/87 black plastic shield sunglasses

Chanel 19 handbag

Libertine button card shoppe printed straight-leg pants

Connect the Dots

A playful spotted shirt makes a serious statement when paired with tapered trousers and a chic day bag.

Proenza Schouler polka dot shirt

Wandler Penelope bag

Rag & Bone Baby boyfriend belt

Cos high-waist pleated pants

Retro Active

A bright, ’80s print top feels modern when paired with relaxed denim and timeless accessories.

Julia Heuer Ida plissé pleated crop top

JW Anderson logo-embroidered raw-edge wide-leg jeans

Brooks Brothers feather-edge belt

By Far Sofia block-heel booties

Color-pull

What to pair with a patterned skirt? Choose a shade from the print and stick to it.

H&M cotton sweatshirt

Alexander McQueen the Curve small leather shoulder bag

La DoubleJ Sardegna Selva-print cotton-poplin skirt

JW Anderson chain link slide sandals

Graphic Design

An eye-catching top deserves equally eye-catching accessories—note the full monochromatic color palette.

Christopher John Rogers padded-shoulder short-sleeve shirt

Kara black camera bag

Balenciaga super-cropped raw-edge denim culottes

JW Anderson chain link loafer mules

Check It Twice

You know what pairs wonderfully with monochrome checkers? More checks! Tie in the rest of your look by keeping things simple, i.e. a pair of black trousers and sneakers.

Prada Double Match paneled shirt

Stand Studio Lucille bicolored faux fur tote bag

Nike sportswear cargo pants

Prada men’s America’s Cup patent leather patchwork sneakers

Alike Stripes

Take a cue from the main part of your ensemble, in this case, a striped crochet dress, and opt for accessories with similar aesthetics.

Alpha Industries MA-1 Nasa bomber jacket

Mango cotton-blend dress

Arizona Love Trekky-print sandals

Alighieri the Craters We Know gold-plated necklace

This story originally appeared on: Vogue - Author:Madeline Fass