A fetish for flora sees floral imagery collide in sheer and light silky textures while tribal stylings make a statement blending boldly with leopard-print accessories such as scarfs, clutches, loafers and high heels.
Erdem blouse at Belinda, $995; Bec & Bridge skirt, $140; antique necklace at Cara & Co, $2052.. Photography by Harold David
What ties this bold look together is the combination of complementary colours.
Lanphi jacket at Christensen Copenhagen, $695; Camilla top, $249; Maurie & Eve skirt, $170; Jimmy Choo clutch, POA; Dinosaur Designs bangles, from $85-$150.. Photography by Harold David
Need a change from beige minimalism? Then think print. Mix and match animal, tribal, geometric, monochrome, floral and futuristic patterns to create a contemporary clash. Fusing together different prints might seem like a fashion no-no but a collision of motifs can merge merrily so long as they are united by complementary colours, tones and textures
Salvatore Ferragamo dress, $2995, and heels, POA; Appartement à Louer necklace at Bijioux Box, $365; Oroton clutch; $495.. Photography by Harold David
Willow jacket, $890; Emporio Armani top, $1370; Willow pants, $595; Ray Ban sunglasses, $250; Salvatore Ferragamo heels, POA.. Photography by Harold David
Print princess Diane von Furstenberg is renowned for her signature prints in harmonious hues. Her 2012 Resort collection paired bright fluoros with black as did the futuristic looks of Christopher Kane who followed the fluorescent suit, showing a rainbow of tutti-frutti stripes that melted together like a colour wheel – yellows fading into oranges, reds and blues.
Sara Phillips blouse, $495; Josh Goot skirt, $1245; Dinosaur Designs bangles, $170, and ring, $170; Miu Miu heels, $1300.. Photography by Harold David
Italian design duo Dolce & Gabbana paraded clashing floral combinations down the spring/summer catwalk along with Roberto Cavalli, whose leopard prints and exaggerated florals first set a trend in the 1970s and are now the designer’s signature look.
Scanlan & Theodore blouse, $260; Sass & Bide shorts, $390; Gucci sunglasses, $430; Oroton belt, $105; Salvatore Ferragamo bag, $2995; Christian Louboutin heels, $4195.. Photography by Harold David
It might seem like an optical illusion but merging your prints creates texture. Combining different fabrics is the first rule; try placing a chunky weave with a more refined silk or jersey, then pair smaller prints with more graphic imagery such as stripes, animal print or polka dots.
Scanlan & Theodore blouse, $350; Camilla and Marc pants, $1100; Dinosaur Designs bangles, $370 (left), and $390 (right).. Photography by Harold David
