We are all flowers in the garden of the world, but she –

she is an orchid, pure and white and lovely,

a small blossom on willowy stem.

she blooms, and I am lost

in her delicate lines.

She breathes life into me –

I was adrift in winter;

she gives me the promise of spring.

Youthful yet wise,

elegant and profound,

I dream of the day I may see her again.

For what other flower can there be?

What other love?

None but my orchid.

above and below:  Zuhair Murad gown, Chopard bracelet

above: Bibhu Mohapatra gown

 

above: Marchesa gown, Chopard earrings

below: Donna Karan dress, Chopard cuff

 

above and below: Tadashi Shoji gown

above and below: Rubin Singer gown

below: Zac Posen dress

  

 

Model: Leah Reynolds for Ford Models / Stylist: Kelly Framel / Floral Stylist: Elizabeth Wyrick / Hair and Makeup Artist: Jennifer Nam