Forget Florals, This Summer It's All About the Cherry Print

Summer, and its much-needed warmer weather, is almost here. But before you break out all your floral clothes, consider a cherry print as a way to freshen up the season's wardrobe. I know it's a fruit pattern, but I promise you won't end up looking like a walking picnic.

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The cheerful, '90s-inspired design first started popping up back in February – it was featured on a lingerie set of J. Crew's newest intimates collection – and one month later, cool-girl brand HVN partnered with Champion for a collection that included a cherry-print sweater, shorts, and bucket hat.

> J. Crew’s cherry-printed set on the left, and an outfit from HVN’s collab with Champion on the right.

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SHOP NOW Cherry Hoodie Sweatshirt, CHAMPION X HVN (Available at Urban Outfitters), $80

Now cherries are everywhere, seen on shoes, jewelry, bags, and even tech and home accessories. Read on for all the different ways to shop the trend.

If you want to add a fun print to an all-white summer outfit, consider these shoes. The sneakers are great for giving off retro vibes while running errands, and the cherries on the loafers and sandals take a casual shirt and denim ensemble to a whole new level.

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For a subtle look, there's a bunch of dainty, gold jewelry you can add to your collection. You can layer the pieces with other jewelry or wear them on their own so that the cherries stand out more.

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Whether you want a beachy straw envelope clutch or a more '90s-era transparent tote, there's so many ways to accessorize with the fruit that will work with your unique style.

Not a fan of wearing it? Fine. But how about an adorable cherry-shaped light that will instantly make any wall the focal point of your apartment? And if that lighting isn't for you, there are also mats, pillows and iPhone cases that can incorporate the print into your home.

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If you can't get enough of the pattern, the good news is that it's available in pretty much every form of clothing: shorts, dresses, bathing suits, rompers, t-shirts, tanks – you name it.

I'm deeming this summer the season that cherries replaced florals as the most popular pattern – and now, I'm really craving a bowl of them. Happy shopping, everyone!