2017 Trend Forecast: Botanica
The velvet soft texture of petals is reimagined in lush fabrics and soft shapes, in a vibrant trend set to softly but not subtly take on interiors
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Vera Klein Styling John Mangila
Engaging historical influences, such as botanical specimen charts and the rich paintings of old-world masters, then reinvigorating them with saturated colour and modern printing techniques, sees florals heading in a vibrant, overscaled direction. Jewel-like colours in shades of cobalt, magenta, aquamarine, coral and gold are the anchoring hues and are accented with cool pastels to deliver a romantically robust statement. The velvet-soft texture of flower petals is reimagined in the choice of lush velvet, silk and embroidered fabrics.