How to Spruce Up Your Spring-Summer Wardrobe with Prints and Color

March 17, 2023Leave a comment

With warmer weather making its way and flowers starting to bloom, it’s no better time to experiment with new fashion trends and spice up your wardrobe. With so many prints and colors to choose from, it can be overwhelming to decide which ones to add to your collection. In this article, we’ll guide you on how to spruce up your spring/summer wardrobe with prints and color.

Assess Your Current Wardrobe

Before you start adding prints and colors, it’s important to assess your current wardrobe. Take out all your clothes and separate them by color and style. This will give you an idea of what colors and prints you already have and what you need to add to your collection.

Play with Colors

Spring and summer are all about bright and bold colors so don’t be afraid to mix and match! For a bold and vibrant look, try a one-tonal outfit to create a chic vibrant outfit, or opt for contrasting colors to catch the eye. For a more subtle look, try pairing pastel colors like pink and lavender that will leave a soft, feminine touch.

Add a contrast of colors for a vibrant statement look

Experiment with Prints

Prints are a great way to add a pop of color and texture to your outfit. Don’t be afraid to experiment with prints like florals, stripes, polka dots, and animal prints. To avoid looking too busy, pair one printed piece with solid-colored pieces.

Don’t Overdo It

While prints and colors are fun to play with, it’s important not to overdo it. Too many prints and colors can look overwhelming and take away from the overall look. If you’re unsure, start with one printed or colored piece and build your outfit around it.

Choose the Right Fabric

Washable, stretch chiffon will keep you cool and comfortable

When choosing prints and colors, it’s important to consider the fabric. Light and airy fabrics like cotton and chiffon are perfect for spring and summer – they’re breathable, light and will keep you feeling comfortable on the hottest of days. And to make things easier for yourself, opt for pieces that are machine-washable. Not only will this save you time and energy from having to go to the dry cleaners, but it will also help keep your clothes looking and feeling fresh after a long day soaking up the sun.

Accessorize with Prints and Color

If you’re not ready to go all out with prints and colors, start off with accessories like scarves, shoes, and bags. By adding a subtle pop of color to a simple outfit, you can make a chic statement that’s also playful and fun. This is a great way to experiment with prints and colors without fully committing to a bold outfit.

Adding pops of red with black is the perfect power combo!

Invest in Quality Pieces

Investing in quality pieces is important when it comes to prints and colors. Quality pieces will last longer and maintain their color and print after multiple washes. Look for fabrics that are durable, won’t fade easily and be a staple in your wardrobe time after time again.

Adding prints and colors to your spring/summer wardrobe can be a challenge, but with these tips, you can inject some personality into your outfit while still maintaining a polished look. Thankfully, kay me has you covered with our collection of washable, durable, and vibrant pieces. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or a confidence boost for any occasion, our Japan-made items will be ready to back you up for many years to come.

Timeless and Classic with a Twist: How to Wear Monochromatics for Summer

May 11, 20221 Comment

As summer peaks around the corner, many people are quick to switch out their wardrobe for bright, vibrant colors to signify the end of cold, gloomy winter. But what if colors aren’t your cup of tea, or doesn’t fit the TPO (Time, Place, Occasion)? Our solution is simple: stick with the timeless and classic combination of black and white, with a twist!

In this article we’ll explore three monochromatic kay me dresses and how you can transform your black and white outfits to be light, airy, and vibrant for the summer season.

Brighten up with White

What better way to look fresh and new for the summer season than with a touch of bright white? Add a white item to instantly lift the complexion of the outfit and effortlessly brighten the look! This also helps to pull out the lighter shades in your monochromatic look and adds a crisp finish that ties the look together. Our Black Herringbone Cache-Coeur Ribbon Dress is the perfect match for any white jacket, featuring a chic and classical monochrome herringbone print complemented by a black ribbon tie at the waistline. The white jacket lifts the heaviness of the black used in the dress, creating a perfectly harmonious balance without straying from the monochromatic spectrum.

Black Herringbone Cache-Coeur Ribbon Dress

Create Harmony with Earthy Tones

Bring roundness to the sharp edge of monochromatic items by pairing them with a soft earth tone such as beige or greige, or gray. By softening the color palette with the introduction of earth tones, the look becomes effortlessly lightweight, perfect for the warmer months. To take this method a step further, we recommend finding a monochromatic item that includes a touch of earth tones, such as our Classical Flower dresses that incorporate a light tone of beige. Our newly introduced Classical Flower print features delicately drawn flowers with detailed hand-drawn strokes of a pen. This pattern is the perfect mix of elegant and versatile, and can be dressed up or down to fit any occasion! Pair this dress with our Kanazawa-made cardigan for additional softness that comes from the luxurious knitting. By adding a knitted item on top the monochromatic sharpness is softened further with the textured fibers.

Add a Juicy Pop of Color

For those daring to be a bit more bold, adding a pop of color to your monochromatic look is the perfect way to celebrate the warmer, brighter months of summer! From fiery red to cheery yellow, kay me’s wide selection of colorful cardigans and items are sure to pair gorgeously with any monochromatic look. Our new Giraffe Geo print takes a chic and modern approach to monochrome prints by incorporating a giraffe print-like geometric pattern in black and brown with an accent of white highlight. By adding an additional pop of color with monochromatic prints, such as our Giraffe Geo series, the color appears more vibrant and fresh than it would on its own. To bring cohesive harmony to the look, focus on just one additional color to incorporate with your accessorization from head to toe, whether adding a bold accent color such as red or something more subtle like champagne pink!

Monochromatic prints are timeless classics that never go out of style and are ideal for any occasion, whether for business, leisure, or even special occasions. At kay me we have a wide array of monochrome dresses, from simple solid items to intricate floral or geometric prints. Our newly added prints, Herringbone, Classical Flower, and Giraffe Geo, take an updated modern twist on the traditional monochrome with the use of unique geometric shapes and hand-drawn flowers, only available at kay me. View our entire dress collection today on our website and don’t forget to use our new Dress Filter feature in order to find your perfect monochrome dress!

How To Wear Prints in the Office

November 5, 2021Leave a comment

Fashion can be tricky when it comes to balancing personal style with professionalism, especially in the office. Naturally, we have a tendency to stay away from bold prints and colors and our hands reach towards chic, timeless classics like solid navy or black suits. But what if there was a way to add prints and patterns without taking away from the sleek professionalism that is necessary for workwear? With the season of layering upon us, it is the perfect time to take risks by incorporating daring prints! Today we’ll explore a few ways to include printed pieces into your everyday office wardrobe including special items from our newly arrived Autumn-Winter Collection!

Simple and Sleek

For those just beginning their journey of wearing prints and patterns, we recommend starting subtle by still keeping the base of your outfit a classic, professional color such as black or navy. Add a pop of print to serve as the focal point of your look while keeping the rest sleek and cohesive.

To simplify your morning routine, we recommend choosing from our stunning collection of docking dresses, which gives you instant work-ready perfection in 30 seconds. These 2-in-1 dresses relieve the need to coordinate a top with a skirt while still providing the look of one. And they’re the perfect item for those who want to add a splash of pattern to their wardrobe staple. With our incredible range of prints to choose from, you can still add color to your everyday work style without compromising style, ease or comfort!

The Leopard x Black Frill Dress is a gorgeous docking dress from our newest collection, where soft leopard-print chiffon is met with a sleek, shape-supporting black skirt. The black used in the elegant leopard print also ties with the skirt harmoniously. This dress can be paired with your favorite black cardigan for casual days in the office. For days that require an extra chic finish, pair the dress with its matching Smart Stretch Jacket!

Bold and chic, try our Leopard x Black Frill Dress for an easy office style

Down to Earth

Another way to make a printed pattern appear more mild and muted is by pairing the item with earthy, neutral tones such as brown, gray, or beige. This not only softens the colorway of the outfit, but by incorporating muted accents the bold print is neutralized with earthy elegance.

For example, the Navy Ray Flower Tucked Top pairs gorgeously under a chic black or navy suit, but by opting for milky colors such as greige or beige the look is softened gracefully. This top can be paired with either a skirt or trousers and the colorway of the print opens endless possibilities for coordinating!

For a fresh look for the office, pair our Navy Flower Top with a Greige

Go for Bold

For those who are up for the challenge, we recommend taking a risk and dressing in a fully patterned dress! Although this may seem intimidating at first to wear to the office, with just one extra piece you can feel confident wearing a printed dresses for your go-to work look! Especially for those with plans after work who don’t want the hassle to go home and get changed or show up in something boring, this simple option can let you have your cake and eat it too.

Balance out bold prints and colors with a long knit cardigan

It all comes down to choosing the right layer with the right design – a long knit cardigan! Our range of Kanazawa Side-slit Cardigans are made for just that – cutting just above the knee with its relaxed silhouette and flowy knit, they balance out dynamic patterns and colors and provide the perfect coverage over any daring dress. Since they are machine-washable nor do they lose their shape either, you can have an elegant and cozy office style with them (print or no print) each day of the week – the possibilities are endless.

Whether you are looking to subtly add printed patterns to your usual work wardrobe, or looking to express your personality through fun and daring prints, stepping up to the challenge of your own personal comfort is an amazing accomplishment of its own! Here at kay me we strive to support women through their challenges, big and small, by providing premium quality clothing that are chic, comfortable, and easy-care. So you can focus on enjoying the challenge of finding the perfect prints that fit your lifestyle, without compromising stress-free comfort! To discover your new favorite workwear print, have a look at our latest collection featuring elegant leopard, timeless tartan, chic ray flowers, and more! Visit our online store to view our gorgeous selection of originally designed prints and patterns, with free global shipping for all orders!

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