Raise your hand if you’ve ever been told that floral prints look like they belong on your grandma, or worse, on her couch. I’m raising mine over here, both of them; I’ve heard it more than a few times lately.
As much as I don’t enjoy being told my attire reminds someone of a plastic covered sofa, I try to cut them a little slack since this season’s beautiful prints are reminiscent of decades past. The chances their grandmother wore a similar pattern, is likely. Heck, if Granny was lucky enough to save some of her old pieces, I bet she’s one stylish lady right now.
Truthfully, floral has almost always been cool. Sure, it evolves each year and some decades weren’t as beautiful as others, I’m looking at you 80’s, but each spring and summer, floral has it’s hay day.
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Now, my version.
The Look: Floral Shirt – Pumps & Push-Ups Collection | White Pumps | (similar) Safari Jacket | Boyfriend Jeans | House of Harlow Bangle
So, whether you’re rocking the bright patterns from the 50s and 60s or the dainty boho vibe of the 70s this season, I bet you’re beautiful and don’t look a thing like your grandma’s couch.
-Brooke
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She is styling our Pleased To Meet You Shift Dress on her blog this week. We think she looks just fabulous!!
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The dresses are HOT! The first 3 are my faves! Your look is also perfect with the white heels and blazer to break up the floral pattern your shirt. Perfect for the season! Susan is super chic in the patterned shift dress, I love it!
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That floral top is so cute! I love it with the boyfriend jeans and heels! So chic, and can we talk about the fact that I would totally wear the 50’s 60’s and 70’s dress!
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
This outfit is so perfect in everyday! Just pinned it for inspiration! Love your co-host, too!
That floral tee is really nice on you with the jeans and the blazer 🙂
Thank you for the link up!
Away From The Blue
I’m a such a sucker for florals, loving your blouse and how you styled this entire look Brooke!! Susan is so adorable in that pretty dress too.
Marta
http://www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com
You look so fab! I love that floral print, especially paired with the denim, heels & blazer. The perfect spring look!
I definitely believe that florals have improved through the years. You look gorgeous in that stunning top. I need some BF Jeans and White Pumps. Susan is ever adorable in that little gep-print dress, also.
<3 Ada.
I love floral and I love how you styled it! It’s definitely gone through it’s evolution, great post ladies!
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Thank you so much for this fun link up! I am in love with this dress! I plan to wear it to my husband’s class reunion in June! Now I have my eye on that floral top too! Susan
I love everything about this look! That floral top is so pretty and you styled it perfectly with the neutral blazer and heels!
Jill
Doused In Pink
I LOVE this outfit of yours. It looks comfy, chic and perfect for just about any occassion. Boyfriend jeans are just the best!
xoxo,
Nikki at http://www.bedazzlesafterdark.com
80s and 90s floral is definitely NOT my favorite!! I love your top – it’s literally perfect! xo, Biana – BlovedBoston
You are looking fabulous! Good floral print can be hard to find, but that top is adorable! Love it with the distressed jeans and white heels!
This is the perfect way to do florals, you look adorable.
xo
PinkSole
Love your take on floral! SO fresh with your great pumps. I love that shift dress too. SO many great things in one post!
Amy Ann
Now blogging at my new site Straight A Style
I’ve definitely had to warm up to the idea of wearing florals. The 80s did not help. But I love some of the updated floral prints now and it can look amazing when paired right. Your outfit here is the perfect example. Love the print on that top and the way you styled it is modern and feminine. ~Cynthia
Hold. The phone! Are you ladies in Richmond?! Or at least is that where that photo is taken? I LOVE that mural in particular, and love that you all featured it in your fabulous floral post! Brooke you look stunning!
xx! Jordan Taylor | petiteMODERN
FLORALS are forever – can’t get enough of the 50s and 60s version!!
Best!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
Love your top and cuffing your jeans really makes this outfit! My Wednesday link up is now live. Would love it if you stopped by 🙂
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I LOVE the 50s and 60s floral so much! Never thought about the Granny’s couch. Lol! Maybe because I was growing up in China and most of us didn’t have a couch. 😉 I am a big fun of floral for spring and still looking for my perfect floral dress and pumps. Your shirt is super cute!
Grace
http://colorandgrace.com/
Such a great selection of floral dresses. I totally love your floral chic version!
-Tatiana
We Shop in Heels
I have to admit, it took me a second to get used to the floral prints but now I love them. Some are better than others, for sure! I love your look with the distressed jeans and blazer. Thanks for hosting the link-up.
Traci
waltzmetoheaven.com
I love this evolution! They aren’t bad at all but your look is the best! I love the pretty top!
~~Megan~~
http://www.poshprime.com
I am a huge fan of florals too!!
I do love wearing florals this time of the year. I love the mix of sweet and edginess in this outfit with the distressed denim.
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
I’m a huge lover of anything floral. Love your look! Thank you for the link up and come on over and share your great outfit with SHOE AND TELL FASHION LINK UP on Style Nudge!
Cherie
http://www.stylenudge.com
SO cute! Love the 1960s dress!
http://www.amemoryofus.com
Suuuuper cute top!!
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
Cute outfit! I love the white heels with the jeans!
love the floral history!your outfit is just perfect!
Irene
http://www.thedailylace.com
I love your version the best, and that is how I would wear them too! I love pretty floral dresses on other women, but I always feel they look too girly on me.
Such a fun post Brooke and you look fantastic in that floral top. I think my favorite era of florals is the 60s. I just love the fit and silhouettes of most 60s styles. It makes me feel so feminine and not as focused on my bodily imperfections. Love this 🙂
Chelsea
Ginger Side of Life
I am loving these dresses and can’t wait to see more of Susans as it looks too cute! I am glad to link back here, it has been awhile.
Rachel xo
Garay Treasures
Such a cute top! I seriously need to add more florals to my wardrobe! 🙂
-Jan
janmloves.blogspot.com
Thank you for another lovely linkup!! Baci, Coco et La vie en rose
This might be one of my favorite looks on you so far! The floral, distressed denim and white pumps are such a win! XO
Anna
alilyloveaffair.com
Love your floral top – such a cute item to wear for spring and summer
Happy Medley
I for one, love floral print and call me crazy but I would totally wear that first dress today.
Cute incorporation of floral in your outfit
Dresses & Denim
This made me laugh so much. I have heard the same thing too. Your version is totally better. You are rocking it, specially with the white shoes!
Melissa
Love this! You look amazing, Brooke! I love your blazer with those jeans and heels!
Christie
The Closet by Christie
http://www.theclosetbychristie.com
Loving that floral top – definitely a “2000’s” take on the floral trend!
xo julesinflats
those floral dresses are so charming!! 😀
Have a great day!! 😀
Animated Confessions
Love the floral top! And those distressed boyfriend jeans are fab! xx
Jenn | http://www.thisjenngirl.com
Haha oh lord, the floral dresses from the 80’s and 90’s are definitely making me cringe – but the earlier ones are so cute!!! Floral is totally “in” right now so whoever says it belongs on your grandma’s couch needs to get a clue 😉 Loving that top on you – so fab with those great white pumps!
xoxo Danielle
For the Love of Leopard
I think sometimes I think those thoughts about florals, but clearly it doesn’t stop me because if you saw my closet you would know. I love florals! This floral top is perfectly styled and no one can say it belongs on your grandma’s couch!
xo Adri
http://www.adrilately.blogspot.com
I’m loving that you paired that gorgeous floral top with simple white statement pumps and boyfriend jeans! Such a functional and fun look!
Robyn
Feel Great Fashion
Love your outfit and the dress is gorgeous!! Thank you for the great linkup XO
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I so agree with what you just said. Most people think floral pieces came from curtains, sofa beds and from grannys. But as you say, if only my granny has something like those pieces right now, she’d be so fashionable at this time. I love your outfit. Casual yet classy with those heels 🙂
Have a great day!
xoxo,
SHAIRA
http://www.missdream-girl.blogspot.com
Wow loving seeing all the florals–they truly never go out of style 🙂 You look AH-mazing–love the print on you and the bright colors look gorgeous!
Tori
FashionBlingGirlyThings
i was all about those 90 florals back in the day! love your fresh approach and appreciate the trip down floral memory lane
That floral top is so fun and flirty! This is the essential piece for spring.
Red Reticule | Red Reticule Collection
The first 2 dresses are so lovely!
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