Showing posts with label Zoe Karssen. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Zoe Karssen. Show all posts

Monday, April 7, 2014

How to wear tropical island prints

island life



After a wicked winter, this spring we are ready to jump right into warm weather, fruity drinks, bright colors and warm breezes.  It seems like an island-inspired element always surfaces in the spring, but this time around, I feel that it's especially strong.

Don't you love the vintage feel of tropical prints? Palm fronds, colorful fruit, birds of paradise...

Ok, so you don't want to look like a dorky tourist on a 3 hour tour?  The trick to this is to pick one element at a time and pair with neutral basics for a casual-with-a-quirk feel.  The hat alone with a basic grey tee and jeans is just cheeky enough, and you won't look silly. 

If you're not ready to wear the island trend yourself, maybe your couch is?  I included a great tropical bird pillow from West Elm if you're wardrobe wants to stay on dry land.

What's your favorite piece?  How would you style this tropical vibe?