Fabulous Fridays: A Flower Grows In Manhattan

Happy Friday everyone!!! We made it through the rain and the Spring sunshine is finally with us. All throughout New York City, colorful flowers are again dotting the city landscape and the streets are packed with people who must have been as happy as I was to feel the sun on your skin again. It's just what the doctor has ordered.

Central Park

My street

I'm so ready for Spring. One of the best ways to get in the mood is by wearing floral accessories. Just a simple accent can really lift your spirits. Sarah Jessica Parker's Carrie Bradshaw made one of her signature fashion statements on Sex and the City when she wore her wild flower pins and that trend is really picking up heat this season.

Some might find florals too frilly, too sickening sweet. But when it's not overdone, it can be really beautiful. For me, floral accessories are a super chic and super easy way to freshen your look.

Here are some examples of floral accessories I love:

Floral pins like this gorgeous one from J. Crew are sprouting up all over this Spring. Just add it to your coat, jacket shirt, belt or purse and you'll have your Carrie moment.

J. Crew

This might be my new Spring obsession. Floral hair pins. These dainty pins are available on Etsy.

Etsy

The colorful hues on this golden metal bracelet by Kenneth Jay Lane really make a statement against any simple, neutral Spring look.

Kenneth Jay Lane

I love the neutral shade of this platform sandal by Valentino but the rosettes make this chic design more playful.

Valentino

This festive bag by Valentinois a knockout. I would wear it all year round.

Valentino

I'm really looking forward to the 70 degree weekend. After this wet, wild and cold winter, my Spring fever is on!!!

Spring is a time of renewal, getting out of hibernation, awakening your energies and loving all there is to enjoy in life. Tell me, what are you looking forward to the most this Spring?

Fabulous Fridays: Flower Power

I'm ready to frolic in the warm sun and delight in all the pleasing floral prints for Spring.

For me, nothing captures the feeling of Spring fever like the smell of freshly cut grass and blossoming floral prints. I think floral prints are fresh, feminine and best of all fun. Now that the stores have cleared out of their winter sales, their shelves are flourishing this season with these pretty petals.

What I like best about floral this spring is they are made for adult sensibilities and aren't overtly girlie. The bold pinks, oranges and purples are mixed with blacks and dark navy for a modern, grown-up taste.

Tibi is known for her bright, playful prints. This silk tunic becomes more complex with its mix lush florals and black background.

Flowers come to life on this fabulous black silk chiffon top by D&G.

This strapless dress from Trina Turk is not your usual garden variety.

Pink peonies bloom across this navy tank dress and matching cardigan by DKNY.

Florals aren't only meant to worn on your clothing. There are wonderful accessories like shoes, necklaces and hair accents that have the flower power to really capture this fun trend.

These Rene Caovilla floral ruffles sandals add extra punch to any Spring look.

Remember, when picking tops and dresses, be sure the color and pattern do not overwhelm you. Hold it up to your face or try it on and see if the colors compliment you.

It's time we shed our winter coats and dark clothing. Brighten up with some florals and bring some sunshine back to your day and nights.

The sun is bright and the weekend looks like it's going to be fabulous. After looking at all these delightful floral prints, I think my Spring fever went into high gear.

Tell me, do you plan on wearing floral prints?