…summertime and the livin’ is easy…
If you saw our last post featuring some groovy styles you can recreate at Soul Flower, then you’ll love this one! Janis embodies the vibe perfectly, and we have a bunch of great threads to help you embrace your inner Janis!
Items pictured:
Electric Avenue Mudmee Pants, Candy’s Necklace, Angelic Natural Gauza Top, Scrapbook Bead Necklace, Vertizontal Stripes Blouse, Wrap Seed Bead Bracelet, Classic Woodstock Junior’s Tee, Tie Dye Cotton Headband, Tie Dye Bandana
Now that you’ve got some ideas, enter our
Soul Flower wants to help you get in touch with your inner Janis (or another unforgettable icon of the past)! Browse Soul-Flower.com and choose an item that speaks to you and evokes the spirit & energy of your favorite icon of the past. Post a comment on this blog post with link to the item and a quick explanation of why you chose it.
We’ll choose one random commenter on Monday, July 19 to WIN the item you chose. Good luck!
Now turn on some jams and get browsing! 🙂
Thanks to all who entered… We picked a winner!
Ms B
July 13, 2010 at 6:01 pm (14 years ago)The military style peace cap reminds me of my stepfather’s days in Vietnam. When he came home he wore one very similar. Evokes good memories, he made it home.
Dreama
EarthMama
July 13, 2010 at 6:02 pm (14 years ago)I love the Sage Daytripper Patch Pants…they make me think of something Grace Slick or Janis Joplin would wear. They look so comfortable and have that hand-made appeal ^_^
Amanda
July 13, 2010 at 6:11 pm (14 years ago)I think it is beautiful and colorful just like Janis Joplin. It is also versitile like Janis was. The dress takes bits of history and makes it one like Janis did. I just love this dress!
Julie
July 13, 2010 at 6:28 pm (14 years ago)This comment has been removed by the author.
Julie
July 13, 2010 at 6:29 pm (14 years ago)Maybe it’s the halter style of this dress, but the Simple Livin’ dress really reminds me of Marilyn Monroe!
shaina c
July 13, 2010 at 6:29 pm (14 years ago)the brown and orange feelin’ groovy tie-dye wrap speaks to me because its the typical tie-dye with and earthy feel to it because of the calm colors. Its trendy yet looks comfy. its a chillin wrap which i think janis would have dug and worn all the time!
Gina
July 13, 2010 at 6:33 pm (14 years ago)Reminds me of a time when things were happier and to wear this, would be sunny and happy!
kirsche
July 13, 2010 at 6:34 pm (14 years ago)I am a huge fan of Soul-flower!! I would say that my favorite
-iconic- band is Led Zeppelin. I love the album cover for the untitled #4 album (referred to as Led Zeppelin IV). There are so many clothes that remind me of that cover but I think that the Harmony Dress fits. Its colors are peaceful. That is how I see that album cover. Just a man walking along in the peace of outdoors!
Kirsche
July 13, 2010 at 6:37 pm (14 years ago)I am a huge fan of Soul-flower!! I would say that my favorite
-iconic- band is Led Zeppelin. I love the album cover for the untitled #4 album (referred to as Led Zeppelin IV). There are so many clothes that remind me of that cover but I think that the Harmony Dress fits. Its colors are peaceful. That is how I see that album cover. Just a man walking along in the peace of outdoors!
jody
July 13, 2010 at 6:45 pm (14 years ago)I have to go with the my favortie pair of pants I have ever owned…the Daytripper Patchwork Pants. They remind me of Janis Joplin and I think I may channel her when I wear them…ha ha ha. I seem to get this awesome free and fun feeling when I wear them!
Anonymous
July 13, 2010 at 6:59 pm (14 years ago)I love all of the items you have, but if I had to choose one it would be the patch work pants as they remind me of my years in the 70’s. 🙂
Dharma
July 13, 2010 at 7:14 pm (14 years ago)My inspiration is Stevie Nicks! She is still rocking and has amazing style and sass. I went to a Fleetwood Mac concert last year and was so drawn to her outfits that she changed a few times during the show. I love how her clothing flows over her body and also shows her shape. That is why I choose this dress.
Shawnee Loris
Anonymous
July 13, 2010 at 7:23 pm (14 years ago)The New Octo Bubble Tee brings back memories of growing up on the water. When the oceans were clean and life was simple.
Lauren
July 13, 2010 at 7:56 pm (14 years ago)I love the water color tie-dye skirt. It is evocative of everything I love about the sixties. It makes me think especially of Janis. Thanks for the chance to win!
chava
July 13, 2010 at 8:00 pm (14 years ago)I really love this dress, it reminds me of the Grateful Dead lyric.
Erin Curley
July 13, 2010 at 8:19 pm (14 years ago)The clay beads and the Playing in the Bandana skirt remind me of Janis’s spirit and her appearance. She was and is the hippie pin-up girl/poster love child. She loved beads and dirty red bandanas…(with or without harpoons) these threads would have allowed her to sing and play guitar freely on stage and on her many travels across the world whilst trying to fight her personal demons. Her spirit was free and pure and it lives on today in her music. “Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose”
Anonymous
July 13, 2010 at 8:37 pm (14 years ago)I’m really fond of the Mandala Shoulder Bag. The grenn collor is in great contrast to my orange hair. I love The Embroidered pattern. Makes me happy to look at it. It would fit just great to the rest of my wardrobe 🙂
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Anonymous
July 13, 2010 at 8:55 pm (14 years ago)The Sage “Daytripper” pants! Just the name “daytripper” reminds me of John Lennon 🙂 However, they are something that Janis would have worn for sure! <3
Samantha
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Nancy
July 13, 2010 at 9:20 pm (14 years ago)These Kurta shirts were worn ALL the time. As comfy today as they were in the 60’s & 70’s … I own 3, and plan to purchase more colors.
Cool enough to wear during the summer, add a shirt underneath in the winter. And add beads !!
Thanks soul-buds 🙂
Debbie
July 13, 2010 at 9:22 pm (14 years ago)I cnannot live without the mundee bell skirt and twirl to Bobby Magee with Janis as I play my kazoo. I’m a wid child chid still, in my heart. I’m with Perl.
Peace and a whole lot of luv,
Deb
Kait
July 13, 2010 at 9:28 pm (14 years ago)I love the simple style of this dress, and every time I see it, I’ll be thinking Bob Marley!
Jaime Forkum
July 13, 2010 at 10:36 pm (14 years ago)The floral pattern is so sweet and calm.. I could see Carole king wearing something just like it! I never go a day without listening to some Carole!
Jaime Forkum
stephanie hartman
July 13, 2010 at 10:42 pm (14 years ago)i love folk music. i think folk speaks on many levels. it can be political, funky, groovy and fun. this shirt looks comfy and has a rad message.
stephanie 🙂
StaceyB
July 13, 2010 at 10:57 pm (14 years ago)So many of your threads remind me of something that Janis would totally rock out. I’m sure if she was still around today she’d love you guys just as much as we all do!
To pick just one, I’ll say the Butterfly Kisses Kurta would be a top she would love. The beautiful embroidery and flowy-ness of this kurta would have her song ‘Summertime’ playing over and over in my head, even well into the cold of winter, spreading her vibe year round!!
Anonymous
July 13, 2010 at 11:26 pm (14 years ago)Makes me think of Melanies song Lay Down “…so raise, your candle high, cuz if you dont we could stay black against the night. You got to raise them higher again, and if you do we could stay dry against the rain…”
It feels like I can taste, feel and smell the atmosphere of a time, that once were, but newer will be forgotten
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Erin Rennick
July 13, 2010 at 11:45 pm (14 years ago)My favourite item is the ‘Beach Bummin Baja’. My mother used to have one very similar when she was my age (19). She’s always talking about what it was like being a teenager in the seventies and I’m so jealous. Really wanna get one of these hoodies so I can pretend!
Erin M
July 14, 2010 at 2:06 am (14 years ago)I’ve been longing for the Raven Tree Top shirt since it appeared on your sight. It reminds me of Carlos Castaneda’s journey as he follows the teachings of Don Juan. I love your website, thanks Soul-Flower. (Sorry, I couldn’t figure out how to add a link directly to the shirt.)
Shannon
July 14, 2010 at 2:46 am (14 years ago)Had I lived in the 60’s I would have been a total “Doors” groupy! Jim Morrison is to die for and I would have worn the “Rainbow Frills Dress” to get his attention. He would have been mine! <3
Anonymous
July 14, 2010 at 4:23 pm (14 years ago)I absoulutly love the Mudmee Mini-Belle Wrap Skirt it’s very Jimi Hendrix. If I wore this skirt I think it might just inspire me to paint a trippy painting or even strum a guitar. 🙂 It gives me a good energy and it’s got Soul baby 😉
Bekah
July 14, 2010 at 6:11 pm (14 years ago)I admire and have a deep appreciation for Harvey Milk. He was an amazing man and leader. The “That 70’s Patchwork Dress/Skirt” reminds me of that era and of the many wonderful people, like Harvey Milk 🙂
BBro
July 14, 2010 at 6:15 pm (14 years ago)I love the Infinity Flower skirt/dress. It looks like something my mother would’ve worn.
5webs
July 14, 2010 at 6:34 pm (14 years ago)The Sun Ray Dress is simple, but unique, feminine, but uncluttered–sort of like me!! It also reminds me of where I used to live in Northern California.
Alicia Webster
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Jessica
July 14, 2010 at 6:41 pm (14 years ago)I love the tropical nights skirt for many reasons! It reminds me of my Janis Joplin box set “box of pearls” because of the bright colors. It looks so comfortable and I just LOVE it!
SirenaNautica
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M
July 14, 2010 at 7:01 pm (14 years ago)This tee makes me think of my favorite female musician of the 60’s- Joni Mitchell! As a strong, beautiful woman, she is an inspiration to women everywhere. Her music speaks to my soul!
M
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Sabrina Robb
July 14, 2010 at 11:10 pm (14 years ago)The 3 little birds dress reminds of course of Bob Marley and that song. I love how after many generations that song can still speak to us. My friends and I have been having a lot of ups and downs but when we put that song on it reminds us to keep trying.
tiedyedlovely
July 15, 2010 at 2:48 am (14 years ago)This skirt/top is flamboyant, cheerful, and groovy just like Janis. It’s full of style and elegance. It’s versatile and eye catching. I can see myself wearing it on stage, purple sunglasses, hair long and flowing, with a pair of blue jeans… All eyes on me, singing the blues to a crowd full of groovy hippies! Peace and love baby:)
Rhonda Mc.
July 15, 2010 at 5:17 am (14 years ago)Oh! It has to be the Proud as a Pecock Locket! It looks just like the one I used to have back in the day. AHhhhhhhh! SOoooo many good memories. 🙂
MS MICK
July 15, 2010 at 10:27 am (14 years ago)My favorite is the Dazy May Mini Dress. It reminds me of hot summer monsoon nights in Arizona when Santana used to visit the Pima fairgrounds in Tucson. Perfect sexy summer dress to dance all night in on the grass while watching lightening all around in the far distance. Yup definitely evokes memories of Santana and his music.
Anonymous
July 15, 2010 at 3:38 pm (14 years ago)I chose the Sun Ray Dress because it is fun and when I wear it, it puts me in a good mood because its happy and bright!
Kari B
July 15, 2010 at 3:40 pm (14 years ago)My icon would be the Party like a folk star because it reminds me of my first folk music festival with my parents. We had a blast now I go 2x a year with them its called Springfest and Magnolia Festival in Live Oak, FL!
dirtyhippy
July 15, 2010 at 3:42 pm (14 years ago)I always think of the Merry Pranksters when I see the Moths tunic tee!! its so subtle yet screams trippy with the 2 different colored moths opposite of each other. I can only imagine this would be something they would enjoy to see on their trip across the US in in 1964. 1 moth turned into 2 in psychedelic color 😉
aprilmoonflower
July 15, 2010 at 3:44 pm (14 years ago)I love Janis and I love Soul FLower!! I would love to win the ruffle dress (XL) I am pregnant and need something hippie to add to my summer wardrobe, it’s just so cute!
christine
July 15, 2010 at 3:44 pm (14 years ago)the Playing in the Bandana skirt/dress. really looks like it could be from the 70’s.
Staci W
July 15, 2010 at 3:45 pm (14 years ago)everytime I wear an item from your store, I get tons of comments on it. They always want to know where I get my clothes. The Fairy Mudmee Top is singing to me and would be perfect to show off my tattoo, Cat Buddha inside of a lotus flower 🙂
Mannie
July 15, 2010 at 4:03 pm (14 years ago)Much of the clothing’s art work reminds me of Micheal Bowen. He is by far my favorite artist from that time. Enthusiasm, life, and a story with every poster, picture, or print. That’s why I picked the “leaf in flight” tee and the “hey jute” hat. They seem like pieces Bowen would produce 🙂
Alisha
July 15, 2010 at 4:04 pm (14 years ago)The Daytripper Patch Pants are my fav. I love how colorful and fun they look. I love everything from soul- flower it all reminds of Janis and i love her. I wish i could of been around during her time.
kate
July 15, 2010 at 4:05 pm (14 years ago)playing in the bandana skirt!!! does really evoke the spirit of a celeb for me, but the sounds of music in the air, mountains, fields and summer frolicking!! *fingers crossed* hope i win!!
amanda c
July 15, 2010 at 4:25 pm (14 years ago)The Mudmee Tye Dye Bell Skirt is beautiful! It totally reminds me of Stevie Nicks in the 70’s. She had such a dreamy flowy style, and still does. I love it!!!
J. R.
July 15, 2010 at 4:41 pm (14 years ago)This skirt is timeless. Reminds me of all the hippy world travelers I’ve met along the way.
alisha
July 15, 2010 at 4:44 pm (14 years ago)The Daytripper Patch Pants are my fav. I love how colorful and fun they look. I love everything from soul- flower it all reminds of Janis and i love her. I wish i could of been around during her time.
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Alicia
July 15, 2010 at 4:48 pm (14 years ago)I’m loving the Diamonds on the inside dress. I could see Janis rocking this easily;) Its so unique.
Kelly :)
July 15, 2010 at 4:56 pm (14 years ago)Sun Ray Dress.
Anthem of The Sun 🙂
PatchyThreads
July 15, 2010 at 5:26 pm (14 years ago)I love each of these items that brings us back in time, or the time period to us. The fabrics colors coordinate the outfit, and the jewelry enhances it. This wardrobe can be worn every day, and just about anywhere. It would draw many compliments and memories from others.
Anonymous
July 15, 2010 at 5:49 pm (14 years ago)I have photos of my mom in the 70’s wearing a top very similar to this one, which makes me love it. I can just picture her in her big bell-bottom jeans and cute tops like this – so similar to the style I love today.
Rene
July 15, 2010 at 6:08 pm (14 years ago)i would love to sport that woodstock tshirt. much ♡
Rene’
Anonymous
July 15, 2010 at 8:26 pm (14 years ago)Your catalog brings me back to Shakedown Street in the late 80’s early 90’s. I love how the stitching mamas have influenced so much of today’s fashion. Patchwork rocks!
Misty Lu
July 16, 2010 at 3:15 am (14 years ago)Flirtatious yet dreamy 🙂
Mary
July 16, 2010 at 7:02 pm (14 years ago)I LOVE this dress. It has such a free spirit flowing feel to it. I picture running through a field of tall grass or wheat. It has a earthy, soulful look to it but also a fun loving vibes as well. I have such a love and interest for the times of the 60’s, even with the bad, there was so much good of a revolution, wish I could’ve been part of those monumental times. It would be perfect to live this summer in something that has such a “Summer of Love” feel to it. It wouldn’t be a Dead show like it was in ’67 but going to the Phish show will probably be as close as I can get to that. Amazing work!! 🙂
erin h
July 17, 2010 at 1:51 pm (14 years ago)Love is all you need. Well, music, good friends, and kind Soulflower threads, of course. 🙂 The ‘Love Songs Organic Tank’ reminds me the Beatles’ legacy, and how love and music have the power to unite humankind, which is iconic in itself. Much love, buds!
~Erin
When to be Silent
July 18, 2010 at 6:47 am (14 years ago)The Wrap Seed Bead Bracelet~! The beads are beautiful and they make me smile. The colors are steller and I feel they could finish off a casual outfit really well.
beecharmer
July 19, 2010 at 3:37 pm (14 years ago)Love Janice’s style. Fun & elegant.
Jatia M
July 19, 2010 at 3:44 pm (14 years ago)The Woodstock Tee
I love this shirt because it reminds me off the time I often wish I could have been a part off. My sister often, very often, tells me I was born 40 years too late. She says I should have been born in the 1940’s so I could have been in my 20’s when the 60’s rolled around. This place in time often makes me sad. Sad, that we have forgotten the message that the people of that time tried to teach us. And, I hope one day we can remember that wonderful message of world peace and treating everyone equally no matter their color, race, or up-bringing and that we can teach that beautiful message to our children so that maybe when they become the world leaders they can fix our screw ups and make the world a better place.
Alarm2000
July 19, 2010 at 3:46 pm (14 years ago)Lilly Lace…The Destiny Ruffle Dress….<3 <3 <3 <3 <3 REMINDS ME OF MY EARTH MAMA <3 <3 <3 <3.I have a picture of me 1978 my mama sewed a dress similar to this for my 8th birthday 🙂 Made by her hands for “Just” me.Can’t wait to sport the Destiny dress <3. Peace
butterflies1964
July 19, 2010 at 3:53 pm (14 years ago)I really love the Ramble On Rose Embroidered Tank because it reminds me of Janis Joplin and really all the other female artists of that time….so classically hippie.
Charlotte Condie
July 19, 2010 at 4:30 pm (14 years ago)I love the Picnic in the Park Patch Skirt. The different patches and their union remind me of the ideal that Bob Marley fought so hard for; healing and unifying the world of different people to make one loving nation. Such good feelings.
Charlotte
AmandolinMoon
July 19, 2010 at 4:33 pm (14 years ago)The title reminds me of the movie “The Dreamers” which featured so many of my favorite songs of the 60s-70s, especially those of Jimi Hendrix. What a beautiful free-spirited soul he was, much like I would feel as a fellow guitarist in these earrings… I just LOVE them! <3
Dana Leatherwood
July 19, 2010 at 4:40 pm (14 years ago)I just love the energy flow through this tank.. the patch work and just the love put into this peice would make anyone want to dance around on stage and get groovy with there vocal side!!!
KBoogie
July 19, 2010 at 4:41 pm (14 years ago)I love the t shirt and jeans style. She could wear the simplest clothing, yet still exert an energy that was unmatchable. Her voice helped me through the darkest of times. She also inspired me to be a strong, independent woman! “All I know there’s something like a bird within her sang” Just imagine her and the boys of the Dead! Could life had been any better! 🙂
Dana Leatherwood
July 19, 2010 at 4:41 pm (14 years ago)I just love the energy flow through this tank.. the patch work and just the love put into this peice would make anyone want to dance around on stage and get groovy with there vocal side!!!
Dana Leatherwood
July 19, 2010 at 4:41 pm (14 years ago)I just love the energy flow through this tank.. the patch work and just the love put into this peice would make anyone want to dance around on stage and get groovy with there vocal side!!!
Dana Leatherwood
July 19, 2010 at 4:42 pm (14 years ago)I just love the energy flow through this tank.. the patch work and just the love put into this peice would make anyone want to dance around on stage and get groovy with there vocal side!!!
Shari
July 19, 2010 at 5:03 pm (14 years ago)I’m pretty sure my high school English teacher, who inspired me to become a teacher too, wore this skirt. She probably made it herself, since that’s what we did then!
I’m a Soul-Flower fan!
Hodack Family
July 19, 2010 at 5:08 pm (14 years ago)The “Down Low Hemp Hat” reminds me so much of my older sister. I was born in the late 60’s -she was 10 years my senior. I just thought she was the absolute coolest person on earth! I loved her music and her clothes. I always wanted to be able to wear her things. The Hemp hat definitely brings back warm images to mind. Tragically, she has passed away, but I’m so grateful to carry so many warm and happy memories of her! Thanks for providing such awesome products!
Karla
July 19, 2010 at 5:26 pm (14 years ago)The simple livin’ dress evokes images of Dusty Springfield and a “son of a preacher man” walkin’ out the backyard and through the meadow. Dusty wore some of the beautiful dresses! I’m sure the simple livin’ dress would be the one she would choose for an afternoon rendezvous with her lover.