Embrace the brooding beauty of the English country garden with winter-ready florals
Words Joy Montgomery
Ditzy, graphic, gothic and retro, florals were the eclectic print that pollinated the runways of AW16. From Fendi’s eye-popping, textural brights to Rodarte’s flowing gothic romanticism, this iconic motif was harnessed by each designer to convey the unique mood of their collection.
Riding the wave of this season’s maximalist mood – ushered in by Gucci’s Alessandro Michele – the delicate intricacy of floral-embellished pieces will become your go-to for making a chic statement. Convert your summer maxi by layering over a roll neck and pairing with biker boots, or for a winter wedding look no further than Self-Portrait’s monochromatic crochet blouse for a high-end finish at a fraction of the price.
Floral-Flocked Gingham Blouse
Marc Jacobs, £305, matchesfashion.com
Floral Embroidered Stripe Shirt
Zara, £25.99, zara.com
Floral Embroidered Cotton-Jersey Sweatshirt
Christopher Kane, £395, net-a-porter.com
Floral Print Dress
Cos, £79, cosstores.com
Mini Flower Appliqué Backpack
Fendi, £1,770, farfetch.com
Appliquéd Silk-Blend Organza Gown
Gucci, £2,740, net-a-porter.com
Alex Floral-Embroidered Cotton Shirt
Jonathan Saunders, £287 (was £575), matchesfashion.com
Princetown Fur-Lined Floral-Brocade Loafers
Gucci, £515, matchesfashion.com
Floral Embroidered Leather Skirt
Topshop, £38, topshop.com
Langham Khaki Trainers
Kurt Geiger, £175, johnlewis.com
Papaye Baroque-Printed Trousers
Maje, £209, harrods.com
Pete Embroidered Velvet Ankle Boots
Laurence Dacade, £615, net-a-porter.com
Flower Print Asymmetric Dress
Marni, £1,660, farfetch.com
Sequinned Flower Tote
Red Valentino, £755, farfetch.com
Floral Print Dress
Zara, £29.99, zara.com
Flower Jumper
Victoria Beckham, £431.18, farfetch.com
Gwyneth Jacquard Dress
Whistles, £195, whistles.com
Floral Brocade Bomber Jacket
Topshop, £55, topshop.com
Antoinette Mix Lace Top
Self-Portrait, £200, selfridges.com
Lace-Trimmed Printed Silk Crepe de Chine Dress
Red Valentino, £1,065, net-a-porter.com
