Found this at Sundance https://www.sundancecatalog.com/product/cassia+elegance+top.do?sortby=ourPicks&refType=&from=fn

this at Coldwater Creek https://www.coldwatercreek.com/misses/shirts-and-blouses/faux-suede-big-shirt-print/19498.html?cgid=misses-shirts-blouses&dwvar_19498_color=1366&dwvar_19498_config=M#start=9&cgid=misses-shirts-blouses

this at Soft Surroundings https://www.softsurroundings.com/p/jardim-velvet-shirt/

Thanks, Sushi.. that was one of my first stops. I thought it would be a slam dunk but nothing seemed quite right. There are a few maybes. I also tried sundance and Ted Baker..

I really thought it would be easier than it has been.

Ann Taylor

Dlm. those are both very pretty and along the lines I am looking-- only problem is mom HATES orange (like i hate red). I hadn't thought about Coldwater Creek -- and clearly I missed some options at Sundance! I need to take a deeper dive on both sites!

Thanks, Eld.. those are pretty but i am more looking for a print that looks like it could be in a classic victorian painting. Very realistic and botanical.

I really appreciate the suggestions!

I did find one at soft surroundings but it's long (mom is tiny and petite) and polyester. I'd much prefer linen, cotton or a cotton blend.

I appreciate the help but I need to go to bed-- and have a busy work day starting early tomorrow. I will try to peek in to see any recommended stores or sites.

Have you tried https://store.metmuseum.org ?

There are many botanical scarves and ponchos.

Sundance?

https://www.bodenusa.com/en-us/womens-shirts-blouses

Nordstrom Rack.

Talbots:

https://www.talbots.com/ruffle-band-collar-cotton-poplin-popover/P213075795.html?cgid=apparel-blouses-and-shirts&dwvar_P213075795_color=INDIA%20INK%20MULTI&dwvar_P213075795_sizeType=MS#f8503535615520490e8e671e2b=&start=1&sz=234

https://www.talbots.com/mirrored-garden-cotton-button-front-shirt/P213075027.html?cgid=apparel-blouses-and-shirts&dwvar_P213075027_color=FOREST%20NIGHT/MULTI&dwvar_P213075027_sizeType=MS#5f93296daaa2413a53cbbf3b0c=&start=1&sz=234

For classic floral/botanical prints I always think of Liberty of London (quite pricey though).

https://www.libertylondon.com/us/department/liberty-brand/women/print-shirts-and-blouses/

Be still my heart, this is my category. Mostly, however, I have a dozen jcrew liberty prints and seek out more, especially new like from poshmark, styles discontinued.

That Boden one though is now in my cart. And, Jonhnny Was is too pricey for me, for a blouse.

I have discovered via this thread that "botanical" means a lot of things to different folks-- and i think that is at the core of why I wasn't finding what I was looking for. I guess the best way to put it is a floral that looks like it could be a victorian painting or from a nature sketchbook. Very realistic vs stylized floral print.

Oly, DLM shared the same shirt from Sundance-- it's definitely what I was looking for except that mom hates orange. And after seeing the Liberty prints, i realize the print scale may be too big for her small frame.

Lake Effect, the Liberty prints are gorgeous-- just what I am looking for and a more appropriate scale for my mother who is very petite. Yes.. they are pricy. More than I'd planned to spend but really so perfect for her. I am leaning towards this one if I don't find anything less expensive.

Bumble, I have often thought your style was similar to my mom's. Your love of Patricia Nash was one of the times I thought that. I know mom would love her designs-- but alas, they are way too heavy for her!

Thank you all! I should have thought to look to the UK!

Bumble, I didn't catch that JCrew has a Liberty line at first.. that is a great option! Unfortunately my favorite prints aren't available in a button down but I will scour poshmark/ebay for new items. Thanks for the tip!

I bet she was like me and loved Villager and Lady Bug brands from the sixties.

cute article.

https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/villager-and-me

”“Fall of Flowers” is the title of one shirtdress ad, from the summer, 1965 collection:
Raining softly downwards like the quality of mercy. Small flowers with long stems and pointy leaves. Villager’s very soft very light cotton twill crosses them with faint shadows. The dress itself, pleated down the front, gives the impression of gentle motion, like grass in the wind.”

Look! on Etsy. and there are others…

I don’t generally like to wear florals, but I love that top in your first pic, Funky! Where’s it from?

@maddielee I had a section in my jewelry box that held the Ladybug pins that came with the clothes. What a memory. Best line from that article “The Waspy girls all want that country look, and the Jewish girls want to look like the Wasps. I knew I had a winner.”

I wonder if any of these prints might work?

https://www.duluthtrading.com/womens-wrinklefighter-button-up-shirt-89811.html?&srccode=GPSMART&ogmap=PLA%7CNB%7CGOOG%7C%7C%7C%7C%7C%7C%7C%7C12365553594%7C119624420044&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIjZLNzM7W8wIVg4XICh2nXgTMEAQYECABEgLuAfD_BwE

I hardly wear blouses like this, but had to take a peek at Liberty and I looove this one (for me, but wait, this isn’t about me…).

Have you considered Anthropologie? Not sure about the fabrics of all of these and most seem sold out in all but a few sizes. :/ They have at least five floral or botanical print shirts. Might be worth a look if local?

Sue, I have seen that very picture on Zulilly. It is probably a Chinese brand, that may or may not look as nice as the one on the model. I lingered on that picture myself, when I saw it on the site.

Anthro also has these cute pajamas and a sweater, not that you’re looking for either one but…

Not sure of your mom's age, but my mom likes the Foxcroft button-downs.

Foxcroft

I have seen botanical print tops in this brand at a local boutique.

John Mark Clothing

Wondering if you also tried searching 'floral', instead of 'botanical'?

I'm an old-fashioned dep't store fan. Macy's has Calvin Klein and some other very nice looking floral blouses...

https://www.macys.com/shop/featured/floral%20blouse

Can’t link on my phone but just spotted some Liberty floral shirts at Simons. Simons.com - women - blouses & shirts - blouses …$120 USD

tps://m.simons.com/en/women-clothing/blouses-shirts/shirts/liberty-floral-shirt--15110-206947?colourId=18&catId=02-8260

crossing fingers this works…

Sue.. i had the site up late last night and all was good. Today I can't find it-- but it was definitely one of those off offshore stores. The shirt was only 15.99. I'll let you know if i find it later when i have more time.

Maddielee .. i do remember mom talking about Villager.. and a few other brands I am not remembering now. One in particular that was pant suits. Levin, maybe? Anyhow.. by 1964. she had ME and then 3 other children in succession. I don't believe she was buying much that wasn't maternity! LOL

I didn't find anything on anthropologie or macys-- but i searched them last week. I can do another search but while I saw many florals, non that had that actual "botanical" look.. as in a botanical print for the walls. Carol, I haven't seen any Calvin Klein button downs.. am I missing something?

TexanJana - I did find a Foxcroft shirt last night that I think will work.. thanks. Not sure if she will like the fabric but I think it is good to have some wrinkle-free offerings. I will check out their store and the Mark James store too later this evening.

And thank you too, Tartan-- the link works and the price is better!

Indeed, thank you ALL.. i appreciate your time and suggestions. To answer a few more questions, she is 79, white hair (not gray-- white), and very small.. xs or petite small... though I would probably buy a button down a little larger because she wears many layers.. .in fact, that is why i want a button down. She'll wear a long sleeve tee underneath and a sweater on top.. sometimes 2 sweaters on top!

Sorry to be quick in run-- the day is blowing up but i wanted to take 3 min to thank you all and respond!

Lovely silk botanical blouse by The Kooples on Poshmark, new with tags. XXS though.

https://poshmark.com/listing/TheKooples-Silk-Floral-Botanical-Print-BEAUTY-NWT-5ed7c7089ad8445a4dff0e0b?gclid=e04fd7b8a14716d9744db6d7b908224f&gclsrc=3p.ds&utm_source=bdm&campaign_id=373539630&utm_campaign=373539630&ad_partner=bing&msclkid=e04fd7b8a14716d9744db6d7b908224f

Here's another from The Kooples, also new with tag. XS.

https://poshmark.com/listing/The-Kooples-Garden-Print-Button-Down-Silk-Blouse-Size-XS-614f9fcc2a1effcdbe329ef6

A few more from Joules

Have you tried Amour Vert? Here is one: The Bixby . Amour Vert Bixby top

Sorry I have been delayed in responding. I did take time to look at all the suggestions and links this morning -- and I have found a few new stores. Thank you!

I still like the Liberty of London Wildflower shirt best for her... but I admit it is a little challenging because she and I wear different colors and I need to keep scale in mind. I am going to keep looking for a bit but you've given me plenty of sources to check out.

In the meantime, I found a few other items at Orvis that I think she'll like. I cant see the pattern all that well but I am thinking it might be lavender? I hope so lol.. it's a favorite of hers and I always give her lavender items at christmas. Also the color is perfect for her.

I am not 100% sure about this one-- but I am giving it a try because it gets great reviews. It is a washable silk and a length she usually likes (though it isn't a petite so it may be an issue). It's easily returned so worth a try, i think.

Again-- thank you all for all the ideas and links!