Fashion Forecast’s Five: Normcore Florals

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“Normcore” is an actively proliferating term that acts as both fashion and social commentary, acknowledging the would-be casual and mediocre as a sub-style movement. Whatever the origins, the neologism sheds light on the fact that, most of the time, we’d prefer to be lumpier, disaffected versions of ourselves. For this round of May flower fashion, take it easy, bring on the basics and forget the fops, you dandies.

Work Up a Sweat

Update the gym uniform with a bold digital print, making it cleaner than your grandma’s old couch cover.

Brand: Paul&Alice

http://www.29cm.co.kr

Paul&Alice Ruffle Top, KRW 125,000

Brand: Billionaire Boys Club

www.drjays.co.kr

Billionaire Boys Club, Floral Galaxy Crew, KRW 99,000

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Sneakin’ In

Feel like you’re forever frolicking in hills that are alive … Obviously with the sound of music.

Brand: Keds x Kate

www.keds.com

Keds x Kate Spade Sneakers, USD 75

Brand: Gourmet

www.asos.com

Gourmet 35 Lite Floral Trainers, USD195

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DON’T

Put a Cap on It

Let’s not kid ourselves: Unless you were born with a high crown, lids will wilt you like a weed.

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Hand it over

For a season-less carryall, opt for flowers that are more symmetrical, namely circular ones; tropical blossoms tend to be resort-esque.

Brand: MCM

nsyou.com

MCM Paradiso Backpack, Price TBA

Brand: SKOG

http://www.29cm.co.kr

SKOG Tote, KRW 68,000

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DARE

Full Throttle

If you’ve got it, flaunt it. For pyjama-after-hours affairs, opt for a sculpted, barely tailored silhouette. For the Sir-Mixalot special, work in ratios: one part large print, two parts small and clustered and one part complementary color to turn the party out.