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As the saying goes, "April showers bring May flowers," and this month, flowers are popping up along Fifth Avenue in a spectacular display.
French jewelry company Van Cleef & Arpels teamed up with the Fifth Avenue Association for the second year in a row to create Fifth Avenue Blooms, a collection of whimsical sidewalk sculptures accented with real flowers.
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For the entire month of May, 10 colorful sculptures by French illustrator Charlotte Gastaut have taken over Fifth Avenue from 50th to 59th Streets. Expect to see large-scale arches, benches and live potted flowers, perfect for photo opportunities. All are invited to step out of the hectic urban landscape and into the artist's illustrations of wildflowers, birds in flight and other natural elements in her signature motif. They're so detailed they almost look like cut paper.
Like last year, New Yorkers are in for a treat with this year's design. Last year, artist Alexandre Benjamin Navet created a three-dimensional floral sketchbook concept with vases, butterflies and arched windows, all adorned with pink, purple and red flowers.
In addition, keep an eye out for live performances and children’s activities along the street to celebrate spring. As an extra bonus, a bunch of Fifth Avenue retailers are offering special perks like free champagne and flowers on select dates. Here's the full list of free stuff you can score.
"Fifth Avenue is an emblem of the city. It is a big part of the image people around the world have of New York. It is an honor for me to beautify this street, bringing it to life for the people who live, work and play on Fifth Avenue,” Gastaut said in a statement.
Since 1907, the Fifth Avenue Association has worked to support and beautify the famed corridor to the delight of millions who pass through each year.
"There is no better place to watch New York City bloom than Fifth Avenue," Marie Boster, president of the Fifth Avenue Association, said in a press release. "The month of May is a time of many important celebrations, and we are grateful that the art of Charlotte Gastaut will beautify our sidewalks and public spaces with intricate floral installations for our visitors to enjoy."