Only the bold need apply to the latest spring/summer 2010 trend: mixed prints.

Mixing patterns artfully can be super tricky, so stick to these rules if you want to give it a go:

1. Make sure one color repeats in every piece of the outfit (like Genevieve Jones, if you have an orange paisley print on top, you should have orange in whatever print you choose on the bottom).

2. Combine loose prints with structured prints (think swirls or flowers with stripes).

3. Blend small designs with large prints (think gingham mixed with bold flowers, or animal print with geometric patterns).

4. Think of stripes as neutrals that you can pair with anything.

5. Have fun!

Mix patterns flawlessly with these fun separates:

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Smootches!