The Mommy Stylist
10 pretty floral-patterned pieces take you from demure to diva
Sep 29, 2013 | 11:12 am
- The vertical lace trim on this top is both slimming and visually appealing. ($49.99 White House Black Market [https://www.whitehouseblackmarket.com/store/browse/product.jsp?maxRec=49&pageId=1&productId=570090958&viewAll=true&prd=FloralLace+Boho+Blouse&subCatId=&color=1001&fromSearch=true&inSeam=&posId=29&catId=&cat=&onSale=&colorFamily=&maxPg=1&size=])Photo courtesy of White House Black Market
- If the cut-outs on the sides of this dress are too revealing, simply wear a black tank underneath to make it office- or school-appropriate. ($48 Accents [https://www.accentsstyle.com/product_p/djt146-0.htm])Photo courtesy of Accents
- Unexpected patterns and details, like the stripes on this floral scarf, add interest. ($34.90 Express [https://www.express.com/clothing/floral+and+stripe+infinity+scarf/pro/1031358/cat740011])Photo courtesy of Express
- This pretty sheer blouse has an understated, ladylike sex appeal. ($39.99 Modcloth [https://www.modcloth.com/shop/blouses/prettier-than-the-garnish-top])Photo courtesy of Modcloth
- Add a belt, a pair of tights and some booties to make this dress a total knockout. ($297 Planet Blue [https://shopplanetblue.com/lounge-dress])Photo courtesy of Planet Blue
- The perfect fall jacket can be worn with jeans to the playground or with a pencil skirt to the office. ($59.90 Zara [https://www.zara.com/us/en/woman/blazers/trf/floral-print-jacket-c498013p1402085.html])Photo courtesy of Zara
- Dress up this subdued floral tank top with a blazer, or go casual by topping it with a jean or leather jacket. ($59 Planet Blue [https://shopplanetblue.com/chaser-kaleidoscope-deep-armhole-tank])Photo courtesy of Planet Blue
- Pair this dress with pumps for an office look, or with some sexy booties for a more high-fashion feel. ($58 Bloom [https://www.bloomdowntown.com/products/dresden-floral-dress]) Use promo code 15CULTURE for a 15% discount.Photo courtesy of Bloom
- Freshen up your denim collection with a pair of skinny floral-patterned jeans. ($59.90 Zara [https://www.zara.com/us/en/trf/trousers/floral-fitted-trousers-c269212p1386526.html])Photo courtesy of Zara
- The center band on this dress helps define the waist while the flowy fabric hides the tummy. ($59.90 Zara [https://www.zara.com/us/en/trf/dresses/combination-floral-dress-c269210p1433532.html])Photo courtesy of Zara
If you think florals are only for the warmer months, think again. The classically feminine pattern has transitioned into fall in luxurious shades of burgundy, plum and deep fuchsia. Embrace these regal hues through the autumn and winter for an on-trend look that is both elegant and flattering.
If florals are too demure for you, pair them with something from the other end of the spectrum, like leather pants or a studded jacket. They balance each other out perfectly.