The runways have spoken. Floral patterns are back and bringing colorful life to summer wear this year. Here are some picks from Sonoma County stores.
MARVELOUS MUSTARD
Keep it mellow yet bright with this earthy ochre shade. With off-the-shoulder sleeves and a fitted bodice, the “Dani Maxi” dress has built-in shorts and a long slit for optimum leg popping. The wildflowers in shades of yellow and complementary purples adds eye-catching appeal.
$56, Ooh La Luxe, 109 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma, 707-769-7787, oohlaluxe.com
CONTRASTING CLASSIC
A wrapped top and butterfly sleeves with an angled, overlapping hemline says yesterday and today all at once. Deep-toned flowers on a white background provide stunning contrast. Versatile and elegant, the “Stephanie Floral Wrap Dress” could become your wardrobe’s new go-to dress.
$38.99, Bow N Arrow Clothing, 8200 Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati, 707-242-3027, bownarrowclothing.com
DESIGNER FLORAL
Lest this shirt get too flowery, the floral pattern is coupled with angular geometric shapes. Embroidering on the blooms adds dimension to this vibrant riff on the floral trend. This "Sudanese" design is a numbered piece of limited edition wearable art by Robert Graham.
$398, Scott Lyall Clothes for Men, 115 East Napa Street, B, Sonoma, 707-933-8770, scottlyallclothes.com
ISLAND FLORAL
Robert Graham’s leafy “Minicoy” pattern sets navy against a migrating orange and is interspersed with black and white abstract patterns that have a detailed, hand drawn-looking quality. Contrasting sleeves and collar details make this intricate design full of subtle surprises.
$268, Scott Lyall Clothes for Men, 115 East Napa Street, B, Sonoma, 707-933-8770, scottlyallclothes.com
The runways have spoken. Floral patterns are back (again) and bringing colorful life to summer wear this year. Florals have been hot or not in waves since…forever, and 2017 is experiencing another hot spot. Sonoma County stores have a crop of gorgeous modern updates to this classic, ever-renewing favorite. Click through the gallery above for all the details.
