Butterfly Prints Are Back in Fashion

Everything old is new again. Especially when it comes to fashion. First, the 80s came roaring back on runways. Followed by the 90s. Now the early aughts are trending. So we aren’t at all surprised to see butterfly prints popping up everywhere. For Spring 2022, Blumarine’s collection is dripping in Y2K nostalgia. Fortunately, the label put a fresh spin on many of the decade’s archetypes. Other brands got in on the action. Alberta Ferretti offered a sophisticated upgrade with everything from a butterfly-topped jumpsuit to a monarch-inspired long cami. The “retro” patterns can be found on dresses, jeans, blouses and footwear. There are even quite a few accessories. We’re talking bucket hats, scarves, jewelry, etc. Although we advise not overdoing it. If you’re flaunting the insects up top, skip them below to avoid an infestation. Designer pieces are certainly not cheap. (See the cool cami we mentioned previously.) But they’re definitely worth it. But if your budget is tight, you can find plenty of affordable alternatives. You can favor classic colorful patterns that feature actual butterflies. Or embrace more abstract prints that aren’t obvious nods to the beloved creatures. Ready to add butterfly prints back into your wardrobe? Then scroll down to see the best items for spring.

Butterfly Prints 2022 Update

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Blumarine Cache-Coeur in Printed Tulle, $595 at Blumarine
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Lisa Says Gah Christy Slip Dress in Mariposa Black, $168 at Lisa Says Gah
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Alberta Ferretti Butterfly Print Draped Cami, $1,595 at Saks
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Ermanno Ermanno Butterfly-Print High-Waisted Trousers, $297 at Farfetch
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Brandon Maxwell Classic Butterfly Satin Pumps, $890 at Saks
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Bershka Butterfly Print Off-the-Shoulder Blouse, $39.90 at Bershka
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h:ours Inez Midi Dress, $228 at Revolve
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& Other Stories Floral Print Scarf, $49 at & Other Stories
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Lanvin Butterfly Print Blouse, $847.80 at Cettire
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Jaded London Butterfly-Print Mid-Rise Jeans, $74 at Selfridges
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Juliet Johnstone Pink Butterfly Bucket Hat, $160 at SSENSE
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FP Movement The Way Home Printed Shorts in Butterfly Combo, $50 at Free People
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Sophia Webster Butterfly Slingback Pumps, $450 at Farfetch
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Bershka Mini Dress With Straps and a Butterfly Print, $29.90 at Bershka