And there were also the evening looks often embellished with cascades of flowers or ruffles in stunning vibrant colors.

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By the 19th century hats had become a larger than life fashion accessory often decorated with ribbons, flowers and feathers.

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Solner, a homemaker who grew up on a farm in Wisconsin and enjoys gardening, has several skylit indoor gardens she enjoys tending, often filling them with tropical plants and flowers.

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And yes, with the birds, flowers and warmth also comes a sense of optimism that often inspires us to get our proverbial house in order.

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