Mixing Prints: Polka-dots + Florals - Sensible Stylista

Mixing Prints: Polka-dots + Florals

For today's post, I've decided to feature two of my favorite prints: florals and polka dots. Although these patterns are busy & bold, they work extremely well together because they share similar color schemes that unify the outfit, ultimately creating a cohesive whole.
I wore a dainty nameplate necklace for simplicity's sake.  The last thing I wanted to do was over-accessorize!  I threw on ivory wedges and grabbed a trendy Kate Spade clutch to complete the look. 
Bag:  Kate Spade
Skinnies:  Madewell
Necklace:  Baublebar
Shoes:  Candie's via Kohl's ($32)
Top:  Forever 21 (originally $20, now on sale for $14)

What "rules" do you follow when mixing prints?  Any tips you'd like to share?
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  1. UnknownJuly 23, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    Love your clutch. When ever I mix prints, I usually lean towards a same color scheme to prevent clashing or go with a similar pattern.

    - Christine

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  2. AnonymousJuly 23, 2013 at 9:51 AM

    you look stunning, I love the trousers <3 xx

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  3. YonosoyunaitgirlJuly 23, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    Great look! I love your pants! XX

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  4. Lily FangJuly 23, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    Ahhh, your hair looks so lovely up! And this print mix is just genius. Always so stylish, Kimberly!

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  5. Delia.July 23, 2013 at 11:37 AM

    I love the print of your top
    Kisses :*

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  6. Anna-AlinaJuly 23, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    love your pants and shoes, honey

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  7. AnonymousJuly 23, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    oh so beautiful outfit! <3
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  8. ImkeJuly 23, 2013 at 12:07 PM

    These prints go well together indeed!

    XO Imke

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  9. AnonymousJuly 23, 2013 at 1:01 PM

    cute summer look! xoxo

    stylemeetsbeauty.blogspot.ro

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  10. SimonaJuly 23, 2013 at 1:13 PM

    If you keep them in the same colour scheme they look great!
    Simona
    www.lakenmoon.com

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  11. UnknownJuly 23, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    OMG!
    I like your prints! Together they look unique!
    xoxo M.

    http://sislovefashion.blogspot.com/

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  12. ullaJuly 23, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    Oh I love this outfit <3 really nice :* I follow U now :D

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  13. UnknownJuly 23, 2013 at 1:39 PM

    Absolutely love the top! Such a nice outfit :) xxx frecklesandflawsbeautyblog

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  14. Lauren @ Exploring My StyleJuly 23, 2013 at 1:44 PM

    I don't own many prints but I try to look for more printed things when I shop nowadays. They make outfits more interesting and make styling easier. I love your simple wedges and accessories with such a busy outfit!

    Lauren
    Exploring My Style

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  15. UnknownJuly 23, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    The prints look so cute together! I love this look

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  16. Dressed With SoulJuly 23, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    Ah, I love it how you paired the two patterns, which I most love, too :) And so funny, recently I wore a dress with a pattern of floral print and dots!

    xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena

    www.dressedwithsoul.blogspot.de

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  17. Katy MageJuly 23, 2013 at 2:44 PM

    This is amazing! Love your pants :)

    DARE 2 WEAR

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  18. Kathleen HarperJuly 23, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    You mixed these prints perfectly! You look so sweet and fashionable! Love your pants especially - so gorgeous!
    <3
    katsfashionfix.blogspot.com

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  19. The darling cherryJuly 23, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    I like mixing prints,when the colors are similar it comes out perfect!
    The outfit is soooo lovely:)

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  20. UnknownJuly 23, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    Love it, Kimberly! This outfit is sooo cute!

    Katie
    Style Diary

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  21. andysparklesJuly 23, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    Awesome! Love the way you mixed the prints.

    Much love from Germany

    http://andysparkles.blogspot.de/

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  22. Avec AmberJuly 23, 2013 at 7:49 PM

    I love these mixed prints on you! What a great summer outfit. =)

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    http://www.bloglovin.com/avecamber

    I hope you have a great week!

    Amber

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  23. The Dainty Dolls HouseJuly 24, 2013 at 4:28 AM

    So stunning doll, these are two of my favourite prints too :)) I hope you got some sleep, I finally managed, though I still feel tired, haha :) xx

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  24. UnknownJuly 24, 2013 at 4:29 AM

    Thank you for your Visit! I follow you happy now. Cool pants.

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  25. TabetJuly 24, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    Hey,
    this pants look lovely! :)
    Kisses
    Tabea

    http://wolkedrei.blogspot.de/

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  26. Giulia MatteiJuly 24, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    I like it, really classy.

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  27. Eva M.July 24, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    Lovely shirt!!

    xx
    FashionEvELand | FEEL

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  28. CaninesCoutureJuly 24, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    Love the pattern mixing that you're doing in this outfit! It's so fun. You make it look elegant which is hard to do.

    Jules of Canines & Couture
    www.caninesandcouture.com

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  29. Isa MachadoJuly 24, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    You look amazing dear! :)

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  30. joleisaJuly 24, 2013 at 1:09 PM

    Nice shoes)

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  31. YasmineJuly 24, 2013 at 3:33 PM

    Gorgeous! I love your hair too xx

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  32. FashionEdibleJuly 24, 2013 at 3:45 PM

    I generally mix prints that are in the same pattern scheme or ones that blend well together. Stripes are one of my favorite prints to mix.

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  33. Brigitte HoneybeeJuly 24, 2013 at 8:16 PM

    i love it! especially your top.

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    xoXo

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  34. EllieJuly 24, 2013 at 8:49 PM

    Whoa, I'm so surprised at how well these go together! I'm not one to wear busy and bold things usually, so it would take a big leap of "faith" to wear something like that. haha. But lately I've definitely been more excited about fashion and different patterns, so I actually like this combination! :)

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  35. UnknownJuly 25, 2013 at 12:00 AM

    Such a fabulous mix of print!! You look lovely!!

    Veloria in Velvet
    www.veloriainvelvet.wordpress.com

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  36. UnknownJuly 25, 2013 at 4:38 PM

    I love your top!
    xxRoos

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  37. ANDYSTYLEJuly 25, 2013 at 5:05 PM

    PRETTY,LIKE THE PANTS :)

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  38. UnknownJuly 25, 2013 at 7:08 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! I am loving the mixed prints, such as cute top.

    Followed :)

    Hillary
    www.thefashiongawker.blogspot.com

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  39. M + KJuly 26, 2013 at 12:47 AM

    We love the combination of the floral pants and polka dot top! so cute. this outfit definitely screams summer. we can't wait for it to warm up here so we can finally get back into our singlets and tanks!

    www.mkstyleramblings.blogspot.com.au

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  40. UnknownJuly 26, 2013 at 1:51 AM

    Such a great idea on mixing prints! Great outfit!

    New follower :)

    Xo, Michelle

    mash-elle.blogspot.com

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  41. Elsa HurtadoJuly 26, 2013 at 2:52 AM

    I love how you mixed these different prints!
    Now following via GFC.

    Xo, Elsa
    Mix and Match the F word

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  42. RakelJuly 26, 2013 at 4:38 AM

    Hi Kimberly!! ^^

    What a lovely outfit! so inspirational! ^^

    http://alovelystyle.blogspot.com.es/

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  43. Adriana CarmenJuly 26, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    I like your polka dot blouse!
    xoxo
    http://dailyfashiondream.blogspot.com

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  44. UnknownJuly 26, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    Really pretty polka dot blouse!

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  45. Tali @ RockMyHeelsJuly 28, 2013 at 11:01 AM

    I think these prints look perfect together! Like you said, when mixing prints, they have to be of the same color scheme and of course, the accessories are important. I love the shoes and clutch you chose, they look great in this outfit.

    xx
    Tali
    www.RockMyHeels.com

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