Something about flowers in the middle of the winter feels so special — the skies may be gray and gloomy, sunshine gone for days and days, but having fresh flowers in the house always brightens my day… and the same goes for wearing silky floral dresses!
The print of this dress (an early birthday present) reminds me of old vintage French fabric, and conjures memories of my father bringing home a beautiful dress from Paris for my mom (the style and fabric were similar but in a different colorway). So naturally I’m drawn to this, the memories and all! I think it’s funny how, while we’re growing up, we often reject or take for granted much of what our parents do, think, say, or even wear; it is only later that we may look back in admiration and wonder and find inspiration there.
And I do! My mother, dressed in knee-high cognac boots and a long brown coat, hair sleek and straight, or in Indian print flowing dresses while pregnant with my little brother, a colorful scarf tied around her head, or the sandals she used to wear! Even the big yak fur vest she wore, which at the time I thought was so weird, I would love to wear that thing over my warmest sweaters for the mostly mild St. Louis winters! So, thanks, Mom, for the inspiration.
Find similar dress here (vintage floral kaftan) here (70s bohemian velveteen prairie dress), here (50s black silk floral dress).
This Banjanan dress is an absolutely gorgeous version with slightly brighter flowers, and this dress has a vintage-inspired floral Indian print. This Sam & Lavi dress, though not floral, has a similar drape and silhouette, as well as being just sheer enough. And this one is navy, but also very similar. There are so many great dresses out there!
Loving all your new clothes this year! I’m curious if you got rid of old things, or just made more room for new? Your very minimal closet has always been an inspiration in getting organized 🙂
Thank you, Lilly! I do get rid of old things, though not as much as before. If I add one thing, I try to get rid of one thing. My closet isn’t as minimalist as it once was, but I’m very thoughtful and purposeful about what I bring in. I’ve been really appreciating well-made clothes and beautiful patterns, hence more florals this time around!
I like the new additions to your wardrobe – the black blouse and this gorgeous dress. My practical (and cold) side wonders ‘aren’t you freezing?’ I need to wear wool socks, corduroys, turtlenecks, and wool sweaters to stay comfortable in these low temperatures.
t — I wore this last week when it was much warmer outside. I had tights on underneath and threw a sweater on top and I was plenty warm. Today I’m in two layers of socks, jeans, and a wool sweater. Practically, I take photos of outfits when Andrew is able to help me, which usually means on the weekends — that also means I’m a few days (or maybe a week) behind the weather.