Sunday, February 01, 2009

FOR THE LOVE OF FLORAL
FORGET THE APRIL SHOWERS, BRING ON THE FLOWERS!


Garden Party
*Adorn your body with the invigorating scents of white blossom and Himalayan poppy with BENEFITS new Maybe Baby perfume. This is a fresh and easy way to get you in the spring mood with just one mist. This deliciously fresh scent is available at Sephora stores for $48.
*For more of an indulgence into the flower world of fragrance, opt for Ralph Laurens Romance. This fabulously free smelling perfume contains notes of lotus flower and day lilies. Also sold at Sephora and The Bay for around $72.

Home Flower-ishings
*These elegant pieces for your home can transfer a dull room into an inspirational spring setting; pair it with a sleek coffee table and a punch of colour. This floral wool rug by The Field Crest Company comes in many sizes and prices to fit your budget and home. Prices are from $34.99- $379.99, available only at Target and Target.com
*Let your girly side shine with this sleek and chic flower pot by Tiffany & Co. Use this piece to display your most beautiful tea roses from your garden and light up your home. An investment piece at $650, but will be passed down through the years. Tiffany.com


All Purpose Indulgences
*Bake up some delicious treats with this spring inspired cake pan. A pot of flowers made of cake to bring in spring is a perfect tea party present. Only $12.99 at Wilton and Wilton.com
*For those that are less talented in the kitchen, you can opt for a much easier way to impress your friends or guests this spring; with a beautiful bouquet of edible flower cookies. They come in a wide variety of flowers, colours and prices. $29.99-59.99 Available at Gourmetcookiebouquets.com


Flower Friendly
*Do your spring cleaning with these environmentally friendly products by Clorox. Their Green Works line is made with the power of Clorox, but with the earth in mind. From biodegradable cleaning wipes to glass cleaners, approximately $3.99-5.99.
*Do your part to protect the flowers by investing in some organic clothing options for your wardrobe. Get ready for all the spring weather with this beautiful and organically chic raincoat by Dace Butler for $415, available at notjustpretty.com

Growing up
*Take a hint from the big boys this spring with influences of floral designs and pieces like Marc Jacobs and Dolce and Gabbana, seen in their spring 2009 collection. Flower broaches adorn beautifully cut skirts and sweet rosettes look chic on the runway models. Get the look, without the price tag at Forever XXI for $4.80-10.80.
*Get a sleek floral look without being over the top like Chanel’s 2009 spring collection skirts. These whimsical pieces add character to your wardrobe in a pretty and delicate way. Get the look with this elegant two-toned floral skirt by Forever XXI; $27.80. Forever XXI stores or Canada.forever21.com.

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