July 14, 2008

A Tisket, a Tasket

Chelsea Flower Summer Collection

You consider yourself a stop-and-smell-the-roses type. But the thought of petticoats and frilly flower baskets makes you want to send a bouquet of weeds.

Check out Chelsea Flower’s new collection instead.

Tops and dresses have charming ruffles and layers in unexpected places. The mini collections are themed for everything from The Great Gatsby to Alice in Wonderland.

Pair the off-the-shoulder top or violet cascading ruffle tank with rougher stuff or sweet little accessories. Look out for beading, patterns, and pin-tuck details reminiscent of flowers in bloom.

Looks like everything is coming up roses.

Available at Luna, 3167 Peachtree Road, Buckhead (404-233-5344); Wild Seed Boutique, 225 East Ponce de Leon Avenue, suite 130, Decatur (404-371-9453).