Fashion Floral By InStyle Editors InStyle Editors Instagram Twitter InStyle's mantra is "Everybody's in," and that means anyone who finds their way to our stories should find themselves reflected in them. We prioritize bringing the right writer to every story and sometimes collaborate as a team to ensure we're including points of view across race, gender expression, body size, skin and hair type, and more. Our editors and writers comprise decades of expertise across the beauty, fashion, lifestyle and wellness spaces in print and digital. We prioritize journalistic integrity, factual accuracy, and also having fun with every story we share. For more about our team, click here. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on August 18, 2008 Pin Share Tweet Email Photo: Kevin Sweeney/Time Inc. Digital Studio Floral 01 of 07 Why We Love It Maria Valentino/MCV Photo The intensity of these prints is akin to coming home and discovering someone has bombarded you with bouquets. (How lovely!) These are in-your-face rather than garden-variety flowers. There's an Impressionistic feel to these flowers that gives them a pretty power. And they are tamed by the use of black as a background. How to Wear ItFlorals have turned over a new leaf. Treat them as you might a strong plaid, not a breezy pastel—accessories should be stark and graphic. Fall brings flowers on necklaces, earrings, even shoes and bags. Set them where they can be admired best—against solid pieces from your wardrobe, not floral clothes. 02 of 07 Ann Taylor Loft Kevin Sweeney/Time Inc. Digital Studio Cotton top, Ann Taylor Loft, $49; anntaylorloft.com . 03 of 07 Bottega Veneta Kevin Sweeney/Time Inc. Digital Studio Velvet shoes, Bottega Veneta, $670; at Bottega Veneta, call 877-362-1715. 04 of 07 Plenty Frock by Tracy Reese Kevin Sweeney/Time Inc. Digital Studio Silk dress, Plenty Frock by Tracy Reese, $295; at Tracy Reese, call 212-807-0505. 05 of 07 J. Crew Collection Kevin Sweeney/Time Inc. Digital Studio Floral skirt, J. Crew Collection, $150; visit jcrew.com. 06 of 07 Mint Jodi Arnold Kevin Sweeney/Time Inc. Digital Studio Silk satin chiffon dress, Mint Jodi Arnold, $436;visit jodiarnoldnyc.com. 07 of 07 Gerard Yosca Kevin Sweeney/Time Inc. Digital Studio Gold-plate with Swarovski crystals, glass and semipreciousstones, Gerard Yosca, $480; at Tracy Reese, call 212-807-0505. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit