We reached out to Jena Covello, who assists celebrity stylist Ryan Hasting on dressing some of the most fashionable A-listers, like Jennifer Aniston and Rosamund Pike, for her tips and advice on pattern play.

STRIPES
Jena is a fan of fall’s trendy celestial print creations, as seen on Jamie Chung, which she recommends pairing with a narrow pinstripe.  Alternately, try chevron with classy houndstooth for a look that even works in the office.
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TRY:
Saint Laurent Star Print Drape Insert Dress ($2690) with Cole Haan Cyro Pinstripe Snake Embossed Leather Sandals ($355).
Rag & Bone Chester Chevron-Print Silk Dress ($495) with Saint Laurent Black & White Houndstooth Blazer ($3550).
FLORALS
“If you’re going for a floral, stick to a small print or something that’s mixed with a small polka dot or stripe,” Jena advises. Diane Kruger nails this combination.
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J. Crew Collection Tropical Floral Pants ($288) with Equipment Brett Striped Silk-Crepe Shirt ($250).
Giamba Floral Jacquard Skirt ($650) with TopshopArchive Collection Polka Dot Blouse ($70).
CHECKS
Ch-ch-check out Solange Knowles’ astute pattern-mixing. With houndstooth, Jena prefers combining two different sizes for a bit of dimension, just like Scarlett Johansson.
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TRY:
Romwe White Black Long Sleeve Houndstooth Dress With Belt ($28) with 7 For All Mankind Long Houndstooth Coat ($350).
Theory Treeca CL Micro Houndstooth Pants ($285) with 3.1 Phillip Lim Fringe Hem Blouse ($450).
ANIMAL PRINTS
“Wild leopards and snakeskins can be too overbearing when worn together,” Jena warns. Instead, pair animal prints with a geometric partner like Margot Robbie.
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TRY:
Gianvito Rossi 85 Leopard-Print Calf Hair Pumps ($945) with Elisa B. Geometric Ruffle Belted Dress ($18).
MICHAEL Michael Kors Cap-Sleeve Snakeskin-Print Dress ($75) with Fendi Geometric Bird Baguette Bag ($4000).
-Casey Sharbaugh is the blogger behind www.comfortablycasey.com