Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Cute or Crazy?

This is perhaps the most pattern-mixing I've tried. Does it work or is it too much? I rather like it but I understand that the idea isn't for everyone. I think this is an effective shot at giving pattern-mixing a gothic flair, what with the damask *and* pinstripes *and* polka-dots, all in black, white, and grey. I'm open to opinions!

What I'm wearing:
Black & white damask-print knit top, Spiegel | Grey pinstripe vest, Newport News | Black crochet trumpet skirt, Coldwater Creek | Black & white polka-dot scarf, Express | Black tights, Calvin Klein | Black & grey pumps, Target | Black & white African bead earrings, made by me | Urban Decay "Gash" lipstick

Do you mix patterns in your outfits?

 




 



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16 comments:

  1. nepenthesJanuary 24, 2012 at 11:49 PM

    I love the pattern mixing in this outfit, Trystan! I think you did an awesome job of it.

    I posted my jacket for you: http://sheilaephemera.blogspot.com/2012/01/gothic-snowflake.html

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  2. KiJanuary 25, 2012 at 12:32 AM

    I think it looks great, since it is within the same colour family :)

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  3. Mary ZawadzkiJanuary 25, 2012 at 5:59 AM

    I think it looks cool! What makes it work is the smaller pinstripe against the larger floral pattern. The polkadots are away from the main areas of pattern enough that they aren't overbearing and old. It really works together. LOVE those shoes!!!

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  4. scorpianaxJanuary 25, 2012 at 8:10 AM

    I am not normally a fan of mixing patterns, but I think you pulled this off really well. Sticking with a black/white/grey pallette really tied it all together.

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  5. AndiJanuary 25, 2012 at 10:51 AM

    I think it works, due to the similar palette and similar intensity of prints. I would have gone with something a bit more sheer or a little lighter for the scarf, but that's me.

    I actually like the shirts that are made with several prints together, so that was my first thought when I saw the pic. Looks good to me!

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  6. Trystan L. BassJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    Thanks! And yes, your jacket is to die for :)

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  7. Trystan L. BassJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    The scale of the patterns does keep it in balance I think. Thanks!

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  8. Trystan L. BassJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Thanks! Definitely helps that they're all in similar colors.

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  9. ChristineJanuary 25, 2012 at 1:13 PM

    I LOVE it! I think it's bold yet coordinated, spunky yet smart. I'd call this cabaret-goth--vests and carnivalesque pattern mixing is very cabaret.

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  10. kymmi tuttleJanuary 25, 2012 at 2:03 PM

    Most definitely cute. They all compliment each other rather than fight for attention. Brings a depth to the outfit for sure.

    Love!

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  11. Trystan L. BassJanuary 25, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    Oh, I love that, thanks!

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  12. LainaJanuary 25, 2012 at 7:48 PM

    I love it! I've been experimenting with pattern matching lately too. I like the way you've done it, really bold and lovely!

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  13. JanetKJanuary 25, 2012 at 9:43 PM

    I think you did a great job with the patterns. Normally I "loath" polka dots, but I didn't hate the scarf. Very cool.

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  14. Lynne DeVennyFebruary 5, 2012 at 9:36 AM

    Definitely cute.

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  15. Kate Setzer KamphausenFebruary 7, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    New stalker here! Found you through Madame Charm School (of course). And *I* think your pattern mixing is WONDERFUL. Because, of course, as others have said, the saturation of the colors is mostly the same - lots of black & white prints together. It's like those nutty sixties prints (Pucci as the best of the lot) - the colors involved are all SO scarily neon that they are on a visual equal plane.

    Of course I mean I LOVE IT and I think it works and... I've had too much coffee.

    Plus, you got a little steampunk feel goin' on in this outfit. Which is *always* fun!

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  16. TracieFebruary 12, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    Oooo, Trystan! I absolutely LOVE this outfit! So edgy and classy at the same time. Damask and stripes and dots, oh my! That's three of my favorite things right there. LOL All cleverly assembled. Well done, girlfriend!

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