For the summer, Blake Lively has chosen floral outfits to enhance her promotion of “It Ends With Us.”
The fashion choices draw inspiration from her character, Lily Bloom, who runs a flower shop.
Her standout moment was an archival Versace piece famously worn by Britney Spears in 2002.
Blake Lively: A Fashion Icon Embodying Her Characters
While Blake Lively is celebrated for her prominent career in film, her fashion choices often attract considerable attention. Known for cultivating themed looks that resonate with the characters she portrays, these moments frequently become highlights of her public appearances.
Lively shines at events like the Met Gala, effortlessly interpreting and adhering to the dress codes while placing emphasis on high-end fashion in all of her ensembles.
The Art of Method Dressing
Lively has a penchant for method dressing — wearing outfits that pay tribute to the roles she plays during promotional tours. A notable example from 2018 was when she donned whimsical suits while promoting ”A Simple Favor.” Other celebrities have followed suit; Zendaya showcased similar inspirations during promotions for both “Challengers” and “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” while Margot Robbie turned heads with chic outfits centered around “Barbie” throughout 2023.
“It Ends With Us”: Floral Inspirations Galore
Lately, as part of promoting “It Ends With Us,” an adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel, Lively channels the essence of Lily Bloom – a character intertwined deeply with flowers and nature. The film is set to hit theaters on August 9th this year.
In celebration leading up to its release, she’s adorned herself in various flower-themed ensembles. Here’s a rundown assessing some noteworthy looks so far ranked from least impressive to most stylish:
A Mixed Bag: Polka Dots Meet Florals
Lively’s ensemble by Christopher John Rogers featured an eye-catching polka-dot top cascading downwards paired with floral cargo trousers and an accompanying jacket. Each piece shone individually; however together they created overwhelming visual clutter.
A Bold Contrast: Versace Vibes Too Stark?
This head-to-toe Versace attire showcased an alluring short red dress embellished with florals matched bizarrely with sheer yellow tights and vibrant red footwear. While stunning initially as standalone pieces together they clashed too harshly making it less effective overall!
In a recent update on Instagram, Olivia Z. Cheng, the creative mind behind Dauphinette, shared that the stunning floral-adorned leather jacket and shorts worn by Blake Lively were sourced from her private collection.
This outfit beautifully married playful floral patterns with the audacious flair of leather.
Blake Lively Dazzles in Floral Attire at Book Bonanza on June 14
Lively shared the stage with bestselling author Colleen Hoover at the Texas event, Book Bonanza, on June 14.
She dazzled attendees in a semi-transparent black dress crafted by Balmain. The gown featured strategic buttons down its center, left partially open to reveal a stylish black bralette underneath.
The exquisite floral embroidery gracing the bottom half of the dress added an enchanting contrast to its risqué essence.
Chanel Suit with No Shirt: A Bold Statement on June 10
Lively made an entrance at Chanel's Tribeca Festival Artists Dinner wearing a striking floral ensemble from their latest line.
The tailored jacket and wide-legged trousers boasted an array of multicolored blooms accented by prim branding from Chanel itself—clearly embodying chic playfulness.
This Monday, Blake Lively turned heads in a captivating two-piece set adorned with blooms. The star combined Dauphinette's chic $140 Olive tank top, featuring intricate floral patterns against a black background, with a remarkable skirt plucked from Cheng's personal collection.
The midi-length, high-waisted skirt closely followed her silhouette while also showcasing elegant floral appliqués.
Lively’s Dazzling Floral Monochrome Look
A few days earlier, as she ambled through NYC, Lively displayed an exquisite pairing of light-blue apparel and deep-blue Chanel trousers. Her short-sleeve blouse dazzled with shimmering white flower elements while her trousers were completely enveloped in vibrant blue floral motifs.
Adding to this stylish arrangement were blue Christian Louboutin heels and a silver clutch shaped like a flower from Chanel that completed her sophisticated look.
An Elegant Ball Gown for the Copenhagen Premiere of "It Ends With Us"