お花見 (o Hanami) means flowering viewing in Japanese, which people gather and have picnics under a blooming 桜 (Sakura / cherry blossom) tree or 梅 (Ume) tree.
During 奈良時代 (Nara Period), people admired ume blossoms. However, by 平安時代 (Heian Period), sakura blossoms started attracting more attentions in Japan. It was originally limited to the royalties and the Imperial Court, but by 江戸時代 (Edo Period), it became a custom that common people enjoy as well.
The parties usually take places at 公園 (parks), お寺 (temples) and 神社 (shrines). (Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan) Families and friends get together to appreciate the beauty of cherry blossom and to relax. Under sakura trees, people enjoy お弁当 (o Bentoo / lunch box) and お酒 (o Sake).
However, how should girls dress up for お花見? With the blossoms being so beautiful, you still want to attract some attentions and also you should match your outfit with the blooming background as well.
No. 1 :
Since spring just arrived in Ontario, you should still keep yourself warm. Thus, a simple combination of loosely knit and jeans would be perfect for the viewing.
White knits is a great option: simple, warm and pure. It balances the sakura’s colours perfectly and white is the most popular colour during the 2014 springtime.
If you think jeans can be too flat, pick a pair of dark skinny floral or paisley pants as it’s still trendy this year. With dark pants, you can stand out from the background while you won’t worry too much about getting dirty.
You can add another layer by wearing a trench coat to keep you warm, or a cold-tone scarf.
Besides, a large-sized sparkling earrings can spice the whole outfit up and draw more attentions.
Wear ankle boots, flats with cute stockings will make a nice statement about spring. Since there’s picnic tables and benches at High Park (Toronto, Ontario), you don’t need to worry about taking your shoes off. Otherwise, nice socks and stockings are very important.
Wear ankle boots, flats with cute stockings will make a nice statement about spring. Since there’s picnic tables and benches at High Park (Toronto, Ontario), you don’t need to worry about taking your shoes off. Otherwise, nice socks and stockings are very important.
Tips:
- choose dark-coloured pants so you don't mind them getting dirty
- match the colours of the floral-pattern on the pants with your top
- pick a soft and fashionable colour for your top
- less is more
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