Summer Fashion Craving: Sweet Floral Prints from Gap

When it comes to flowers, is there anything not to love? A floral dress, shoe or accessory is remarkably versatile for a print. Combine a floral skirt with a striped top, and you’ve got quirky cool. Worn with a blue jean jacket, a simple tee and flats, the same skirt is so classic summer casual.

The lesson here? Florals are your friend. And these mini-floral pieces from Gap, well, consider them your besties. So go ahead and give in to the lure of the sun-washed hues and feminine blooms in these Gap pieces. I’ll gladly share my floral-print summer love with you.

Listed clockwise from the top left:

1. Floral Roll-Up Shirt in Pink, Gap (gap.com): This fitted button-up in rosy floral hits laid-back pretty square on the mark. For a devil-may-care summer vibe, pair it with well-worn, rolled-up jean cutoffs and strappy flats. In the fall, just add a pair of boyfriend jeans, a cozy cardigan and suede booties. Don’t you simply heart a top for all seasons?

2. Pleated Floral Skirt in Blue, Gap (gap.com): Oh, how I just adore a skirt with pockets. And the flirty flounce? Le sigh. The fluttery flow is more forgiving than you might imagine. When you top it off with a fitted tee—tucked into your skirt to emphasize your waistline and to show off the fun bow detail—you will, indeed, achieve summer style perfection.

3. Floral Empire Tank Dress, Gap (gap.com): For any figure flaws, the empire dress is a girl’s best friend. This mini-floral, melon-hued cutie is so romantic and retro, don’t you think? Plain and simple, this fanciful dress was made for a turn on the dance floor at outdoor weddings and summer fêtes.

4. Reversible Market Tote in Purple Jewel, Gap (gap.com): This super-soft, shoulder-friendly cotton bag features iris-colored flowers on one side and white-on-green blooms on the other. Two sweet totes for $15? That’s what I call an irresistible summer special. This bag is perfect for quick trips to the farmer’s market or days spent lounging along the shoreline. But I’m pretty sure that I would take mine just about anywhere, turning it inside out and back again as whim dictated.

5. Light Patchwork Floral Scarf in Fall Navy, Gap (gap.com): While I relish the arrival of summer, I do mourn the loss of my favorite scarves, which I typically stow away in the closet until the first hint of autumn. With this super-airy patchwork number, I will no longer suffer scarf separation anxiety.

6. Design Editions Floral Bow Wedge Sandals, Gap (gap.com): Goodness gracious these wedges are adorable. The oversized bow, which is kissed with a subdued mini-floral print, is remarkably playful and feminine. And the nude-colored straps and wedge soles? So on trend and so very flattering—we’re talking amazingly long-looking legs here, ladies! These sandals are begging for attention, so prepare for the compliment onslaught that is sure to ensue.