4 Runway-inspired prints for winter

Nov 25, 2011 5:00 AM by Melissa Rivers

Posted in Beauty & Style / Flawless Fashion / Winter Fashion

Dress In Designer-Inspired Designs

The chill of winter is right around the corner! Don't let your fashion sense freeze over with the change of the season. These four winter clothing prints are straight off the runway and are guaranteed to make you look hot, even if the weather is cold.

Geometric quiltwork

This homemade look was hot on the Hermes runway. Burnt oranges, taupes and mustard yellows mix your grandmother's geometric quilt patterns with a tribal feel, making it fresh. Try this tweed skirt ($268) from Anthropologie. Its hand-stitched looking patches and embroidery are spot-on with this trend.

Red leopard

Betsey Johnson's Fall/Winter 2011/2012 line was full of colorful leopard prints including deep red leopard tights paired with red booties and a bright yellow plaid skirt. Keep the trend toned-down with this leopard button-up top from karmaloop.com. The peek-a-boo shoulder and sheer fabric keep this shirt just as fun as Betsey's collection.

Paisley

Fashion designer Anna Sui debuted a Fall 2011 collection packed full of dozens upon dozens of retro prints. From all-over funky florals to psychedelic checkers, this winter is the season to make a big statement. We like this Free People paisley kaftan ($168). It's sure to keep you warm while you sport the trend.

Fair Isle

You may have never known the name, but when you see this print, you're instantly transported into a cozy living room with a crackling fireplace and a cup of cocoa. Nothing says winter comfort more than Fair Isle. Take a cue from Tory Burch's fall collection by pairing a neutral cardigan (gray, white and black work best) with a gray or black lace skirt and some faux fur accessories. We like this Abercrombie & Fitch cardigan ($120).

When trying to find that perfect runway-inspired print, it can be a difficult task to stay on budget. There's a fine line between trend-setting and tacky when it comes to prints! So to help you out, we've rounded up some of our favorite retailers who carry dazzling discount prints:

Shoparatti.com- A daily deal website run by Melissa Rivers, Shoparatti gathers only the best fashion, lifestyle and entertainment deals so you don't have to spend hours scouring the net. And because the deals change daily, you're sure to find a print you love in a short amount of time!
Quicksilver.com- Quicksilver offers women's clothing with a unique selection of prints. They're fun without being too girly and a lot of the prints show up on different clothing items, from shirts to dresses to swimsuits.
Forever21- With hundreds of new arrivals daily, this mega-retailer is the leader when it comes to producing mass amounts of crazy prints. But all prints aren't equal. If you're going to shop here, just make sure to go in with an idea of what you're looking for, and don't stray too far away.

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