How to add prints to your wardrobe and look professional at the workplace!

Raise your hand if you are confused about adding prints/patterns to your wardrobe and looking professional in the workspace.

I would imagine a sea of hands! I know it can be confusing. I often get asked if it is appropriate to wear prints/patterns to work and if I will look professional.

First of all, yes, you can wear prints/patterns to the office. Prints are professional and appropriate for women. But the?bigger question remains what type of prints/patterns can you wear?

The pattern/print type can make our outfit more or less professional.

So let's go ahead and start with what type of prints/patterns you should pick to look the part.

I always suggest picking classic prints/patterns rather than trendy ones: for example:

• Polka dots
• Stripes?
• Herringbone

Those are classic patterns and are more than appropriate to wear to work. Those?patterns/prints?are timeless and don't go out of style.

Geometric patterns are another great option as well. If you decide to pick those designs, make sure you select a classic silhouette like a button-up shirt to make sure you look professional. Here are some examples:

Size matter!

When picking the size, you should stick to small prints/patterns.??Large patterns can easily overwhelm your figure,?especially if you are petite.

Let's talk about how to add prints/patterns to your wardrobe. I usually suggest starting small. Pick a classic print/pattern and style it with a solid color! You can easily add a blazer on top!

If you worry that prints/patterns might "wear" you instead of you wearing prints, here are a few tips to follow.?

• Pick neutral colors like black, white, nude, beige, navy, and taupe.?

• Always select small print/pattern sizes.?

• Select classic silhuettes. Classic silhouettes will help you look professional even if you wear prints/patterns to work.

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Comment below and let me know what are your favorite prints to war to work!