I’ll have to be honest here, I’m not really your floral wearing type. Bold, blousy prints have never quite managed to find their way into my wardrobe. BUT, and here’s the rub, I’m a hopeless romantic and I love real flowers in the house plus I have quite a thing for a modern rose scent (Le Labo Rose 31 is THE ONE), and whilst seeking out these floral finds to recommend, I’ve been very tempted to try them myself. The Zara sketchy print t-shirt with jeans is a no brainer, and the pretty Toast dress with a chunky cardigan is definitely one to consider. So this week, my post is a gift of flowers to you; clothing, scents and some cute little interior finds. Searching them out has definitely brightened my day. Enjoy. 

With it’s faded vintage appeal and light, modern print, this dress is the way for the bloom-shy to test drive florals. It conjures up images of off- duty Landgirls and coastal holidays.

Toast stretched floral dress £125. 

Bravo ASOS, this monochromatic take on the trend is just perfect.

http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Mono-Floral-Jacquard-Belted-Midi-Prom-Dress/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5521385&cid=12969&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=204&sort=-1&clr=Mono&totalstyles=339&gridsize=3

A delicate Zara beauty to tempt you with.

http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/t-shirts/printed/floral-t-shirt-c498005p2827665.html

It’s bright, it’s bold and it could only be Marni. Not for the statement shy but a great way to rock up your neutrals.

http://www.liberty.co.uk/fcp/product/Liberty//Large-Multicolour-Floral-Print-Leather-Trunk-Bag/126945

 

If you’re planning an escape to winter sun, this gorgeous slither of tropical flora from Free People literally shouts “take me with”. I would.

http://www.freepeople.com/uk/shop/miami-maxi/

Demure, modern, ultra cool – this chamomile print maxi from Topshop Unique, is definitely on the wish list.

http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/unique-4455342/livonia-maxi-dress-by-unique-4946714?bi=0&ps=20

This Miss Selfridge jacquard print floral looks ‘haute’ on a fit and flare silhouette.  A great buy for the party season, just add a high heeled, black ankle boots for va va voom.

http://www.missselfridge.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?Ntt=floral&storeId=12554&productId=21135140&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33055

Understated chic from French Connection. Enough said.

http://www.frenchconnection.com/product/71EKQ/Botanical+Trip+Lace+Pencil+Dress.htm?search_keywords=floral

The rock n roll endorsed, Rockins skinny scarf – the subtle wear to wear a floral print.

http://www.net-a-porter.com/gb/en/product/650583/Rockins/rose-printed-silk-crepe-de-chine-scarf

This Miller Harris scent says it all – ‘Heart of the garden’. If prints still beguile you, test drive a floral fragrance for a spritz of romance.

http://www.net-a-porter.com/gb/en/product/615163/Miller_Harris/coeur-de-jardin-eau-de-parfum-50ml

Orla Kiely, of course, brings us a bunch of thoroughly modern, graphic florals. The Stylish Stuff LOVES.

https://www.amara.com/products/single-bigspot-shadow-flower-cushion-yellow

https://www.amara.com/products/poppy-orange-lemon-yellow-vase

Say it with flowers, OR, with Amara floral printed metal letters…

https://www.amara.com/products/decorative-letter-w

Home of the iconic flower print, Liberty is THE place to go in search of quirky homeware. My personal favourite is the decorative deer head, but the coasters would be great as teeny tiny, treat plates in the summer…

http://www.liberty.co.uk/fcp/product/Liberty//Blossom-Decorative-Deer-Head/82194

http://www.liberty.co.uk/fcp/product/Liberty//Theodora-Liberty-Print-Coaster/114861

Mix this beautiful, sketchy print duvet cover from M&S with non matching white pillow cases and it will look stunning. A totally different way to wear the trend, granted.

http://www.marksandspencer.com/botanical-floral-bedding-set/p/p22358489

So much work and artistry in just one Heals cushion, I’d be transfixed for hours just taking in the detail.

https://www.heals.com/water-birds-floral-cushion.html

 

 

Fashion & Style Director Shelly Vella