“I must have flowers, always and always.”

—-Claude Monet

These artists and their demands.

One example. Monet took up with Alice Hoschedé, the wife of his greatest patron. Brought her and her children into his house while his own wife Camille was still alive. Time passed, Camille passed, and Claude and Alice continued to maintain what the gossips called an “artistic household.”

Complicated.

And yet. Just outside their front door, Monet’s exuberant garden—the Clos Normand—provided flowers and inspiration in abundance. Beauty, art, and intrigue endlessly intertwined.

Surrounding yourself with flowers suddenly sounds like a spectacular idea.

Start with this skirt.

The Always and Always Floral Skirt (No. 5588). Lush floral print on navy, accented by narrow, whimsical black lace. Classic fit and flare with wide, black, elasticized waistband. Knee-length. Substantial fabric feels like it’s of the 19th-century and thoroughly modern at once. Looks smashing with our exquisite silk Scalloped Edge Blazer over a simple white tank. 97% Polyester, 3% Spandex. Fully lined in nude. Imported.

Pairs well with The Scalloped Edge Silk Blazer (No. 5684).

• Fabric Content: 97% Polyester 3 % Spandex.
• Care Instructions: Dry Clean Only.