My New Favorite Floral

If you’ve been hanging here for a bit, you know I have a serious love/hate relationship with florals. They tend to look a wee bit too juvenile on my frame and I struggle to wear them with confidence. In fact, I even wrote a whole post about it HERE

The issue, I’ve determined a year later, is the MOOD. Florals are a lot of emotional pressure to be unfailingly happy and sweet. They are a little more innocent than my sweary pirate spirit can handle. I, therefore, have to cut into them with a sharper edge–a leather jacket, torn jeans, a boho vibe, or this….

This is my perfect floral! Dark and brooding, but also light and tropical! (blouse linked in this pic)

I literally NEVER can wear JUST the florals. When I spotted this Carlisle collection duo (back in November, mind you) I became OBSESSED! From the pajama top to tulip shape of the skirt, the dark and brooding background to the fagoting detail (It’s a real word. Please verify HERE. )

THAT is fagoting. I’m an ally 😉

Ok, so OBVIOUSLY this is the PERFECT outfit for Easter or the Royal wedding. Harry has been waiting to hear that I have something to wear, so that part is covered.

Paired with a lovely hat from Gina Mazzotta Millinery and a clutch from India hicks. I’ll carry a hanky to dry my tears when Prince Harry gets married. (skirt linked in this pic)

Connect to Gina Mazzotta Millinery HERE

More Ways to Wear

Because it’s me, I MUST find multiple ways to wear these luxe pieces. They are just way too pretty for once a year wear. This also is where investment pieces make sense. Each of these Carlisle pieces are your future vintage collection!!!!

Nude heels and a pop of color work well. Let the print stand out OR pull some color out of it!

Want a quick but cute look for a much more casual day? Throw on some fashion sneakers and your favorite jean jacket. (similar jacket linked in the photo)

Just a scoop neck tee under the jacket keeps this simple but great for ANY day! (I’ve linked DARLING Steve Madden sneakers in this photo)

A white jacket is a super alternative to a jean jacket (this beauty will be getting her own feature soon, she’s also a wardrobe workhorse). Love the floral blouse and jeans with this (linked in photo)