Fashion Friday: Prints Charming

"Bread feeds the body, indeed, but flowers feed also the soul."
-The Koran

I'm a little bit of a girlie girl, especially when it comes to floral prints. They are just so sweet and delicate and somehow understated. You just can't help but feel feminine and flirty when you wear a bit of Floral!

I was so excited to see that the prints being shown on the runways this season had taken a decidedly floral turn. Soft daisy, romantic rose and pretty peony prints replaced the hard geometric patterns of the past few years. Everyone from Balenciaga to Dior to Chloe were showing floral prints and flower inspired designs. Florals are everywhere! And they are fresh, airy and full of life.

Floral prints are not all created equal, and with the selection that is available, you can definitely find the type that suits your personality. Try a long flowing floral print dress, skirt or tunic for a breezy and laidback look. Feeling elegant? Try a structured and fitted floral dress or jacket.

Here are a few floral prints to tempt your inner girlie girl:





Floral Maxi Dress from the Gap
I just love the simplicity of this dress. I think it would be perfect with a cropped denim jacket and espadrilles.




Daisy Day Skirt from J. Crew
Floral skirts can be worn a million different ways! Try it high waisted, paired with a simple white T, leather belt and and flat sandals.




Floral Wayfarer Sunglasses from Garage
These are just awesome! Such an easy way to add a pop of floral to an everyday outfit. Plus, the wayfarer style looks great on everyone.




Love Moschino Cropped Floral Blazer
This is a bit of a splurge, but I love structure of this blazer. How amazing would this be with dark wash skinny jeans and flats? Plus, I am a big fan of the skulls hidden in the floral print... toughens it up just a little!




Rift Valley Shorts from Anthropologie
Floral shorts can be a bit tricky to pull off, but it you pair them with a solid colour top, some less girlie accessories and killer heels they can be pretty cool.




Featheroff Bag from Aldo
I'm a big fan of statement handbags, and this particular one definitely makes a statement! Just like the Floral sunglasses, this bag makes it easy to try floral. This handbag may be a bit trendy, but at such a reasonable price point, you can easily retire it after the season.




Printed Strapless Sweetheart dress from Victoria's Secret
This dress is so sweet! I love the ultra girlie combination of the floral print, sweetheart neckline and cinched waist... I doubt you could get more feminine! Getting a toothache? Try a fitted blazer to add a bit of edge.




Black Ditsy Floral Tights from Urban Outfitters
These aren't really warm weather friendly, but I just couldn't resist! I'd wear these to work with a black mini dress and boots.




Floral Ruffle Top by Rare from Topshop
You really can't go wrong with a flouncy floral top. The outfit possibilities are endless... under a blazer, belted with a sweater, tucked into a high waisted skirt or just thrown on with wide leg jeans. Summer perfection!




Short Jumpsuit in Prints from Victoria's Secret
I am so excited that rompers and jumpsuits are making a comeback. They are so cute and don't really require much outfit planning. Try this fun floral number on it's own, or try belting it layered with a tank top.




Pointy Floral Flats from YesStyle
These floral flats are adorable! They would be great with a full skirt and belted sweater or they could add a bit of interest to a T and jeans.


Have fun this season playing around with different florals! After all, if the old adage is true that April showers bring May flowers... at the rate we're going, Calgary should be in bloom all summer long!


Photo Credit: fashionchicks