Stylista Lisa: The Summer Styles of 2011, Part 2:

Leopard Print is on the prowl!

Like most prints, this print reveals itself more often; not just for summer. However, this season it is everywhere! Like all prints, you have to know what works with your style and your body type. Not only that, but some leopard prints can look really cheesy. So be choosy when picking the right leopard print for you.

Charlotte Russe, Belted V-Neck Animal Top

Forever 21, Leopard Print Top

Express, Leopard Infinity Scarf

Charlotte Russe, Wild Thing Mixed Platform Heel

Express, Haircalf Clutch

Southwestern & Tribal Prints

Southwestern print and tribal print are really big this season. It’s pretty accessible to buy at almost any of your favorite stores. I never would have thought to put southwestern and tribal prints in the same category, but here you go!

Forever 21, Cowl Nick Tribal Top

Forever 21, Ikat Stripe Top

Express, Ikat Scarf

Charlotte Russe, Belted Tribal-Print Skirt

Urban Outfitters, Pendleton Messenger Bag

Bold & Crazy Prints

Right behind the popularity of southwestern and tribal prints is the uprising of bold and sometimes crazy prints. Is this here to stay a while? I guess we will have to find out. It stuck for a while in the 80’s, but this time it is a bit more tasteful. If you absolutely love bold and crazy prints, again, make sure it goes with your body type. Sometimes the bolder or crazier the print, the frumpier it makes you appear, depending on your body…so watch out!

Betsey Johnson, Checkerboard Intarsia Tunic

Betsey Johnson, Edwardian Rose Jacquard Sweater Dress

Charlotte Russe, Bold Print One Shoulder Dress

Stackable Rings, Bracelets & Multi-Layer Necklaces

This trend has been around for a little bit, but it is popping up more this summer season. Multi-layer necklaces and stackable jewelry is a great way to throw in different types of patterns, metals, stones or beads. Here are a few pieces to show variety on what you can expect to see in this department.