Spring 2008 brings the celebration of nature with floral being a huge print of the season. Floral prints bursting with colour and energy filled the spring/summer 2008 runways, a refreshing contrast to the greys and blacks that have dominated our wardrobes this winter.

Spurred on by the growing concern for our environment and the need for a more ethical fashion industry, designers such as Stella Mc Cartney, Balenciaga and Missoni have all taken influence from Mother Nature to celebrate all things green! Beautiful florals enlarged and placed strategically on flowing maxi dresses and smock tops was Missoni’s unique approach to the print whereas Stella Mc Cartney created a sexy, laid back feel with cute mini floral prints covering sheer all in ones!

However Nicolas Ghesquiere for Balenciaga got my vote for the most adventurous; bold floral prints covered sports car inspired garments. Sculptured hips and shoulders created unusual style jackets and dresses that completely contrasted to the natural floral print that embellished the garments. If this wasn’t enough to finish the look Ghesquiere chose knee-high woven gladiator boots; talk about making a fashion statement! To see these wonderful collections for yourself, go to Style.com for lots of great pics and runway reviews.

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