A captivating new trend is taking over the red carpet, and if you’ve been keeping up, you already know what it is – the 3D floral appliqué dress trend!
Although it debuted last year, it’s quickly gaining popularity this year. Perhaps it’s due to the upcoming spring season, and everyone is eager to embrace the warmer weather.
It’s fascinating to see which celebrities have already embraced this trend. Here are a few to keep an eye on:
1. Blake Lively Stuns in Bright Red Floral Dress
If Blake Lively is wearing it, the trend must be real! The former Gossip Girl actress wore a stunning Michael Kors Spring 2016 dress fully bedecked with fabric poppies.
She teamed this up with a pair of Christian Louboutin studded “Pigalle” pumps, some Michael Kors “Kendall II” sunglasses in silver and a Chanel boy bag.
Blake Lively made a bold fashion statement in a striking bright red dress embroidered with delicate flowers from Michael Kors’ celebrated Spring 2016 collection while leaving her hotel in New York on February 17, 2016
2. Naomie Harris Rocks White Floral Dress
Naomie Harris paired the elegant gown with strappy silver stilettos and large earrings at the ‘Spectre’ Tokyo photocall held at Yurakucho Marion in Japan on November 30, 2015
Last year, the Pirates of the Caribbean actress looked like a walking garden in this Alexander McQueen Resort 2016 strapless dress she wore with Giuseppe Zanotti sling-back sandals.
Naomie Harris looked absolutely elegant in a stunning white strapless dress adorned with intricate floral embellishments
This dress looks like it has been rolled in a bed of roses, and Naomi wore it like a flower queen!
Styled with metallic ankle-strap sandals, the 3D tulle added a princess-like effect to Naomie Harris’s overall look
3. Cate Blanchett Wears Seafoam Armani Prive Gown
The 46-year-old Benjamin Button actress showed everyone what it’s like to wear an appliqué dress on the red carpet in this stunning aquamarine Armani Prive gown.
Her decision to accessorize Tiffany and Co. jewelry took the entire outfit to the next level.
Cate Blanchett donned a floor-length Armani Prive gown, adorned with shimmering crystals and delicate pink and teal flowers, at the 88th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in California on February 28, 2016
4. Amber Heard Stuns in Crimson Floor-Length Dress
Amber Heard looked absolutely stunning in a crimson floor-length dress, complete with a textured neckline and sheer overlay
The 29-year-old London Fields actress was a vision in this crimson tulle Gucci dress adorned with various red flowers on the neckline.
Elegant without being overstated, the floral collar gave this look a feminine and memorable flair. How do you like her magnificent Gucci gown featuring delicate layers of pink tulle and exquisite floral embellishments?
Amber Heard’s elegant and classic Hollywood style was further accentuated by the deep red lipstick at the 73rd Annual Golden Globe Awards in Los Angeles on January 10, 2016
5. Georgina Chapman Stuns in Flower-Embellished Tulle Gown
Harvey Weinstein and Georgina Chapman arrive at the Vanity Fair Party following the 88th Academy Awards at The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills Sunday evening, February 28, 2016
The actress-slash-fashion designer graced the red carpet in this flower-embellished tulle Marchesa dress that took romanticism to the next level.
Soft pink and white flowers cascade down the full skirt and sheer sleeves, leaving a graceful and old-fashioned impression.
Georgina Chapman, a talented actress and fashion designer, made a stunning appearance on the red carpet wearing a breathtaking flower-embellished tulle gown that elevated romanticism to a new level
6. Emma Roberts Wears a Unique Yanina Gown
Emma Roberts wearing a Yanina Couture dress, Dsquared2 shoes, a Kotur clutch, and Martin Katz jewels at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party 2016 held at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles on February 28, 2016
At first glance, it looks like there are soot sprites on her Yanina Spring 2016 tulle gown, but if you take a closer look, these are rosettes.
You can’t see them under her white dress, but she wore the Dsquared “Riri” sandals and accessorized with the Kotur Margo peony ruffles clutch.
Giannandrea, the International Creative Director for Macadamia Professional, was responsible for styling Emma Roberts’ beautiful look at the Vanity Fair Oscar 2016 Party in Los Angeles
7. Maisie Williams Stuns in Preen Dress and Bold Accessories
Maisie Williams stunned in a black floral appliqué and lace embroidered belted halter dress with cut-out details
The Game of Thrones actress managed to look grown up while still overflowing with youthful charm in this fresh Preen Fall 2015 floral appliqué dress that she wore with yellow sandals.
Maisie Williams with side-parted light waves in a Preen dress at the InStyle EE Rising Star Award in London on February 4, 2016
8. Kate Bosworth Turns Heads in Lavender Ralph & Russo Gown
Kate Bosworth looked stunning in a beautiful off-the-shoulder gown with delicate petal trimming in a lovely shade of lavender
We still can’t decide whether we like the floral embellishments on this Ralph & Russo Spring 2016 haute couture gown. Regardless, the actress looked elegant in the slim-fitting gown with feather boa-like flowers at the neck and shoulders.
Kate Bosworth styled her hair in a sleek bun with a side-swept bang and opted for a colored lip at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party 2016 held at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles on February 28, 2016
9. Giuliana Rancic Turns Heads in Black Gauri and Nainika Dress
Giuliana Rancic strutted down the red carpet in a black Gauri and Nainika flared dress
How adorable does the Fashion Police host wear this Gauri and Nainika tea-length dress?
Giuliana Rancic with a chic new blunt bob hairstyle at the 22nd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Expo Hall in Los Angeles on January 30, 2016
10. Elisabeth Moss Turns Heads in Oscar de la Renta Gown
Elisabeth Moss made a dazzling appearance in a stunning Oscar de la Renta Resort 2016 gown adorned with breathtaking floral appliques
Tiny, colorful flowers cascaded down Elisabeth’s Oscar de la Renta dress, making her look fit for an Easter brunch. While the fit of this halter dress is flattering on the actress, we can’t help but feel the color combination is a bit tacky.
Elisabeth Moss made a stunning appearance in a beautiful white Oscar de la Renta gown with intricate floral details at the 2015 Tony Awards held at Radio Music City Hall in New York City on June 08, 2015
11. Fan Bingbing Stuns in Marchesa Gown With Crystal Bouquet Headpiece
Fan Bingbing donned an exquisite Marchesa Spring 2015 dusty grey tulle gown that featured billowing sleeves and delicate pastel multi-colored feathers
The Chinese actress was a show-stopper in this Marchesa Spring 2015 gown overflowing with tulle and flowers.
Embracing ethereal, garden fairy vibes, this gorgeous actress threatened flower power overkill by weaving some petals in her hair. Somehow though, she made the look come together with grace.
Fan Bingbing flaunts her crystal bouquet headpiece at the premiere of Mad Max: Fury Road at the 68th Annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals in Cannes, France, on May 14, 2015
The 3D floral appliqué dress trend is an excellent alternative to the usual floral-printed dress. And what better time to give it a go than spring just around the corner!
Here are some dresses from Farfetch to get you started:
1. Giamba Flower Applique Dress, $2,215.50
2. Dolce & Gabbana Embellished Daisy Dress, $25,500.00
3. Oscar de la Renta Off-Shoulder Embellished Gown, $11,763.75
4. Giamba Flower Applique Pleated Dress, $1,220.24
5. Emanuel Ungaro Applique Flower Mini Dress, $2,069.35
6. Giamba Floral Lace Trim Dress, $1,486.27
7. Antonio Marras Rialto Dress, $2,150.28
What do you think of this trend? Is this something you’d like to try as well?