Wednesday, August 13, 2014

A Floral Photo Shoot - How to Spend It Magazine

As the season turns colder, florals grow darker in enigmatic abstract prints and intricate embroideries, beautifully showcased in this stunning editorial by How to Spend it Magazine. Summer's most exotic blooms come to life in this captivating spread called ' New Florals', lensed by Damian Foxe in moody tones, featuring models Anushka Stupakoff, Mariah Morrison and Lucy Gascoyne who are styled with smudged blush and pale powdered faces, wrapped up with patterned bandanas. This modern inflorescence displays a fresh way to wear florals.


The trio of models wear graceful silk printed dresses by Temperley London that are painted with pink and purple orchids and elatedly blend in with leopard print.



British model Lucy Gascoyne wears an eye-catching arrow and floral print lace and silk organza slip dress by Christopher Kane.



Anushka Stupakoff wears Erdem's sultry interpretation of Summer florals in a yellow and black embroidered jacket and sheer-leg jumpsuit.


Dries van Noten struck an edgier note on styling florals this season, with cotton blend coats and slinky silk dresses, all outlined in a red and yellow tulip motif.

Oscar de la Renta colours in his ladylike summer frocks with polka dots and pretty blooms.



Shadowed flower shapes are embedded upon linen bandeau tops and pencil skirts in fern green and chocolate brown at Michael Kors.

Dainty minted dresses sketched with leafy greens and pink roses in duchess satin and silk make for a pleasing picture at Antonio Marras.



A tropical bouquet brings vivacity and sparkle to this rainbow-hued Vivienne Westwood Red label silk and sequin draped dress.


The femininity of Nina Ricci is maintained in petite lemon and lilac flower prints that gleam across silk cardigans, skirts and pleated dresses.

Swarovski crystals encrust these spectacular cerise and black Mary Katrantzou looks that awe-inspire with innovative design and a whimsical ruffled bodice dress.

Would you wear any of these boldly floral ensembles?


65 comments:

Pooja Mittal said...

It is always interesting to see a variety of floral interpretation, my favorite being Erdem.


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Daniella said...

This is a very striking shoot. I love the darker allure that surrounds the beautiful floral prints. The contrasting effect is very intriguing :)

Take care,
Daniella xox

Edyta said...

A huge fan of florals and Temperley :)
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Jackie Harrison said...

I love floral pattern and this fashion is outstanding.
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Eline said...

The editorial is absolutely amazing! The items are looking way better than i expected when seeing them on the catwalk tbh.

Unknown said...

So inspiring and lots of colours. Love it!

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Antonella C’est Moi said...

Love it!! So inspiring kisses

June said...

Absolutely stunning! I love how you found each piece in the editorial on the runway too :)
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Sophie Sierra said...

Beautiful words as always Sam, you really are an amazingly talented writer, it's forever an inspiring and motivational experience reading one of your posts <3

I love these editorials, the dark twists on florals are really enchanting. I steer relatively clear of florals-- mainly because I went crazy on them a few years ago and wound up OD'ing on them!! This has put me off, as I really look back and regret a lot of my fashion sense in those "floral fanatic" days. xo

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Paola Lauretano said...

Stunning selection!!! The mix of prints of Temperley is amazinf!!!!

Ciao bellissima!!!
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Margaret Dallospedale said...

Wowww
So stunning dresses
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miasmode said...

Wow these bold floral ensembles look totally stunning. I'm crazy enough to wear that haha. Esp. love Temperley London. Yes definitely my favorites. Have a wonderful day Sam!!

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Unknown said...

We love floral prints!! Amazing selection!
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Shannon Jenkins said...

You can never go wrong with florals! All these looks are to die for!

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Sakuranko said...

Oh very amazing collectin!
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selinalie said...

I would wear erdem's collection. I love floral prints and especially in summer. Great blog. Maybe you can visit my blog and follow me.

Anett said...

It's no secret that I'm a huge fan of florals and I absolutely love this editorial! What a gorgeous way to wear them!

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Bárbara Marques said...

Beautiful, in a creepy way :)

Beautetude said...

Stunning floral prints! I love the colors too.
xoxo
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Dascha said...

wow, so special <3

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said...

All this floral..so, so gorgeous! :)

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Style and Paper said...

Beautiful photo shoot!!

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Amy said...

I love florals! :)

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Pilar Domínguez said...

Floral and leopard print get on so well together. I loved the first set with Temperley London dresses. Thanks for sharing this wonderful inspiration, Sam. Kisses:)

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nice floral dresses!
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Tanya said...

What a beautiful mixed between the purple orchids with my at all time favorite leopard printy. such a dreamy dresses:). I also love the Oscar de la renta, his ladylike collection with polka dots and the pretty blooms is unbelievable amazing. I'm dying for the collection of May Katrantzou, Most of all, super gorgeous feminine collections of all Sam!

Happy hump day Sam.

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Elisabeth said...

I love Erdem's and Dries van Noten's looks, I would wear them all! Thank you Sam for stopping by my blog and leaving such a supporting comment!

xxx
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Beauty Unearthly said...

Love the collection of amazing looks! xx

Sofia said...

Oh gosh, the last shot is breathtaking ! Of course, I would wear them again and again if I could :)

Bisous !
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Jointy&Croissanty said...

Outstanding projects! I would wear flowery bandeau tops and pencil skirts from Michael Kors and these dresses from Antonio Marras.
Have a great day:)

Mikka said...

I would wear these beautiful floral dresses everyday, love temperley, dries van noten and vivienne westwood! Have a nice day Sam! xo

Debra said...

Hi Sam! Your editorial was as beautiful ad the striking photos you chose. Oh if only I could write like you! :) My fave looks are the Temperly (love that mix of leopard & florals), Oscar (dots with flowers is so feminine) and Nina Ricci never fails to woo me. Thank you darling. This was such a special feast! Xo

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Vanessa said...

Such a beautiful collection. *__*
Lovely greets Vanessa

Life's a shoe said...

what a gorgeous collection, loving the floral prints!

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Toks said...

I'm afraid I'm not a huge fan of these bold floral prints, I have a couple of floral items in my wardrobe but they're more subtle. I admit these bold prints look good on some people but not on me. xoxoxo

Beauty Editer said...

Great job! These floral pieces look super awesome.



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Sybil said...

wow.. stunning floral prints!! :D

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Oh to Be a Muse said...

The pattern mixing of florals and polka dots and animal prints is a nice change. Love all the pieces by Michael Kors.

Mimi said...

Wow, these looks are so fabulous. Love Temperly London, so chic:)
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Unknown said...

omg Sam! I love all of them! I couldn't pic just one! lol

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dawn

The Equinox Fashion by Paweerata said...

Floral always boost up the feminine in women :)

Fashion babel said...

Christopher Kane just made one huge leap in prints, love it!
And floral-leopard print mied together with right amount looks stunning!

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Unknown said...

Wow these are all so lovely! Very good and interesting post too xx I've just started a blog of my own and if you're interested you are very welcome to visit. Followers are desperately needed!! http://xbeyoutifulx.blogspot.co.uk

Alexandra Zakharova said...

All of those attires are absolutely gorgeous, each of them look so eye-catching and desirable. Floral prints are always look so feminine and appealing, to my mind there is nothing better for summer time, than a dress made of such light, floral fabric. Such a great post turned out, I enjoyed it very much! Well done, Sam!
Have a good day;)

Unknown said...

Love the pics of the photo shoot.
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Natalia | Look-A-Porter said...

Love the clothes, but the ed made me feel as if the photographer was trying to mimic Paolo Roversi... and it absolutely didn't work...

Bellezzefelici said...

Fashion turned from all black dresses to this burst (may I use this word?) of colors. I love them also in winter. So a nice post, Sam :)))

xoxo
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Ali Hval said...

Oooh, I love this entire post. The look book photos accompanying the runway ones are so beautiful and really give you a feel of the collection. I have to say I love the darker side that these have opposed to something more airy and light; that first one especially! Great post, Sam! <3

cat eyes & skinny jeans said...

LOVE the Temperley London looks!!

xx

Patricia González Fernández said...

OMG that's absolutely amaaaaazing =)

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Rebeca Muñoz López said...

Flower print always come back every sea son, I like as reinvented this print also is one of my fav prints

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Rowena @ rolala loves said...

The Temperley London dresses are all such stunners! Love the way that photo was styled and lit as well.

Rowena @ rolala loves

BEAUTYEDITER.COM – Beauty Blog said...

This is such a stunning post! I so love these floral pieces.


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Anna and Klaudia said...

fantastic collection!! <3

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A Very Sweet Blog said...

I really like the ones by Oscar de la Renta! :D

Anonymous said...

Nina Ricci's designs look amazing!

Shopping Lady said...

Wonderful shooting!

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Caro * said...

Stunning collections ! I love these prints :)

Unknown said...

Wow amazing collection!

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Unknown said...

I need more dark florals in my life! That way I can feel like I'm living out a Tim Burton movie lol. Am also seriously digging that wacky Christopher Kane print :)

Mili

Unknown said...

like the collection and the combination of floral and leo. Well, leo is back, who knew :)))) And it looks very good together!

Hugs, Xenia

Gina said...

I'm loving the Temperley and Michael Kors!!!!

XO, Gina

Jurika said...

Thank u for sharing! wonderful pictures! i'm so impressed!

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DD said...

Wow breathtaking runway!

Tany said...

I was hooked by the first picture, showing floral print blended in leo! I've never thought of this combo, and I'd totally wear it if I could find it (either on clothes or fabrics to make my own).
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