"Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking," said Meryl Streep in The Devil Wears Prada (2006). And she was right: spring and floral prints go hand in hand, to the point of seeming like a clichéd formula. But what if I told you that you can integrate this print into your closet with garments that even Miranda Priestly would approve of?
At Glamour, we've already talked about dressing as if we had a flower shop. And, as Glamour Spain editor María Mérida pointed out in the article, even if flowers serve no utilitarian purpose in our homes, "they are 100% committed to the noble goal of making our lives more beautiful" and, in addition, "they warm the heart". Floral garments do exactly the same for our closets.
Why florals?
- It's a timeless print: year after year, florals return to collections, adapting to trends without losing their essence.
- They work for all seasons: although we tend to associate them with spring and summer, florals are also a versatile print that fit into the colder months, especially those in dark, rich colours.
- They adapt to all styles: from the most romantic to the most edgy looks, they can be integrated into any aesthetic depending on how they are styled.
- There are infinite versions: from the delicate and minimalist to the largest and most striking options, there is always a perfect floral print for every taste and occasion.
How to wear this type of garment
- Combine them with neutral basics and solid colours: if you want the print to be the protagonist, pair them with white, black, beige or denim garments. Solid-coloured pieces in a matching hue will also work! For instance, if you're wearing a red floral dress, solid red shoes will match perfectly.
- Play with the size of the print: large flowers tend to be more striking and modern, while small ones bring a more delicate and romantic air.
- Adapt them to the season: as we said before, in spring and summer bright colours and light backgrounds work best. In autumn and winter, flowers are reinvented on darker bases and in deeper tones.
- Dare with the total look: if you like to experiment, wearing flowers from head to toe can be a success, as long as you maintain a certain coherence of colours and style. If you're a pro when it comes to styling, you can even go for clashing floral prints! When done correctly, it can add a funky edge to an otherwise sweet and simple outfit.
We have found a variety of garments, from the classic floral dress that's perfect for the variety of events that arise at this time of year, to floral trainers that will add some fun to your everyday outfits. Now all that's left is to choose your favourite.
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Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking.
A version of this article was originally published in Glamour Spain.
