Florals with a twist from Ossie Clark, Dries van Noten and Marni

Florals with a twist from Ossie Clark, Dries van Noten and Marni

March 24th, 2009

Florals are everywhere this season - but as florals appear to be everywhere most seasons, the designer versions need to be a bit special to make us part with our cash. These florals (and some leafy foliage-als) are by Marni, Dries Van Noten, and Ossie Clark and they are unlike anything I’ve seen on the high street, or squashed into my wardrobe from last time florals were in (er, last summer?). Retro, sculpted, even a bit futuristic - no one is going to think you look sweet in these.

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An amazing Ossie Clark silk floral jumpsuit, all it needs are some chunky gold sandals, oodles of lipgloss and lots of thick gold bangles. With a low neckline and a necktie, with frills, this jumpsuit is sleeveless with a drawstring waist and wide leg trousers. Ossie Clark silk floral jumpsuit, £895 at Browns Fashion.

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A stunning white and gold pencil skirt by Dries Van Noten, with a striking pattern of gold metallic foliage. Dry clean only, this Dries Van Noten pencil skirt is 53% cotton, 35% silk and 12% polyurethane. Dries Van Noten white and gold floral pencil skirt, £420 at Browns Fashion.

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A romantic look with an edge, this gorgeous yellow Marni floral pleated dress has soft draping and frills to add structure. This Marni dress is 100% silk and is dry clean only. Yellow Marni floral silk dress with frills, £675 from Browns Fashion.