# Sophisticated Floral Shoots Lucky Magazine April 2012 Focuses on Well-Tailored Prints By Rebecca Byers | Published 2012-03-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucky-magazine-april-2012 References: [fashionscansremastered.net](http://fashionscansremastered.net/2012/03/06/ka-bloom-lucky-magazine-april-2012/) & [luckymag](http://www.luckymag.com/) The 'Ka-Bloom!' editorial in the Lucky Magazine April 2012 issue is a delightful ode to the sophisticated and powerful [floral prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blossom-time-collection) that are a huge spring/summer trend. The shoot focuses on [tailored floral looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lilly-reserve-collection) that ensure one does not get lost in heaps of boldly patterned material. Dresses, a suit and a skirt-and-top combination are all practical and eye-catching applications of the style. Ka-Bloom! was captured by photographer David Oldham and styled by Eleanor Strauss, who chose to accessorize the loud prints with [tough platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petals-pearls), red sunglasses, similarly patterned clutches and striped garments, like a vertically striped sweater. The Lucky Magazine April 2012 issue features The O.C. veteran and Hart of Dixie star Rachel Bilson on the cover. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sophisticated Floral Prints:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create tailored floral looks that stand out among bold patterns. - **Eye-catching Accessorizing:** Chance for accessory designers to capitalize on tough platforms, red sunglasses, patterned clutches, and striped garments. - **Pattern Mixing:** Potential for designers to experiment with mixing different patterns, such as floral prints and stripes, for unique and stylish looks. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can incorporate sophisticated floral prints into their collections. - **Accessories:** Accessory designers can create eye-catching pieces to complement bold floral prints. - **Design:** Designers can explore new possibilities of pattern mixing for innovative fashion creations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Textured Floral Design Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-society.md) - [Feminine Spring Apparel Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/femininity-in-bloom.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Playful Spring-Forward Statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-charm-collection.md) - [Floral-Imbued Fashion Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-of-yves-saint-laurent.md) - [Print-Forward Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lilly-reserve-collection.md) - [Spring-Forward Floral Design Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blossom-time-collection.md) - [Practical Floral-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floral-sneakers1.md) - [Transitional Spring Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splendid-srping-2025.md)