Spring/Summer 2012: Big, Bright, and Bold

What would spring be without an abundance of florals? Of course, floral prints are back this spring and summer, but this time they are bigger, brighter, and bolder.

In the Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2012 RTW show, vegetables and fruits rather than flowers were featured on most pieces.


One very popular trend is cut out shapes, most often florals. Seen here in the Dolce & Gabbana (below left) and Prada (below right), and Oscar de la Renta (second row) shows.




Prada's reappearing element, which appeared in multiple looks throughout the show, was a boxy embroidered pattern piece. It appeared in skirts, tops, and most often, jackets.



The Alexander McQueen show used very detailed patterns which made each look more complex and interesting.


Valentino used large florals in ladylike dresses and in lace looks.


Marc Jacobs included many patterns in his spring show. From checkered jackets, to small, floral printed skirts, this show had a strong hold on the season's brilliant patterns.


Dries Van Noten's patterns were beautiful prints, more like landscape images than patterns. The show also managed to craft different patterns and images together.



Oscar de la Renta had many big prints scattered among the colorful show. The floral looks were very elegant and often flowing, rather than boxy.




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