STYLE ADVICE OF THE WEEK: Floral Fun

Florals are sprouting all over this summer's to-get list. As summer school is about to begin and the heat of Louisiana weather is starting to set in, I was excited to see this CollegeFashionista walking to class wearing some awesome floral pants on one of our rare cooler days! 
 
Pairing these jeans with a pastel orange blouse made a statement that did not go unnoticed. She admitted that both the shirt and pants were from Zara, which is a chic and affordable store to get your head-turning outfits! The look was almost identical to an outfit Jessica Alba wore while strutting down Hollywood Boulevard recently.
 
Even though these floral pants are about to get too hot to wear at LSU, floral sundresses are just as fashion-forward in this summer's must-have wardrobe. The most famous designer who is known for her floral statement designs is Betsey Johnson. Combining a subtle tan wedge with her extreme floral patterns makes the outfit a perfect versatile outfit for almost any occasion! 
 
If you're going with a more casual look, feminine shorts are also a great alternative for everyday wear! Try Anthropologie’s silk ruffled shorts paired with a cotton yellow shirt that will keep you cool and stylin’ all throughout summer. Whether it be fun floral jeans, bright patterned shorts or a Betsey Johnson dress, this statement is one that should be in every CollegeFashionista's wardrobe of this summer’s must-haves!
 

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STYLE ADVICE OF THE WEEK: Floral Fun

Maybe it's their bright colors, their scent or perhaps the way you can arrange different types together to make a beautiful bouquet. Whatever it is, there's something about flowers that just makes people happy and it seems as if floral print is having the same effect on us this season. From sunglasses to pants, floral print is growing wild all around us. Floral prints are a classic way to add femininity to any outfit and it’s time to learn how to wear them in a way that works for your style.

First off, there is a vast library of floral prints to choose from that range from simple and dainty to bold and contemporary. It’s important to pick a print that you feel comfortable in. It’s always fun to step out of your comfort zone and try something new, but make sure that the print you pick is one you feel confidant in. When it comes to fashion, as many of you know, you only look as good as you feel, so when you put on that floral print, you should feel great! If you’re hesitant about this trend, floral accessories are the way to go. This week’s Fashionista wears an abstract floral print scarf to give her outfit a feminine touch. She pairs the scarf with jean shorts, a loose fitted shirt and her Converse All-Stars for a casual look. Other floral-laden accessories I’ve seen this season are shoes, sunglasses, purses and jewelry — just to give you an idea.

Once you choose a floral print, coordinate the rest of your outfit around that color scheme. Floral print usually consists of multiple colors, so you have plenty of options available when it comes to putting your outfit together. Another flattering way to style floral print is pairing it with neutrals. This is the best way to go if you aren’t going to wear colors that are incorporated in the print. Dress up your ensemble with a blazer and heels or keep it relaxed with a loose fitted T-shirt. For more advice on how to style floral prints, check out this Whittier College Style Guru’s post.

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