Mix It Up: Part 1

Start off the new year by making a statement and mixing prints and textures into your outfits. Think of this as a new year's resolution to add some personality into your wardrobe. 

This is a resolution that is about you and what makes you feel great about yourself. I've put together some examples of how to incorporate prints and textures into an outfit, and now all you need to do is try!

A printed dress is the best way to begin wearing prints.  Printed dresses are easy to wear because shoes and accessories are the only missing pieces.

Vogue editor Valerie Boster is wearing a printed dress gathered at the waist to define her figure.  Something as simple as a printed dress will help you stand out in a room.

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If a printed dress is too much for you to begin with, a printed skirt or shirt is another way to add print to your wardrobe.  Something like this can easily be worn with a solid top or bottom.  The Aqua skirt below is filled with color and can be worn with either a solid blue, black, or red top.

bloomingdales.com: Aqua $88

Texture is another way to mix up a simple outfit.  The Banana Republic skirt shown below is a black skirt with subtle detailing at the bottom to create a different yet wearable look to work.  A skirt like this can be worn with a suit jacket, dress or printed shirt because the color is neutral and the detailing is not overwhelming. 

Banana Republic.com $69.99

Tweed is another way to add texture to a basic outfit.  Zoe Saldana, shown below, paired a tweed coat with jeans and a white t-shirt to complete her look for the Kid's Choice Award.

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This Chanel inspired tweed coat can essentially be worn with anything from a dress to leggings, to give it a feminine touch.

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With any fashion trend, make sure you feel confident in what you're wearing.  Confidence is key to pulling off any look and is always in style.