Tropical Prints Are Cool According To Jemima Kirke

With summer comes a variety of trends, from perfect sundresses to adorable crop tops. Everyone's favorite free-spirited Girls actress showed us how to do a typically cheesy print the right way — Jemima Kirke wore a tropical print dress and it somehow totally worked.

Lena Dunham snapped a pic of Kirke and another friend, showing the IRL Jessa rocking a red and white tropical print dress that definitely does not give you flashbacks to what your dad wore on every family vacation since you were a little kid. That's quite an achievement. The sleeveless dress is slightly sheer with a tie at the waist to give a flattering silhouette, perfect for summer. Paired with some round-framed glasses and a cool NYC brick wall as the background, Kirke looked beyond cool in a typically cheesy print.

Kirke is known for rocking daring and body positive looks (I'm personally still not over her two-piece ensemble from the CFDAs), and she's proven time and time again that red is definitely her color. And if pulling off the tropical print doesn’t prove she’s a style inspiration, I don’t know what will. Check out the Instagram below to see that Hawaiian print can totally be kind of awesome.

And it's not just Kirke who can totally rock some tropical vibes this summer. Test out some of these floral-and-palm tree patterns and add a bit of summer fun to your wardrobe.

Tropical Shorts

Pompom-trimmed shorts, $17.99, H&M

These shorts from H&M are the perfect combination of comfort and style. Pair them with a crop top or a flowy shirt and you've got yourself a fun hot-weather look.

Hibiscus Sneakers

Vans Classic Slip-On Sneaker, $55, Nasty Gal

For more of a subtle addition to your wardrobe, these tropical Vans would make any monochromatic outfit pop, and definitely give off California surfer-girl vibes.

Playful Romper

Purple tropical print romper, $40, River Island

Why not go all-out with a bold-patterned romper? Pair this with a white or black oversized blazer and some wedges, and you've got yourself the perfect summer night look.

Daring Jacket

Blue tropical print draped jacket, $130, River Island

If you're tired of a solid color wardrobe for work, try adding this print jacket to your office wardrobe. Layer it over a classic dress and you'll be sure to keep your summer days at the office a little cooler.

Floral Bodycon

Tropical Floral Bodycon Dress, $19.90, Forever 21

Take a risk in this floral, fitted bodycon dress that basically screams summer. The kaleidescope-esque print is definitely unique, but not too overwhelming to rock for both day or night.

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