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Flower Power means ‘Style Not Age’ dig out their florals

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Monday, 24 February 2020 / Published in Home, News, Style & Beauty

Flower Power means ‘Style Not Age’ dig out their florals

I chose ‘Flower Power’ as this month’s ‘Style Not Age’ challenge. WHY? Because the shops are full of floral patterns on tops, jackets, skirts and dresses. You could say that floral prints are having a moment. In truth, they have been back on trend for a few years now.

But where did the term ‘Flower Power’ begin? Usually we associate it with the late ‘60s and early ‘70s fashion. But did you know that it was actually a slogan used as a symbol of passive resistance and non-violence ideology.

The expression was coined by the American poet Allen Ginsberg in 1965 as a means to transform war protests into peaceful affirmative spectacles. Peace-loving hippies embraced the symbolism by dressing in colourful clothes with floral patterns or embroidered flowers. They also distributed flowers to the public as a sign of peaceful protest.

Embroidery is also very much in vogue again in the fashion arena, so if you want to update an item of clothing, you know what to do.

WELCOME BACK GAIL

We have a new addition to our ‘Style Not Age’ gang. Well, not new exactly; Gail was one of the original ladies in the 5-Over-50 group and had to take a break for work reasons.  But she returns now to our ‘new’ group, much to our delight. So, four becomes five.

Gail (Is This Mutton)

is this mutton flower power

Gail is feeling rather blue. It must be the weather! Would you believe that her jacket and top are not from the same label? And where did she find those amazing boots? All will be revealed in her post on Is This Mutton. Head over there.

Anna (Anna’s Island Style)

annas island style flower power

Anna is also blue and even found the perfect background to showcase her outfit. The dress and white boots are so ’70s-inspired. Head over to annasislandstyle to find out more.

Emma (The Style Splash)

Emma looks very dramatic, even femme fatale, in her black-based dress with large pink flowers. The  pink faux-fur wrap and black hat add to the mystery. More details over on the Style Splash.

Jacqui (Mummabstylish)

mummabstylish flower power

How pretty and girly does Jacqui look in her floral dress and I love how she accentuates the tiny pink flowers with her pink accessories. You will have to head over to her post on mummabstylish to find out more.

MY OUTFIT

I have had a real problem getting photos taken for this challenge. I did take some in Kilkea Castle last weekend, but we were in the middle of Storm Dennis, so I look windswept and frozen outside.

The dress is a few years old from Zara and has a bit of a ‘70s vibe. I love the frill detail around the shoulder as well as the print. I paired it with wide boots from M&S (last year). When outside, I added a faux-fur gilet (years old from French Connection) and a yellow bag which was a recent sale purchase from Parfois.

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And the photos taken indoors do not show you the colours in the dress.

So, I took some more photos over the weekend which give you a better idea of the print.

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Are you a lover of floral prints?  Maybe we have given you some inspiration to either dig out your florals or go looking for some in the shops.

 

Tagged under: 70sstyle, Anna's Island Style, florals, is this mutton, Kilkea Castle, M&S, mummabstylish, Parfois, style not age, stylenotagechallenge, the style splash

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18 Comments to “ Flower Power means ‘Style Not Age’ dig out their florals”

  1. Emma Peach says :Reply
    February 24, 2020 at 1:26 pm

    Fabulous dress Hilda! I love the patterned tights and faux fur gilet! I discovered Parfois in Madeira – I didn’t know they had shops in Ireland too.

    Emma xxx
    http://www.style-splash.com

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      February 25, 2020 at 9:53 am

      Thanks Emma .Yes they have several outlets and Parfois is popular here for affordable accessories. xx

    2. Phyllis Lerner says :Reply
      February 25, 2020 at 7:11 pm

      I usually wear solids but I do love florals in the spring. Such a terrific group of women with amazing style! I love all these options. 🌺

      1. Hilda says :Reply
        February 26, 2020 at 10:30 pm

        Thanks Phyllis xxx

  2. Nancy says :Reply
    February 24, 2020 at 5:18 pm

    I like your styling a lot! I love that you often wear different styles.

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      February 25, 2020 at 9:52 am

      Thanks Nancy. I am trying not to get stuck in a style rut!

  3. Gail says :Reply
    February 24, 2020 at 5:44 pm

    Thanks for the warm welcome back Hilda! I love seeing all the different interpretations. Love your 70s vibe, and I’d actually forgotten that Flower Power also had a political message! Your styling brings the 70s bang up to date with some contemporary touches.

  4. Jacqui Berry says :Reply
    February 24, 2020 at 11:04 pm

    I love this look on you Hilda, you look young and very trendy. Your boots really make the outfit and I’m wanting a similar pair! Great challenge my friend and god call. x

  5. Hilda says :Reply
    February 25, 2020 at 9:50 am

    Thanks Jacqui. Try M&S. They might do a similiar pair next year if they all gone.

  6. Sherri Preston says :Reply
    February 25, 2020 at 1:42 pm

    I love your whole look, the dress is great, I always underestimate what you can find at Zara’s, also love Emma’s scarf!!! I do like floral prints although they don’t always like me but you have given me new inspiration…

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      February 25, 2020 at 3:15 pm

      Sherri thank you so much for reading and commenting. Yes Emma’s faux fur scarf is fab xx

  7. Anna Parkes says :Reply
    February 25, 2020 at 7:45 pm

    This is a perfect rendition of flower power Hilda! I particularly love the furry gilet over your mini dress – it’s so very 60’s! Didn’t we have fun with this one xxx

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      February 26, 2020 at 10:30 pm

      We certainly did. Thanks Anna. xx

  8. Rosemary says :Reply
    February 26, 2020 at 12:25 am

    I love 💕 the vibe of your floral dress!
    Very “Mod”:with your boots!

    Rosemary

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      February 26, 2020 at 10:29 pm

      Thanks Rosemary xxx

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    February 27, 2020 at 3:21 pm

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  10. Laurie says :Reply
    March 1, 2020 at 11:06 pm

    All of you looking great here Hilda. I love the 70’s vibe that your outfit has

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      March 2, 2020 at 10:09 am

      Thanks Laurie. I am in love with it myself. I reckon I will get a lot of wear out of it. It was the boots that made the difference. It has been sitting unworn in my wardrobe for years…

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