Floral prints have been everywhere this summer! This bold pattern makes a great addition to your wardrobe as a standout piece. But is it here to stay? Or will it be another passing trend? Do you hesitate to buy a piece that will only end up in the back of your closet never to be worn again?
I can appreciate the hesitation to take on a new trend. When we purchase a trendy piece it feels dated after while. When the trends move on, the piece ends up falling out of your rotation. However, did you ever notice how items hidden in your mom's closet came back in style? My mom owned some beautiful pieces that would inevitably come back into fashion. Pieces that are old enough are considered vintage finds. Buying and wearing "vintage" pieces is considered stylish and chic.
Where the floral trend is concerned, I didn't have to shop for something new this season. Turns out that I already had the perfect trendy piece sitting in the back of my closet!
I purchased this skirt from Banana Republic so long ago that I can't remember the year. I'm fairly certain it was more that 10 years ago which in my mind qualifies it as "vintage". When I saw the floral trend hit this season I immediately thought of it. When I put it on I realized it need a little tailoring. The original skirt was an A-line fit and a little big on my frame. I took it to my seamstress and she tapered the skirt from its original A-line shape to a more sleek silhouette.
This vintage piece is 100% silk and fully lined. I can't remember how much I paid for it but I can pretty much guarantee that the same skirt is worth about 3 times as much today as I most likely paid for it when I purchased it. The quality of fabric and stitching in the items we purchase off the rack today doesn't compare to what it once was. Vintage finds come with amazing quality ... sometimes at a fraction of the price.
If you're looking for ways to carry this summer trend into the Fall season, consider the colors. In the Summer, we love to wear bright colors, pastels, and lots of white. As we move towards Fall you will start to see darker shades and jewel tones come into play. If you're looking to extend a trend, look to incorporate the next set of colors into your outfit. In this case, I paired this pink skirt with a burgundy top. Deep burgundy is a perfect Fall color and helps to transition this skirt into the Fall season!
Photography credit goes to Beth O'Brien Photography. For further information please see Friends of Beacon Style.