black dress with ruffles on bottom Lou Lou Ruffle Hand Wash Cold Riles Black Strapless Ruffle Maxi

Pleated skirt mini dress

The unique square neckline and short sleeves add a modern twist to the classic knee-length silhouette

Black heeled sandals or pointed-toe heels peek out from under the wide-leg hem, and a black mini bag or clutch keeps the look sleek

Adding a final dash of vintage feminine vibe to this black and white casual dress, a tiny spotted bow draws attention to the center of the neckline

But sunflowers were marketed to the mainstream market too, and designers tacked them onto just about every item of clothing imaginable from maxi skirts (like the one I thrifted above) to jumpers, tops, shorts, bags, accessories and hats (with oversized sunflower appliques a la 90s fashion icon Blossom )