The crocuses are out early in Kansas and that means that spring is basically here. While I think we all would rather look at flowers in the ground or a vase, that’s not always possible. The following outfits will allow you to enjoy floral patterns where ever you go. So, here we go: 5 ways to mix and match floral patterns.

1. Floral Umbrella and Vibrant Flower-Print Coat

Spring showers do bring flowers, so we think it’s appropriate to include a floral trench coat and an umbrella in this post. This vivid coat is priced at $47.99 and features flowers that will make you dream of steamy, summer months. And you’ll feel anything but dreary when using this umbrella during a spring rainstorm. Priced at $34.

2. Floral Platforms and Mini Dress

This combo is classic — because who doesn’t love a flirty floral dress and platforms. This “all over floral” pattern features ruffles and a mini fit. Priced at $168. Sure, ballet flats would look cute with this dress, but sometimes you want to bypass cute and go straight to smokin’. Get to that level of self-love in seconds by strapping on this pair of floral platforms. Priced at $129.95.

3. Floral One-Piece and Scarf

Everyone needs a scarf to wear with their bathing suit this season. This summer scarf can keep your shoulders warm on cool nights, or keep your sea-soaked hair back. Priced at $34. And we love this suit because it’s an incredibly sexy one-piece. Sure, you may not be able to play volleyball in this suit, but you sure will be able to strut your stuff. Priced at $168.

4. Maxi Dress with Clutch

We couldn’t get through this post without including one long, flowing, floral piece — after all, it’s a classic! The Floral Fields dress is on sale for $79.95. This piece is perfect for spring days that start cold and end warm. And now that you’ve saved all that cash by getting a dress that’s on sale, you can get this $198 clutch.

5. Floral Earrings and Necklace

Sometimes all you need is a floral pattern that’s simple — and that’s when you can turn to delicate, flower embellished jewelry. These two pieces are beautiful but subtle. The earnings are priced at $48 and the pressed floral necklace is priced at $159.95.

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When many people think of floral design they think of stuffy Laura Ashley prints, but florals don’t have to be boring and traditional. Today’s modern floral decor can be fun, colorful, vibrant and dramatic.

From wallpaper to textiles and accessories to window treatments, florals are a great way to incorporate what we love best about nature but without the sneezing and wheezing for those who love flowers, but not seasonal allergies!

Floral Walls

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If you are ready to take the plunge, wallpaper is the way to go. For a more traditional floral design look, go with smaller repeat patterns and for a modern look, try bolder and larger prints. Not on board with the time, work and long-term commitment of wallpaper, then removable wall stencils are the choice for you. In addition, if you like the look of floral wallpaper, but can’t or don’t want to cover your entire walls, consider using wallpaper remnants.

Flooring

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A very modern way of incorporating floral design into your decor is with a bold rug. Go with a monochromatic bold print for a trendy way to use florals. Another choice, if you own your own home, is to create a stencil painted floral floor, like in this example from Royal Design Studios.

Floral Art

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Like the look of cut flowers, consider floral artwork like this pretty, bold and colorful watercolor painting or head out into nature for some inspiration and paint your own field of wildflowers! Or create your own paper posies with this tutorial for paper flowers.

Pile on the Pillows

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Whether you make your own or purchase them from Etsy, floral print pillows are an easy and welcoming way to add from floral design to your home. Pile them in the living room or on beds to add pops of colorful posies without the mess of bringing cut flowers into the house.

Window Treatments

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Curtains are another great way to bring add floral design to your decor and are a great alternative for those who rent. Choose an ombre floral print for a more modern way to use florals.

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Artisan crafted shoes in a vertically integrated manufacturing facility.

Sweet flowers and ribbons adorn these classically shaped ballerina flats from Osborn. Featuring a crafted shoe body that will soften and conform with wear to make spring stepping out, light and fun. A unique limited edition run.

$138

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She’s pushing petals again, that Amy Butler, introducing fabulously feminine and bold wool carpets that are blooming in late August. These are great handcrafted picks for perking up an existing space. You got the sofa, you got the pillows, you got the hot date. Now you need a flirty-perty rug, right?

The new line of 19 patterns in the Amy Butler for Chandra collection borders on the exotic with a modern scale and lively depth of field. If the motifs look familiar, it’s because we’ve shown you her similar bedding designs which smack of India chic. The organic bedding is sold at Bed, Bath and Beyond. The carpets complete the totality of the Butler bedroom.

“I had so much fun designing this line and learning about a whole new industry,” says Butler, otherwise known as the queen of Midwest modern style . “I even got to visit India to see rugs being made and meet the people who make it all happen – it was an amazing experience! I loved seeing each step in the process, the care and detail that goes into each rug is stunning.”

The rugs are 100% handmade from New Zealand Wool and semi-sustainable using no harsh chemical washes, the industry’s safest chrome dyes and natural latex adhesive.

Go to Butler’s site to see a slideshow of the rugs or order a carpet brochure.

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