Floral prints are synonymous with Spring, but thanks to designers like Proenza Schouler, Prabal Gurung, and Peter Som, the once girlie patterns are exploding with more impact than ever before. Whether you lean on the more feminine side or prefer a bolder look, we culled 15 gorgeous blooms for you to add to your warm weather wardrobe. From cute floral printed shorts from Madewell to Citizens of Read more

This week, I'm inspired by bold walls that celebrate Spring. Undeniably feminine, but more fresh than saccharine, these rooms are less about the items that fill the space. Whether it's a single focal point or a room with floor to ceiling patterns, these spaces provide a perennial garden that won't fade with the seasons. Keep reading to see some of the examples that are inspiring me this week! Read more

Paris Fashion Week has shown some gorgeous Fall 2012 collections, and with it comes the equally covetable street style scene. One of the most snap-worthy looks? Florals. Whether printed on a statement clutch or on a pair of pretty trousers, botanical prints are quite literally sprouting up everywhere. It's a sign of Spring, and we couldn't be happier to copy some of these inspiring outfit ideas. Read more

Mark Held of Mark's Gardens has been the man behind the gorgeous floral arrangements and tablescapes at the Oscars Governors Ball for 19 years. We had the chance to catch up with Mark today at a preview of the event, which is the official afterparty for the Academy Awards. This year, Mark went in a new direction, focusing on an all-red theme. He didn't limit himself to working with just roses, Read more

The latest resurgence of wintertime floral prints is a welcome (and super vibrant) sight to see. We love how this sweet style totally lightens up the typical cold weather dressing mood. This season, try pairing your prettiest floral pieces with chunky toppers, luxe layers, and your favorite pair of Winter boots. Need some floral fashion inspiration? Jessica Alba paired an ombre felted Doo.Ri Read more

We've already covered the best colors and most flattering silhouettes from the runways to try come Spring, and now we're weighing in on the prettiest tops and blouses to get into for the season. We all wear them — so why not make sure you're wearing the freshest cut? First up: the flirty floral top. There was an explosion of gorgeous floral patterns on the runways for Spring, and it makes a Read more

In the Victorian era, florigraphy or "flower writing" was a popular way to communicate messages, with a myriad of flowers, herbs, and other plants taking on nuanced romantic and social meanings. But the Victorians weren't the first to assign flowers meaning, and there's a long history of connecting some of the most popular flowers to specific personality traits and emotions. In the same way an Read more

I've always had a thing for mixing patterns. I especially love layering blankets and quilts handmade by my grandmother and mismatching floral, striped, and dotted accent pillows and throws. Currently the floral and stripes combo has caught my eye with its nontraditional look that can either be sweet or energetic, depending on the colors and decorating style. See how this eclectic Read more

With Spring finally within sight, we're eagerly awaiting lighter layers and brighter, fresher palettes. So, as we hone in on the warmer-weather trends, we're breaking down some of our seasonal favorites and the ones currently on our radar. First up, we've developed a crush on sweet, flirty liberty prints. The tiny floral print is effortlessly Spring, and it's showing up on maxis, button-downs, Read more

Forever 21's sister Twelve by Twelve has just released its latest look book Couture in Bloom. With a name like that, you can imagine, there's no shortage of florals, ruffles, pastels, pearls, tulle, and lace. It's a beautiful scene, really. Incredibly fashionable yet wearable, too. Here is one of my favorite looks — the model is working her floral print romper and turban like a flirty chick. Read more