The Art of Flower Pressing Inspires Christy Lynn Lee’s Latest Collection
The night before Christy Lynn Lee would open her much-anticipated pop-up boutique in the high-profile River Oaks District shopping mecca, the Houston-based fashion designer entertained a stylish clutch in the new space. The focus of the soirée was her Christy Lynn Spring 2025 collection.
Champagne flowed as the 80-plus guests swanned through the stunning space which is dramatically draped from high ceilings with swaths of crisp white voile and charmeuse. The design very much in keeping with Lee’s feminine ethos.
This latest Christy Lynn collection is labeled Cote, which in Korean translates to flower. It draws inspiration from the Korean tradition of flower pressing in which pressed blossoms were used to create intricate designs. The art form was typically associated with ladies of the royal court.
[img width="1707" height="2560" class="wp-image-558956 size-full img-responsive" src="https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6030-scaled.jpg" alt="QUY_6030 (Photo by Quy Tran)" srcset="https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6030-scaled.jpg 1707w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6030-200×300.jpg 200w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6030-683×1024.jpg 683w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6030-768×1152.jpg 768w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6030-1024×1536.jpg 1024w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6030-1366×2048.jpg 1366w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6030-600×900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1707px) 100vw, 1707px"]Floral frocks from the Christy Lynn Lee Spring 2025 Collection (Photo by Quy Tran)
"Throughout the collection, we’ve researched and collected many floral patterns that we’ve manipulated into a variety of designs," Lee notes. "These patterns are treated throughout many fabrications such as silk, lace, burnouts, yarns and three-dimensional handwork."
Indeed, the delicate florals graced hemlines of gowns and the edge of voluminous sleeves, added dimension to evening slacks, and floated across dresses and tops.
Models from Neal Hamil and Page Parks presented the 25 plus looks from the collection that will be available in stores and online in February. The ensembles featured bright silk burnouts, vegan leather cutwork, lightweight cashmere with 3-D knitted techniques, printed lace, Italian crepe suiting and silk embroidered organza and chiffon pieces.
"Knitwear is a category we are pushing this year as well," Lee tells PaperCity. "My sister and I focus heavily on our techniques for knitwear. Constantly in conversation about how to approach knitwear with a feminine hand, being versatile to complete a wardrobe."
Lee has come a long ways from when she launched her label five years ago working with her husband out of their home in Montrose. With the line’s early success, the Lees moved their enterprise and home to La Colombe d’Or Hotel & Residences, the Hines high-rise.
[img width="1707" height="2560" class="wp-image-558954 size-full img-responsive" src="https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6125-scaled.jpg" alt="QUY_6125 (Photo by Quy Tran)" srcset="https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6125-scaled.jpg 1707w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6125-200×300.jpg 200w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6125-683×1024.jpg 683w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6125-768×1152.jpg 768w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6125-1024×1536.jpg 1024w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6125-1366×2048.jpg 1366w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6125-600×900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1707px) 100vw, 1707px"]Knits from the Christy Lynn Lee Spring 2025 Collection (Photo by Quy Tran)
In 2023, Christy Lynn opened a flagship store in Memorial Villages. This new River Oaks District locale, tucked between Baccarat and Kiton, is the pinnacle locally for the label which is carried by more than 100 retailers world-wide.
"Celebrating five years of evolution from dresses to an expanded range of separates, Cote embodies layering, texture and craftsmanship," Lee notes in a statement.
[img width="1707" height="2560" class="wp-image-558953 size-full img-responsive" src="https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6400-scaled.jpg" alt="QUY_6400 (Photo by Quy Tran)" srcset="https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6400-scaled.jpg 1707w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6400-200×300.jpg 200w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6400-683×1024.jpg 683w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6400-768×1152.jpg 768w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6400-1024×1536.jpg 1024w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6400-1366×2048.jpg 1366w, https://www.papercitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/QUY_6400-600×900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1707px) 100vw, 1707px"]Looks from the Christy Lynn Lee Spring 2025 Collection (Photo by Quy Tran)
"The collection embodies the Christy Lynn woman’s journey into sophistication, culture, and contemporary grace. I am truly humbled and appreciative of the incredible support from so many over these past five years and I can’t wait for our new location in River Oaks to open, with much more to come."
Joining Lee in the opening celebration were James Fojt Salons and FaceForward, providing hair and makeup for the models; with wine and champagne provided by We the People and Melorosa; and light bites from River Oaks District neighbor Bari Ristorante.
FAQs
Q: When will the Christy Lynn Spring 2025 collection be available in stores and online?
A: The collection will be available in stores and online in February.
Q: What inspired the design of the collection?
A: The collection draws inspiration from the Korean tradition of flower pressing, which was typically associated with ladies of the royal court.
Q: What are some of the key fabrics used in the collection?
A: The collection features a range of fabrics, including silk, lace, burnouts, yarns, and three-dimensional handwork.
Q: What is the main theme of the collection?
A: The main theme of the collection is the Christy Lynn woman’s journey into sophistication, culture, and contemporary grace.
