J.Crew Midnight Floral Tee (it's linen!!)
I'm no pushover when it comes to prints. In fact, other than leopard print, stripes and the occasional printed scarf, I've tended to avoid them. It's so easy to go wrong: too big, too precious, too "upholstery fabric," too much going on...and so many prints tend to wear me rather than the other way around.But a printed top can be a great way to breathe some life into neutral separates, and lately I've been running across some prints that have me rethinking my aversion. They're playful without being twee, and neutral enough to mix with other colors or wear to work underneath a cardigan or blazer.
I fell in love with the print on the J.Crew tee above the moment I saw it. Yes, it's floral and butterflies and birds, but somehow it's not cloying and it works. It's that color I think of as "French blue" and would look great with everything from jeans to a pencil skirt. Pair with a leather moto jacket for a fun mix. I was told by a Sales Associate that they're selling out of this style quickly, so if you're interested, don't dither. (Be aware: it runs a bit large, so size down.)
DKNY Claudine Print V-Neck Sweater
The print on this DKNY sweater riffs on both the tribal and polka dot print trends and somehow transcends both, creating an artsy and sophisticated look that would carry an outfit.
Madewell "Sketchyard" shirt
Madewell does some really wonderful subtle-but-witty prints. These silk "boyshirts" have an oversize fit and work nicely as tunics.
Madewell "Birdslife" silk shirt
Also from Madewell, this geometric print linen tee is an interesting alternative to stripes or polka dots.
Madewell Geometry tee
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