Prints and jacquard: how to wear them with style this spring

Going back to plain colours often feels like the safer choice. It can seem like no print will really flatter your figure, or that adding texture and colour to your everyday look is just too complicated. Yet this spring/summer 2026 is full of prints, patterns and jacquard fabrics — and it would be a shame not to make the most of them.

Here is a practical guide to get started, without the stress.

How to choose the right print for your silhouette

Not all prints work the same way on every body type, and knowing a few basic rules makes it easier to choose wisely.

Small, compact prints add freshness without overwhelming the look: they are ideal for petite silhouettes. Large, bold prints, on the other hand, are the perfect ally for taller figures — they enhance the shape and create visual presence.

One rule applies to everyone: it is the scale of the print relative to your size that makes the difference, not the print itself.

Jacquard: when texture becomes pattern

Jacquard is a fabric in which the pattern is woven directly into the structure of the textile, rather than printed on top. The result is a three-dimensional motif with depth and sheen that a flat print simply cannot replicate.

For those who are not used to wearing decorated pieces, jacquard is an excellent starting point: the visual effect is refined but not overpowering, and it pairs naturally with plain-coloured basics. Our green jacquard midi dress is a perfect example: the naturalistic motif woven into the fabric makes it a unique, recognisable piece that needs no elaborate accessories.

How to start: begin with one piece, not a full look

The simplest way to approach prints is to not tackle everything at once. Choose a single printed piece and pair it with neutral basics. A printed shirt with plain trousers or a plain skirt. A jacquard dress with simple sandals and no statement accessories.

Our cropped shirt with embroidered print is designed exactly for this: the print is rich and detailed, but the cropped silhouette keeps it easy to wear without feeling overdone. Paired with high-waisted trousers or a midi skirt, it works equally well for work and leisure.

For something even more everyday, a printed t-shirt can be the first step: it adds a touch of personality without requiring complicated styling.

A printed wardrobe is not just about bravery — it is about style

Wearing printed pieces does not mean giving up your aesthetic identity. It means expanding it. With the right choices — print scale, simple pairings, one piece at a time — the result is a richer, more vibrant, more authentic look.

Discover all the printed and jacquard pieces in the Opificio Modenese collection.