7 Botanical Printed Garments …

7 Botanical Printed Garments …

The Spring 2011 runway collections were full of botanical prints, with Stella McCartney and Erdem leading the way. Botanical prints are bolder and more graphic than their floral counterparts. If they do contain flowers, they often contain equally as much foliage. Citrus-inspired prints are also predicted to be a popular choice this season. Take inspiration from a few botanical printed garments below.

1. Topshop Bright Floral Tier Front Tee

Price: $70.00 at us.topshop.com
This bold botanical print shirt is a fun option for the summer months. It has short sleeves, a scoop neck, and keyhole back. The tiered fabric front is an interesting design detail. Wear with denim shorts, sandals, and canvas tote for a day out at the beach.

2. Vanessa Bruno Tie-Front Tropical Print Skirt

Price: $455.00 at net-a-porter.com
Botanical printed garments are a chic way of incorporating the outdoors into an inner city outfit. The bold tropical print features bursts of bright orange in among dark green tropical foliage. This skirt has a self-tie front, fold detail at the waistband, and concealed side zip. Team this skirt with a loose black t-shirt and black boots.

3. Stella McCartney Citrus-Print Cotton Skirt

Price: $855.00 at net-a-porter.com
This Stella McCartney citrus print is going to be the stand out for the season. The print already adorns a range of garments from dresses to skirts. Here it comes in the form of a sleek pencil skirt. Paired with a basic white tank top and patent yellow sandals, this skirt would complete a fun daytime outfit.

4. Topshop Cream Pansy Border Print Dress

Price: $72.00 at us.topshop.com
This dress is just bursting with botanical goodness. It features a heavy pansy print at the border, with scattered flowers throughout. The dress has a slight boatneck design and gathered waist. Wear this dress with strappy leather sandals and a small shoulder bag.

5. Erdem Anneli Floral Print Silk-Satin Dress

Price: $915.00 at net-a-porter.com
This dress is a sophisticated and ladylike take on the botanical printed garments trend. It has a fairly classic silhouette and features a rounded neck and back, short turned up sleeves, and fabric waist belt. The large pale yellow flowers give the dress a distinct botanical twist. Pair this dress with cream pumps and a boxy clutch for a sophisticated look.

6. Twetny8Twelve By S.Miller Printed Silk Blouse

Price: $85.50 at theoutnet.com
The botanical print on this silk blouse has the appearance of brush strokes or watercolours. In addition to the eye catching botanical print, this blouse has a very ladylike pussybow detail at the v-neck. It also has a picot trim and cap sleeves. Wear this with jeans and leather flats for an easy daytime number.

7. Rodarte for O.C. Floral Wrap Dress

Price: $449.00 at lagarconne.com
While Rodarte, and Opening Ceremony collaborations in general for that matter, are renowned for being fashion forward and directional, this dress has a very vintage feel about it. The delicate floral print paired with pastel and lace also lends to a refined, vintage design. Channel your inner lady and team this dress with Mary-Jane heels and a framed handbag.

When choosing botanical printed garments, keep an eye out for your not-so-average prints. Citrus prints such as those seen at Stella McCartney are on-trend for this season. Are you a fan of botanical printed garments and if so, which of the above do you like best?

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7 Leather Sandals for Summer …

7 Leather Sandals for Summer …

The leather sandal is a summer wardrobe staple. Flat sandals are perfect for finishing off a casual daytime look while heeled sandals can dress up an outfit. Whether your style is laidback bohemian or modern minimalist, there’s bound to be a leather sandal to suit you. Take a look at a few leather sandals for summer below.

1. Antik Batik Embellished Leather Sandals

Price: $250.00 at net-a-porter.com
Embellished sandals are a great choice of summer footwear. These particular sandals have an ethnic-inspired design. They have a T-bar design and feature striking purple glass embellishments. These sandals are secured with an ankle strap fastening. Wear these under floaty dresses for a resort-inspired look.

2. Topshop Hot Orange Strappy Leather Sandals

Price: $45.00 at us.topshop.com
Bright orange colours hot this season. Look out for brightly coloured leather sandals for summer. These sandals have a simple strap design and feature an ankle strap detail. Wear them under soft neutral maxi skirts or with this season’s best denim dresses for an up-to-the-minute look.

3. Jimmy Choo Urban Embossed-Leather Sandals

Price: $395.00 at net-a-porter.com
These Jimmy Choo sandals come in an on-trend neutral colourway. They have a dark brown wooden heel and feature nude embossed-leather straps. These shoes also have gold stud detailing and a designer stamped buckle at the ankle. These heeled sandals would complement a range of outfits. Try a simple combination of tailored shorts, blouse, and cross-body bag for a casual approach.

4. Asos Falcon Leather Cross Strap Sandal

Price: $63.00 at asos.com
Nude-coloured footwear is becoming an increasingly popular choice. The focal point of these leather sandals is the cut out detailing on the ankle strap. The ankle strap also has an interesting cross-over design. These also have a double buckle fastening at the ankle and solid leather strap at the toe. Wear these with a flirty summer dresses and colour palettes of mint and lavender pastels.

5. Topshop Freido Rose Clean Buckle Sandals

Price: $85.00 at us.topshop.com
Metallic sandals are great for both day and night wear. During the day, they can liven up a casual outfit. At night, they make a flattering choice of footwear. These leather sandals for summer feature wide cross-over straps and double buckle detailing. Wear these under a black maxi dress and pair with matching metallic accents for a versatile day or night look.

6. K. Jacques Flavia Sandal

Price: $225.00 at lagarconne.com
I find that light coloured leather sandals go with a range of outfits. These sandals have a simple criss-cross and ankle strap design. The look is modern and fresh. These sandals have a rubber heel and leather insole. Wear these sandals with denim shorts, a silk shirt, and metallic accessories for a chic summer look.

7. Asos Harris Leather & Canvas Wedge Sandal

Price: $81.00 at asos.com
Wedge heels are a great choice for leather sandals for summer. These heels adhere to a fairly minimal aesthetic. They have solid leather straps at the toe and ankle. There is also a buckle fastening at the ankle. Pair these with deconstructed denim or streamlined basics for a minimalist approach to dressing.

Whatever your style, the choice in leather footwear is seemingly endless. Which of these leather sandals for summer do you like best?

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7 Stylish Oversized Shirts …

7 Stylish Oversized Shirts …

For an updated casual look, try incorporating some oversized shirts into your wardrobe. Wearing oversized shirts can be tricky though – you don’t want to become engulfed in a sea of shapeless fabric. When styling oversized shirts, create shape by tucking and cinching in the fabric. Take a look at a few stylish oversized shirts below.

1. Splendid Striped Jersey T-shirt

Price: $58.00 at net-a-porter.com
Striped shirts are a wardrobe staple. This striped shirt has been updated with a modern, oversized design. It has a flattering scoop neck, ribbed trims, and seam details. Wear it loose over jeans for a casual look, or tucked into high waisted skirts for something a bit dressier.

2. Love Crepe Oversized Shirt

Price: $76.00 at us.topshop.com
Stylish oversized shirts are on-trend for this season. Hit all the right notes in this mustard coloured crepe shirt. It has a button down front, front breast pocket, and rolled sleeves. Tuck this shirt into some cut-off denim shorts and pair with some leather sandals and straw hat to top off a beach-appropriate look.

3. Helmut Lang Oversized Jersey Asymmetric Top

Price: $185.00 at net-a-porter.com
This asymmetric top has a deconstructed feel about it. It’s the basic black top, but given the Helmut Lang treatment. It features a single batwing sleeve, round neck, and double layered hem. What results is a dramatic draped design. Pair this shirt with slim fitting jeans or trousers.

4. Joseph Camille Oversize Shirt

Price: $230.00 at lagarconne.com
A white collared shirt can take you through a range of occasions. Currently, there are a range of stylish oversized shirts that fit this criteria. Take this Joseph shirt for example. It features a pointed collar, long sleeves with button cuffs, and front patch pockets. For a casual approach, the long sleeves can be rolled up and secured with a self strip and button fastening.

5. Topshop Nude Oversized Lace Panel Blouse

Price: $85.00 at us.topshop.com
This lace panel blouse has a certain old-world charm about it. The combination of sheer fabric and lace panels gives it a bit of an antique finish. This blouse has a scoop neck, bracelet length sleeves, and features an exposed zip at the back. This top would look great paired with mid-wash jeans and metallic sandals.

6. Michael Michael Kors Oversized Striped Shirt

Price: $80.00 at net-a-porter.com
This oversized striped shirt has a definite preppy vibe about. It has a button down front, long sleeves, and breast patch pocket. This shirt has an intentionally creased effect. Tuck this shirt into a pair of tailored shorts and finish off the look with some polished ballet flats.

7. Jeffrey Monteiro Dotted Crepe Tempa Shirt

Price: $295.00 at lagarconne.com
A silk shirt is a luxurious addition to any wardrobe. They also make for stylish oversized shirts. This sheer silk shirt features a v-shaped seam detail at the neckline, curved button cuffs, and a shirttail hem. Wear this shirt buttoned up and with leather (or leather look) pants for a model-off-duty look.

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Oversized shirts come in a range of different styles and designs. This list provides a snapshot of what is currently available. Which of the above stylish oversized shirts do you like best?

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