Showing posts with label floral. Show all posts
Showing posts with label floral. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 11, 2020

Trends to Thrift for 2020

You know what they say, what goes around comes around.  Fashion trends of past decades are making a huge impact for 2020 styles.  Shopping second-hand gives you the opportunity to stay fashionable on a budget, shop sustainable, create a wardrobe that is truly one-of-a-kind...and there's the thrill of a treasure hunt.  Some style are more common and easier to pick up at a resale of thrift store.  I've gathered some trends for 2020 to keep an eye out for while thrifting.

1.  Polka Dots

This whimsical 80's print can be a bold move but is fairly simple to style.  Add a little polka dot with a hair scarf or go extreme with a midi skirt.  Pair a polka dot top with your favorite jeans or mix up the prints and add some stripes or a touch of animal print.  Over the past few months, I've already picked up a few polka-dot print pieces for myself so I know they're pretty easy to come by!






2. Florals

As "groundbreaking" as it may be, florals are always a classic and feminine option (especially in spring).  For 2020, though, they're a little more different than seen in the past shown in vibrant colors and more abstract patterns.  Groovyyy!





3.  Denim

Blue jean, baby.  Denim dresses, skirts, overalls, Canadian Tuxedos.  Flare denim isn't the only 70's trend that's come back.  Whether you're rocking the monochrome head-to-toe look or pairing a midi skirt with your favorite band tee, denim just creates an effortlessly cool look.  I've definitely spotted flares and longer denim skirts at Goodwill, so keep your eyes peeled!





4.  Cardigans

Now this isn't styled as a typical layered "granny cardigan" but worn as a shirt.  A cropped cardigan paired with jeans is an easy, sweet and casual outfit but a step "dressier" than the basic white tee and jean pairing.  Cardigans are super easy to find second-hand so there's no doubt in my mind that you'll be able to pick up a few this season!




Hot Colors in Fashion

1.  Flame Scarlet

This fiery red is a color to be on the lookout for!  Wear as a blouse or skirt and I personally think it would pair beautifully with the classic camel color that's been shown everywhere for a bit now!



2.  Faded Denim

I see TONS of blues while thrifting and am really a fan of this faded denim shade.  I think it would pair perfectly with dark wash blue jeans and love the last photo with the coat, proving that this lighter color isn't just for spring and summer.




3.  Coral Pink

An update on the millennial pink shade that's been trendy for a few years now, I'm a big fan of this coral pink.  It's such a pretty shade and I just picture picking up a silky blouse in this color at a thrift store.



What are your favorite trends that you see for 2020?  Any special items you're looking for while thrifting?  Good luck in your thrift shopping adventures and I'll catch you next time!

♥ always
Allison

Friday, March 30, 2018

Five Things Friday

With Easter being this Sunday (already!?...I know, right?), this hoppin' Five Things Friday roundup is based on all things Easter.




Talk about an Easter brunch tablescape!  All the heart eyes over this natural rustic look from Bless'er House.  See the full post here:  Bless'er House / Easter Brunch Tablescape


How adorable are these DIY Peek-A-Boo Clothespin Eggs!?  I can't even handle it.


I love the idea of having alternative Easter basket stuffers aside from candy.  This list of 75 Egg-cellent Non-Candy Easter Egg Fillers from Mommy Evolution has some great ideas and inspiration for more!


The dessert will be the talk of the town with these Lemon-White Chocolate Mini Cheesecakes.  Get the recipe here:  Kraft-Philadelphia / Lemon-White Chocolate Mini Cheesecakes


Easter dress?  Check.  This dress from asos is beautiful for an Easter brunch or luncheon.  Shop the dress here:  asos / New Look Summer Floral Midi Dress

Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Art in Bloom

Art in Bloom: A Celebration of Art and Flowers took place in the Saint Louis Art Museum (SLAM), which is nestled in Forest Park.  Fun fact:  Forest Park was won the award for Best City Park in the 2016 USA TODAY 10 Best Readers' Choice Poll.  This annual celebration, which took place March 11-13, showcased 35 floral interpretations of art from the SLAM's masterpieces.  Each floral design was created by skilled florists and garden clubs across the region.  I must say, the sights were stunning and the smells were of flower fields.

Although incredibly difficult to choose, my personal favorite was the Queen Ann Chair by David J. Bovier of Ken Miesner's Flowers.  If you didn't make it to 2016's showing, I hope you can make it in 2017!  Please enjoy the photo gallery and let me know which is your favorite in the comment section below!


Pair of Doors, Spanish
Florist:  Mary Davidson-Officer
Garden Appreciation of Greater St. Louis


Portrait of a Woman
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
Florist:  Susan Schoedel, AIDF
Freelance Designer


Reliquary Arm, French
Florist:  Kimberly Ann Vermillion
LaSalle Wholesale Florist


Joonas
Maija Isola
Florist:  Vicky L. Gogel
Zengel Florist and Gifts


Mask
Florist:  Bob Hauck
Walter Knoll Florist


Ewer in the Form of a Double Gourd with Design of Boys amidst Grapevines
Korean
Florist:  Carol Eilermann
Designers Guild Garden Club


Carriage Clock
Lucien Falize, Alexis Falize
Florist:  Joshua Davis
Botanicals Design Studio


Portrait of a Lady
Hans Mielich
Florist:  Ann Rabbitt, AIFD, CFD
Thorn Studio


Helena's Australia
Sigmar Polke
Florist:  Jonathan Kuhlmann
Kirkwood Florist


Box45
Lucas Samaras
Florist:  Jennifer Thomasson, AIFD, CFD
Stems


Enforcer
Alice Gibson
Florist:  Carte Blanche Designers of District V,
Garden Clubs of Illinois





Standing Male Figurine
Wari
Florist:  Dean Riebeling
Botanicals Design Studio



You Can't Lay Down Your Memories Chest of Drawers
Tejo Remy
Florist:  Daniel Whitehurst
St. Louis Academy of Floral Arts






Queen Ann Chair
Robert Centuri
Florist:  David J. Bovier
Ken Miesner's Flowers





When there's a mirrored flower wall, you stop for selfies.  Obvi.


Mom and me at the museum :)

To view current and upcoming exhibits, visit SLAM's website here:  Saint Louis Art Museum