12 Ways to Mix Unique Prints without Overdoing It: Lessons from Colombian Designers

Do you ever see that blouse with an amazing print and think, "I love it, but how can I incorporate it into my everyday life?" You're not alone. Clothes with unique designs and artistic prints can be intimidating at first, but that's precisely why these garments are so interesting: combining bold prints is easier than you think when you know the rules (and when to break them).

As a Concept Store specializing in Colombian designer fashion, we've seen hundreds of successful combinations and... well, some not so successful ones. Today, we're sharing the 12 formulas that really work, inspired by pieces from our independent designers like Cemadier, Christy Bolívar, Aurora, and more.

The best part: These techniques work for both everyday wear and special occasions.

1. The Third Neutral Rule: Your Lifesaver

The concept: If you wear a bold patterned garment, balance it with two neutral pieces around it.

How to apply it:

• Statement piece: Blouse with a specific print

• Neutral 1: Black pants or dark jeans

• Neutral 2: Sand blazer or nude shoes

Why it works: The print becomes the protagonist without competing. Your eyes have a place to rest.

Neutral colors that always work:

• Black, white, gray, beige, sand, camel, chocolate brown

2. Print Scale: Large + Small = Balance

The professional trick: Combine a large print with a small one in the same color.

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• Close-up of torso showing the combination of two prints

• Dress with large flowers (Aurora) + scarf with mini-print

• Side lighting to highlight textures ALT TEXT: "Combination of large and small prints - artistic Colombian fashion" FILE NAME: escala-estampados-grande-pequeno.jpg

Real example with our pieces:

• Dress with giant flowers by Aurora (large print)

• Belt with micro-stripes (small print)

• Both share terracotta tones

The science behind it: Different scales create visual hierarchy. Your eye knows what to look at first.

3. Monochromatic with Texture: Safe and Sophisticated

The formula: Use different prints in the SAME color palette.

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• Complete look in blue or terracotta tones

• Different textures and prints but same chromatic family

• Minimalist white background

• Full body shot ALT TEXT: "Monochromatic outfit with multiple prints - Colombian design Paisaje Latino" FILE NAME: look-monocromatico-multiples-prints.jpg

Winning combination:

• Top with floral print in blue tones (Atalá)

• Skirt with navy blue and light blue stripes

• Indigo accessories

The secret: Keeping everything in one color family eliminates 90% of the risk of looking overdone.

4. Animal Print + Floral: The Unexpected Combo

Warning: It sounds crazy, but it's MAGIC when done right.

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• Outfit mixing animal print with floral

• Model in a relaxed pose

• Urban background (Bogotá street or trendy cafe) ALT TEXT: "How to combine animal print with florals - alternative fashion Colombia" FILE NAME: animal-print-floral-mix.jpg

The golden rule here:

1. One of the prints should be more subtle (muted tones)

2. Share at least ONE color between both prints

3. Use solid accessories to anchor

Practical example:

• Pants with leopard print in brown tones (subtle)

• Floral blouse with brown background and pink flowers (Christy Bolívar)

• Solid terracotta bag (Anca Ravelo)

5. The Power of the Bridge Color

Advanced concept: Use an accessory or a third garment that contains colors from BOTH prints.

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• Flatlay (overhead view) showing disassembled complete outfit

• Two patterned garments + bridge accessory

• Neutral textile background (white linen) ALT TEXT: "Bridge color technique for combining prints - professional styling" FILE NAME: color-puente-combinar-prints.jpg

How to execute it:

• Skirt with geometric print in blue and yellow

• Top with red and yellow stripes

• Bridge color = YELLOW (present in both)

• Add a solid yellow belt to reinforce

Why it's foolproof: The shared color creates instant visual cohesion.

6. Less is More: The Rule of Two

For beginners: Never use more than 2 prints in the same outfit.

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• Side-by-side comparison (digital split screen)

• LEFT: Look with 2 prints (well-executed)

• RIGHT: Look with 4 prints (overdone)

• Neutral gray background ALT TEXT: "Rule of two prints - visual styling guide Colombia" FILE NAME: regla-dos-estampados-comparacion.jpg

Allowed exceptions:

• If you are an advanced fashionista and know color theory

• If all prints share an identical palette

• If one of the "prints" is actually a texture (tweed, bouclé)

7. Geometric Prints: Easy to Mix

The truth: Geometric prints are the most versatile to combine.

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• Outfit with two different geometric prints (stripes + circles, or checks + zigzag)

• Cemandier or Ciento Cinco Lunares garments

• Dynamic pose (walking)

• Modern architectural background ALT TEXT: "Mix of geometric prints Colombian design - Paisaje Latino Bogotá" FILE NAME: estampados-geometricos-mix.jpg

Foolproof combinations:

• Stripes + polka dots (classic Parisian)

• Checks + stripes (preppy chic)

• Chevron + circles (modern)

Key rule: Vary the scale (one large, one small) or the direction (vertical + horizontal stripes).

8. Denim: Your Best Anti-Overload Ally

The easiest hack: Denim is technically a print (the fabric has a diagonal pattern), but it works as a neutral.

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• Casual look with patterned piece + denim

• Relaxed atmosphere (park or cafe)

• Natural golden hour light ALT TEXT: "Combine denim with unique prints - casual style Colombia" FILE NAME: denim-estampados-look-casual.jpg

Tried and true formulas:

• Denim jacket + floral print dress (Aurora or Atalá)

• Classic jeans + maximalist print blouse (Christy Bolívar)

• Denim skirt + graphic print top (Cemandier)

Why it always works: Indigo blue complements almost any color palette.

9. Printed Accessories: Start Small

For the timid: If combining patterned garments terrifies you, start with accessories.

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• Close-up of patterned accessories (bag, scarf, Amani glasses)

• On a solid neutral background

• Soft overhead lighting ALT TEXT: "Unique patterned accessories Colombia - designer glasses and bags" FILE NAME: accesorios-estampados-colombia.jpg

The ladder method:

1. Level 1: Neutral outfit + patterned scarf

2. Level 2: Neutral outfit + patterned bag (Anca Ravelo)

3. Level 3: Patterned top + patterned accessories + neutral bottom

4. Level 4: Two patterned garments + neutral accessories

Perfect products to start with:

• Sunglasses with patterned frames (Amani)

• Scarves with artistic prints

• Bags with embroidery or prints (Anca Ravelo)

10. The Visual Blocking Technique

Advanced concept: Separate prints with a solid color stripe.

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• Complete look showing clear visual separation

• Ex: patterned top + wide solid belt + patterned skirt

• Static frontal pose

• Minimalist white background ALT TEXT: "Visual blocking technique for combining multiple prints" FILE NAME: blocking-visual-multiples-prints.jpg

How to apply it:

• Floral print top

• Wide black belt (separator element)

• Geometric print skirt

The science: The brain processes each section separately, reducing the feeling of "visual chaos."

11. Season and Context: Read the Room

Reality check: Not all prints work in all contexts.

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• Collage of 3 looks for different occasions

• LEFT: Office (subtle prints)

• CENTER: Casual day (medium prints)

• RIGHT: Party/event (bold prints)

• Clear vertical division between sections ALT TEXT: "Print guide by occasion - office, casual and party Colombia" FILE NAME: estampados-por-ocasion.jpg

Quick guide:

For office/work:

• Small and monochromatic prints

• Maximum 1 patterned piece per outfit

• Professional colors (blue, black, white)

For casual/weekend:

• Total freedom (this is where our Aurora and Atalá pieces shine)

• Mix up to 2 prints

• Vibrant and cheerful colors

For events/parties:

• GO BIG: one maximalist print (Christy Bolívar, Cemandier)

• Or sophisticated mix with bridge color technique

• Add sparkle or metallics to elevate

12. Trust Your Eye (And the 3-Second Mirror Test)

The final rule: If you put it on and feel amazing in the first 3 seconds, it works.

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• Model genuinely smiling in a patterned outfit

• Relaxed and confident pose

• Natural environment (not staged)

• Captures emotion, not technical perfection ALT TEXT: "Confidence when wearing unique patterned clothes - designer fashion Colombia" FILE NAME: confianza-estampados-unicos.jpg

The ultimate test:

1. You put it on

2. You look in the mirror

3. You instinctively smile = KEEP IT

4. You frown = try something else

Universal truth: Independent designer fashion is about personal expression, not rigid rules.

🎨 The Pieces That Make the Job Easy

Not all prints are created equal. Some pieces from our Colombian designers are DESIGNED to be easily mixed and matched:

For beginners:

• Aurora dresses: Floral prints in natural palettes that go with everything

• Atalá blouses: Summer prints with soft colors

• Amani accessories: Glasses with subtle but unique designs

For intermediates:

• Cemandier pieces: Bold graphic prints but with controlled palettes

• Anca Ravelo bags: Texture + color that functions as a bridge

For experts:

• Christy Bolívar collections: Maximalist designer creations

• Ciento Cinco Lunares garments: For those who have already mastered color theory

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💡 Cheat Sheet: Quick Combination Guide

Your Action Plan (Start TODAY)

Step 1: Identify your comfort level

• Beginner: 1 print + neutrals

• Intermediate: 2 prints with bridge color

• Advanced: Experiment with scale and blocking

Step 2: Visit Paisaje Latino (online or physical store at Calle 70A #7-62, Bogotá)

Step 3: Choose ONE patterned piece that you love

Step 4: Build the outfit using rules 1-3 from this article

Step 5: Take a photo, tag us at @paisaje.latino, and share your look

Bonus: Common Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

❌ Mistake: Combining prints of the same size ✅ Solution: Vary the scale (large + small)

❌ Mistake: Using 4+ different colors ✅ Solution: Limit to 3 colors maximum

❌ Mistake: All prints, zero neutrals ✅ Solution: The third neutral rule ALWAYS

❌ Mistake: Prints competing for attention ✅ Solution: One protagonist, one secondary

📍 Find These Pieces at Paisaje Latino

Physical store: Calle 70A #7-62, Bogotá, Colombia Monday to Saturday: 11am - 7pm Sunday: 11am - 4pm

Online: paisajelatino.com National and international shipping

Instagram: @paisaje.latino

Need help with styling? Write to us on WhatsApp: +57 314 233 1205

Products Mentioned in This Article

• Cemandier Collection - Graphic Prints

• Christy Bolívar - Designer Fashion

• Aurora - Summer Style

• Atalá - Statement Pieces

• Anca Ravelo - Bags and Shoes

• Amani - Exclusive Glasses

• Ciento Cinco Lunares

Conclusion:

Colombian independent designer fashion exists precisely to break away from the basic and predictable. Unique prints are not to be hidden, they are to celebrate your personality.

These 12 techniques are not absolute rules, they are tools. Use them as a starting point, then experiment. The best combination of prints is the one that makes you feel unstoppable.

Ready to start? Your next statement piece is waiting for you at Paisaje Latino.

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Do you have your own tricks for combining prints? Did you try any of these techniques? Share your experience in the comments or tag us on Instagram with #PaisajeLatinoStyle

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