Florals are a perennial spring-summer favourite, but this season the trend is being taken to new heights by experimenting with more than just boring prints. While painterly bouquets create a more feminine, conservative look, designers such as Mary Katrantzou went wild with abstract digital florals in bold colours. Proenza Schouler, meanwhile, created a more edgy style by combining its blooms with blocks of black on the runway. For the evening, don't be afraid to experiment with crafty techniques such as appliques (as seen at Christopher Kane and Roland Mouret) and stunning beaded embroideries, as spotted at Valentino (right). Then there's always accessories ...
Shoes
When it comes to your feet, substitute prints for statement embellishments. These colourful Peter Pilotto sandals (HK$9,200 from On Pedder) are bang on trend.
Bags
Exotic floral prints are everywhere this season - think orchids and other tropical blooms. Choose a bag with clean lines so the pattern comes to life. Try the Island Flora Melinda bag (HK$2,500) from Kate Spade.
Jewellery