“When you take a flower in your hand and really look at it, it’s your world for the moment. I want to give that world to someone else. Most people in the city rush around so, they have no time to look at a flower. I want them to see it whether they want to or not.” -Georgia O’Keeffe
When we think about spring, our thoughts turn to light, gauzy, floral prints. As flowers begin to bloom it’s only natural that flowers begin to invade our closets in whimsical blouses, wispy dresses, and floral accessories. As we try to bring spring into our lives, it only makes sense that we would introduce floral prints into our wardrobe. Nothing speaks to the season more than the idea of a woman wearing a long, floral print dress.
For this feature, we had the opportunity to catch up with our neighborhood New Yorker, Rashida! You can check out some of her other looks on Instagram @Lovejonesmark.
Today, she is showing off her whimsical dress, denim vest, and knee high leather boots.
This time of year, we surround ourselves with floral designs in an effort to finish the winter blues. Flowers remind us not only of spring, but of rebirth, renewal, and a chance to start a new.
We try to finish up our lives with fresh cut flowers, household linens, and floral prints in a frenzy to rid ourselves of winters chill.
“I like the dress because it can it can be dressed up or down.” -Rashida
Floral prints can also be introduced in a more casual, subtle way. For example, a peak of a floral lining on an up-turned cuff of a jacket gives the hint of an unexpected detail. A pocket square in floral print gives a tease of whimsy, a floral print button-down beneath a blazer has a relaxed air.
Our friend Rashida has done a great job of softening the edge of the denim vest with a floral print dress. The dress has a flirty air as the hemline hits mid-thigh. The tights and boots add warmth to the outfit when the temperatures may still be a little chilly.
“The soft dress with the trucker vest gives it an added edge.” -Rashida
Remember, floral gives us a chance to soften the hard lives of our winter wardrobe while expressing a lighter, more part of ourselves. How will you wear the print this season?
