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5 Ways To Wear Palm Tree Prints

Mona Khalifeh |
April 17, 2015 | 9:25 a.m. PDT

Staff Reporter

Tropical prints are always big for spring and summer attire, but one print that’s making a splash this season is the palm tree. From cropped tops to pants and coordinates, this print is a must-have for your warmer-weather closet. From the design house of Rachel Roy to the racks of ASOS and Forever 21, the palm tree trend has been hard to miss. Here's five ways to wear one of this season's hottest prints.

Crop Top

If you're not ready to go palm tree head-to-toe, a palm tree-printed crop top is the perfect addition to your laid-back summer ensemble. While the print comes in every color from neon pink to black and white, this basic green-and-white top from ASOS gives you that tropical feel without overwhelming your outfit. You can pair this top with jean shorts for day or kick it up a notch with a fitted black skirt and strappy sandals for night.

ASOS Crop Top (ASOS)
ASOS Crop Top (ASOS)

Romper

Nothing says you're committed to a look like a head-to-toe print. A palm tree-printed romper does just that.  Not only are rompers a one-stop-shop, but based on their print, they can make a pretty bold statement. Whether you go for a playsuit or a full-on jumpsuit, you're sure to wow in this updated version of the spring and summer favorite, the floral print. This Vero Moda orange playsuit is perfect for a Sunday brunch. The print is a chic take on your dad's Hawaiian shirt, but you won't be wearing this to any luau-themed parties!

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Vero Moda Palm Print Playsuit (ASOS)
Vero Moda Palm Print Playsuit (ASOS)

Pants

Much like the crop top, palm tree-printed pants are the perfect way to introduce the print to your wardrobe without a complete takeover. Wide-legged pants are everywhere for festival season and will be a mainstay for boho-inspired summer trends to come. These Surf Gypsy black-and-white pants are a must-have at the beach, with a white crop top and wedges. The black-and-white palm tree print is by far the most popular, giving the otherwise vibrant print an elegant spin that's easy to wear during any season, especially for those of us who shy away from color!

Surf Gypsy Palm Beach Pants (ASOS)
Surf Gypsy Palm Beach Pants (ASOS)

Coordinates

Coordinates have been hot year round and are all the more perfect for the warmer months. The best part about them is that you can split them up for two very different outfits. This Fashion Union purple palm-printed midi skirt and boxy cropped tee can be worn together for a polished look or separate with shorts or a halter top and slip-ons for a hot summer day.  

Fashion Union Scuba Crop Top (ASOS)
Fashion Union Scuba Crop Top (ASOS)

Accessories

If palm trees on your clothing just aren't your thing but you're still itching to try the print, you can incorporate it into your spring and summer looks through accessories. From shoes and jewelry to socks, you'll be able to find this print everywhere. This Traffic People palm tree clutch gives just the right amount of print to bring some excitement to your wardrobe. The pearl-like clasp closure has that tropical Flintstones vibe that you can rock during that day or with a monochromatic look for night. It's a great way to try the print without investing too heavily into your wardrobe or your pocketbook.

Traffic People Palm Print Clutch (ASOS)
Traffic People Palm Print Clutch (ASOS)

Whether you're wearing the print head-to-toe or serving up a splash of palm tree this summer, it's a print you're going to want to try.

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