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Everyone loves wearing florals in the summer but as we move towards the end of the summer the best florals to invest in are those that are versatile for different seasons and different occasions. You wouldn’t necessarily think of wearing florals in the autumn or winter, but they are a great way to brighten up and outfit and make you feel instantly happy. Of course, in order not to look out of place in your florals for the autumn and winter, you should choose pieces that look great for any season. By buying versatile florals in the summer sales, you can get yourself a great bargain that you can wear all year round.
The trick to picking out great florals that will work for the colder weather is choosing darker colours or colours that can easily be worn with black or coloured tights. Very light or pale coloured florals may not work so well because it will be difficult to find something suitable to wear on your legs and they will also probably look out of place on a cold and windy day.
Floral dresses in slightly heavier fabrics will work well for the autumn and winter as will floral blouse which can be combined with a winter skirt or trousers. A brightly coloured cardigan is also a great way to add a bit of warmth to a floral summer dress and make a stylish and cosy outfit for the autumn and winter.
Floral dresses that are suitable for occasions are particularly versatile for different seasons. You can often wear a great floral occasion dress in the winter even if it is a little lighter than you would usually wear for a winter day dress. Try adding a pair of coloured tights for a really eye catching outfit.
Floral shift dresses work really well for a vareity of seasons. Wear with bare legs in the summer. For the autumn and winter, you can wear a long sleeved top underneath or a cardigan or jackey over it to keep warm and thicker opaque tights and boots.
This ladies sleeveless floral evening dress in black is a great option for any season and works well as both evening wear and occasion wear. Add a cropped cardigan, bolero or jacket for a bit of extra warmth.
The autumnal colours of this brown sleeveless sunflower print dress looks great for any season. This dress would look amazing with mustard yellow tights or cardigan.
Bright floral prints on a dark or black background work particularly well for the autumn and winter. Team with black tights, shoes and cardigan for a sophisticated daytime outfit or a great party outfit.
By carefully choosing your clothes, it is possible to build a great versatile wardrobe to work for all of the different seasons. This is a great way to invest your money wisely and get maximum wear out of all of your clothes. It also cuts down on storage. Florals are a great option for spring, summer, autumn and winter. Look for deep and rich colours to ensure maximum versatility.
When the sun is shining, there is nothing better to do than have a picnic in the park. A picnic in the park does not have to mean rolling out an old rug on the floor and munching on a few sandwiches and bag of crisps, although that sort of picnic can be fun. A picnic in the park can also be a stylish and lavish affair where you get the opportunity to get dressed up in a nice dress with a big straw hat and sip pimms or champagne whilst eating a luxurious lunch. This sort of picnic is perfect for a Sunday afternoon when you have got nothing to do but watch the world go by and relax in the sunshine. Many parks have bands or music on the weekends in the summer giving you the chance to really make an occasion of it and listen to some great music while you are dining.
To wear
A floral dress is the perfect thing to wear for a picnic in the park. It is in keeping with the general theme of nature and being outside and also has a slightly retro feel about it. Take your pick from brightly coloured florals or paler washed out pastels.
This green print strappy cotton sundress is ideal for a picnic in the park as it is pretty and comfortable to wear the light colours are also perfect for keeping cool in the sun.
This black and white ditsy crinkle flower crinkle dress is another great choice for relaxing in the park on a Sunday afternoon. Cool, comfortable and very stylish.
A stylish pair of flat shoes or wedges will look great and won’t sink into the grass. You just need to add a large pair of sunglasses and a big brimmed straw hat to keep the sun off your face.
To take with you
There is no need to rough it when having your picnic.You can get light weight fold up table and chairs and even pack a table cloth, pretty tableware and a flower for the centre of the table. You can get beautiful melamine plates and plastic glasses or take real glasses and china, if you can carry it. Knives and forks will also be an important part of you sit down picnic.
To eat
You can often get delicious picnic pre packed at a delicatessen or make up your own with freshly baked bread, olives, cheese and cold meats. Fresh fruit like strawberries are great options for desert or why not have scones with jam and cream for afternoon tea. You don’t have to spend hours preparing a picnic lunch sometimes the most simple things in life are the best. Why not top off at the local farm shop on your way and pick up a selection on local seasonal food.
To drink
You can easily make your own Pimms with a plastic jug, some lemonade and some ready chopped fruit, cucumber and sprigs of herbs. Alternatively a glass of chilled champagne makes for a very civilised picnic. For those who prefer something no alcoholic homemade lemonade or ginger beer or a flask of tea are the perfect refreshment.
Summer has finally arrived and we can’t wait for more of that lovely sunshine. With the weather reaching up to the thirties this weekend, keeping cool and comfortable is likely to be one of your key considerations. Have you ever noticed how, when the sun comes out, women seem to make a bit more effort about what they wear? Out come the beautiful summer dresses, the crisp white trousers and bold bright prints. Summer dresses are probably the easiest and most comfortable way to keep cool on a really hot summer day and always look really stylish.
The best summer dresses for keeping cool in are cotton or natural fabrics like linen. Synthetic fabrics will make you feel warmer and will make you sweat more. Always opt for quite loose fitting clothes as they will allow your skin to ‘breathe’. You should also opt for lighter colours if you will be out in the sun as they will not get so warm. Finally a wide brimmed hat is a great investment to keep the sun off your face neck and shoulders. If this is too much for wearing out and about, a smaller brimmed hat will also help keep you cool and give your head and face some protection. Â
Floral dresses
Floral dresses are perfect for a hot summers day. They are colourful and will make you feel really happy. For a light and airy summer dress that does not soak up too much heat from the sun, opt for a print with coloured flowers on a white background. We love this ivory and turquiose crinkle cotton dress as it is so bright but also loose and comfortable, it is ideal for days out, casual parties and sitting in the garden.
Maxi Dresses
The beauty of maxi dresses is that they allow you to keep cool without showing off too much of your body. They are perfect for covering up white legs or larger hips and thighs. Their loose fitting empire line is great for keeping cool and looking glamorous, elegant and stylish. Maxi dresses can work for all sorts of occasions including parties or more formal events, casual daytime and holidays.
Sun dresses
Sun dresses are just as the name suggests for wearing in the sun. The are usually fairly simple styles that are made of cotton and just below knee length. We love this black and white ditsy floral crinkle dress, the crinkled texture of the fabric allows it to be loose fitting and comfortable without appearing too loose and shapeless.
Shift dresses
A shift dress is a great alternative to a suit for keeping cool at work on a hot summers day. For a more conservative work place a dress with sleeves would be best. You can add a suit jacket if you work in an air conditioned building which can sometimes be much cooler than the outside temperature.
Looking stylish in the heat is all about combining style and comfort. The outfits that keep you the coolest are likely to look the most stylish as a red and shiny face is never a great look.
The key to look stylish for any sort of occasion is partly about choosing the right clothes to suit your body shape. If you are getting dressed up for an important occasion it will probably be really important to you to look your best. You should consider carefully which occasion dresses will look best for your body shape.
Apple Shape – people who tend to put on weight around their tummies are generally described as apple shapes. They tend to have slimmer arms and legs, so occasion wear that makes the most of these features will look amazing. An empire line dress looks really good on apple shapes as it skims over the tummy hiding it. This floral patterned dress has a beautifully draping material. The black band under the bust highlights the slimmest part of the torso for a flattering effect.
Pear shape – the pear shape is probably the most common body shape as most of us tend to put on weight around our hips and thighs. The key to finding a great dress for this shape is avoiding anything that clings around this are and look for detail on the top half or a wide neckline which balance out the wide hips. Look for occasion dresses with a line or straight cut skirts and ruffles or embellishment on the top half. This floral print dress is ideal as the sleeves make the top half appear wider balancing out the hips. The dress also skims over the hips which is much more flattering than a dress which clings.
Athletic Shape -some one with a smaller hips and bust can be defined as athletic. Athletic shaped ladies tend to be quite slim with good body tone. The key to dressing this body shape is usually to try and accentuate curves for a feminine look. Ruffles, belts or colour blocking at the waist will help to create the illusion of curves. This ivory print dress does just the trick with a contrasting colour belt.
Hourglass Shape -larger hips and bust with a small waist define the hourglass shape. Many curvy or hourglass shape girls are self conscious of their curves but they shouldn’t be as this is the most feminine of all the body shapes. The key to dressing this body shape is to add definition and ensure that the waist is defined, otherwise clothes can look shapeless. The contrast of the white belt against the black dress is a great way to define the waist. Black is also a very slimming colour for those who are a little self conscious of their curves. Add some brightly coloured accessories for a bold and fun look.
A bolero or shrug is the perfect cover up for any body shape if the weather is not quite warm enough for bare arms. It is also good for those who prefer to cover their arms up. High heels are also a great way to add height for all body shapes and can also have a slimming effect.