Prairie Meets the Runway

The breathable knits are as versatile as they are stylish, seamlessly pairing with your favourite jeans or any of the flowy skirts that define the season’s nostalgic yet modern prairie aesthetic.

Prairie fashion is having a romantic revival this summer, with a modern twist on one of the '80s' most iconic trends. Originally popularised by British heritage brand Laura Ashley and often seen on Princess Diana, prairie dresses with dainty floral motifs captured the essence of countryside charm and vintage femininity. Today, designers like Chloé, Miu Miu, and Prada are reinterpreting the look by trading puff sleeves and Peter Pan collars for cleaner lines and pastel tones in tune with spring 2025’s colour palette. The result? Effortless, breathable silhouettes perfect for summer days. Think airy cotton dresses with smocked or corset-style waists and full midi skirts that catch the breeze beautifully, paired with understated leather sandals. Broderie anglaise-trimmed camisoles and sleeveless tops offer a fresh, lightweight option for sun-drenched afternoons. Gauzy, white dresses reminiscent of vintage lingerie bring soft elegance to both beach vacations and everyday errands. For elevated basics, cotton pointelle tops, tanks, and cardigans strike the perfect balance between casual and refined.

Look 1:

FENDI, Geometric Skirt Dress, Rs 6,20,569

Le Silla, Gilda 110mm Pumps, Rs 1,67,506

CHANEL pre-owned, 2016 Newspaper Double Flap Shoulder Bag, Rs 36,74,661

Dries Van Noten, Twist Earrings, Rs 68,840

Zadig & Voltaire, Zadig Link Heart Bracelet, Rs 14,131

Look 2:

Macgraw, Prairie Embroidered Dress, Rs 1,12,232

Jennifer Behr, Aegean Earrings, Rs 68,353

Jimmy Choo, 95mm Isa Embellished Pumps, Rs 1,65,405

CHANEL pre-owned, 2006-2008 Ice Cube CC Logo Chain Shoulder Bag, Rs 27,20,442

Coach, Letter-Charm Bracelet, Rs 17,987

Look 3:

La DoubleJ, Roy Maxi Dress, Rs 1,39,205

Valentino Garavani, Chez Cherryfic Earrings, Rs 59,112

Amina Muaddi, Begum 90mm Slingback Pumps, Rs 1,48,980

CHANEL Pre-Owned, Mini Flap accordion jewellery box

Justine Clenquet, Sinead Bracelet, Rs 26,470

Look 4:

Self-Portrait, Cotton Dress, Rs 54,995

Versace, Medusa Head Thread Earrings, Rs 58,764

Aquazzura, Gatsby 105mm Crystal-Embellished Pumps, Rs 1,45,971

Valentino Garavani, Vain Clutch Bag, Rs 2,65,552

Roxanne Assoulin, Twisted Double-Layer Bracelet, Rs 26,298

Look 5:

Claudie Pierlot, Cotton Dress, Rs 40,091

Valentino Garavani, VLogo Signature Pearl Earrings, Rs 59,106

Amina Muaddi, 90mm Camelia Slingback Pumps, Rs 1,43,226

Valentino Garavani, Rockstud Clutch, Rs 1,27,636

Dolce & Gabbana, Engraved Logo Bracelet, Rs 1,15,214