DC is approaching full cherry blossom mania, and the themed offerings go beyond National Cherry Blossom Festival keychains and Christmas ornaments. Cherry Blossom is a fully-fledged print now. That said, there is a fine line between “inspired by cherry blossoms” and “dressed like a cherry blossom.” Here’s nine picks from us that fall on the right side of that line.
This shift dress is a perfect hello to springtime, flowery but not too saccharine. Cherry Blossom Floral Dress, $65 at Ruche.
This waterfall front jacket, and the skirt below, are a sophisticated, painterly take on the blossom print. Uttam Boutique Cherry Blossom Print Waterfall Jacket, $78 at House of Fraser.
Uttam Boutique Cherry Blossom Print Pleated Midi Skirt With Belt, $71 at House of Fraser.
A party shoe that subtly nods to the season. ASOS High Flyer Sandals, $77 at ASOS.
Headed to this year’s Pink Tie kickoff party? You deserve to sleep in silk. Morgan Lane Short Sleeved Pajama Set, $375 at Moda Operandi.
This vintage-inspired foldaway tote from the classic British brand Cath Kidston makes grocery-shopping a little more cheerful. Blossom Bunch Shopper $13 at Cath Kidston.
Training for the Cherry Blossom Ten-Miler? These moisture-wicking performance leggings can help. Cherry Blossom Capris, $75 at Spring.
Wear these for morning walks around the Tidal Basin, before the crowds show up. Nike Roshe Run Sneakers in Pure Platinum, $85 at Nordstrom.
Why should women corner the market on blossoms? Nike SB Icon Cherry Blossom Men’s Pullover, $65 at Nike.
Amanda has contributed to Washingtonian since 2016. She has written about the right-wing media personality Britt McHenry, chronicled her night with Stormy Daniels, and come clean about owning too much stuff. She lives on H Street. She can be reached at [email protected].
