V A is a long standing and recognised digital creative; her voice resonates with many. In the last ten years, the site has developed into an online destination for fashion, beauty and lifestyle advice. Her sense of style, editorial flair and practical counsel offers an inspired and graceful approach to living.

V A is a long standing and recognised digital creative; her voice resonates with many. In the last ten years, the site has developed into an online destination for fashion, beauty and lifestyle advice. Her sense of style, editorial flair and practical counsel offers an inspired and graceful approach to living.

Edit by: Vicki
Apr 25, 2019

When Floral (Appliqué)Takes Your Fancy

Floral Fancy on vickiarcher.com


Appliqué, there’s an old idea.

I seem to remember my mother talking about this technique, as she was excellent with a sewing machine.


I adore flowers but struggle with excessive floral patterns when it comes to clothing. Admire it on others? Yes. Wear it myself? Infrequently. The summer months find me in a more adventurous spirit but generally, patterns and floral are not my regular go-to.


As I often do in the mornings, I search out new designers and fashion ideas to discuss here – today I intended to start talking about all things weddings and what to wear. My daughter is getting married next year so it is on my mind but instead; I stumbled upon a fabulous designer who has mastered the art of appliqué in a way I love. This skirt must be mine. The whimsy of the flowers is the perfect amount of floral for me, right about now and I could wear this with a very simple black or white tee and 3/4 coat if need be.


The wedding chat can wait and maybe even this dress could be an option for a pre-wedding party. The dinner before the dinner before, I am thinking. It would look equally good dressed up or down.



Was appliqué reserved for children’s clothing back in the day?

I can’t remember but it is a pretty addition to the wardrobe and one of those that can be enough without being too much. Know what I mean? xv




This Floral Appliqué Takes My Fancy

paskal a-line skirt  ||  paskal fit and flare dress ||  bronx and banco midi dress ||  paskal lazer cut flower coat 


if you love appliqué 

applique mesh evening dress  ||  houndstooth chanel style tweed coat   ||  ted baker appliqué tee in white  ||  in black




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