2011 Summer Fashion Trends: Floral Prints

Floral prints were most popular in the late 60′s – early 70′s, when the hippie trend was at its peak. Ever since, florals have had their ups and down in fashion, until their recent rise last spring. They quickly emerged from the runway in the high street stores and soon you could see florals everywhere. If this print used to be reserved for garments, in 2010 it spread to accessories as well. For the first time, you could see floral handbags, shoes, wallets, bracelets, headbands and what not. If you liked this trend last year, you’re gonna love it this year!

In 2010, florals mostly meant roses: shabby chic prints in tones of pink, with small roses. In 2011, we still have those, but new prints come to embrace our love for change. The catwalks took florals to the next level, with graphic prints of large flowers rather than a small repetitive pattern. For an example, look at the Stella McCartney dress above.

If you don’t like roses, but want to wear florals, you could try poppies (see Dorothy Perkins), daisies (see French Connection), daffodils (see Erdem Anneli) or something more abstract (see Etro and Barney’s). The important thing to know about such a print is that it’s very romantic, so you can wear it in two ways: either with other feminine things, like lace and ruffles, or with contrasting, edgy items, like leather and military boots.

If you would rather not wear a floral dress or skirt, but still like this trend, try a pair of floral shoes. The flats at Forever 21 are very comfy and cute, or you can choose a pair of Jeffrey Campbell wedges, with a nice, retro look. Handbags also make great floral accessories, just have a look at Aldo, Endless, Mansoon or Debenhams. And they are perfect for summer, with those light colors.

Another great thing about this print is that it can be worn anywhere. You can wear it on your bathing suit at the beach, you can wear it in the city or in the countryside, at school, for shopping, movie night or outings. But you can also wear it to an important event, a wedding, a fancy dinner or cocktail party – you just have to watch the fabrics and cuts. For evening, you may add a floral clutch to a little black dress, or pick a silk floral dress which to wear with nude accessories. But be careful – you might fall in love irrevocably with this print!

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