How to Kimono!

Let me show you three ways I styled my kimono for three different occasions: play, work, relaxation:

Kimono: H&M // Dress: Nordstrom // Clutch: DSW //Heels: Go Jane // Bangle/Earrings: Swarovski

Bag: Coach // Open Toe Booties: Lulu's // Top: Nordstrom // Pants: Levi's

Fedora: Old Navy// Top: Splendid (Nordstrom) // Shorts: Bar III (Macy's) // Sneakers: Old Navy // IPhone Case: Kate Spade

Ahh the tricky, trendy kimono. Part lightweight robe/duster, part sheer cardigan duo is a trend that has been hot for a couple years now, and it is definitely a piece that can be awkward to style if you don’t think of ways to reinvent it. The most frequent styling of the kimono is bohemian of course. Google search any image of Coachella for example, and you will find endless hippie-desert-chic cool girls wearing fringed, lace, floral, etc. styles. I bought mine two years ago at H&M, and since I wasn’t sure how long this fad would be around for, I chose a medium length, not too billowy of a style, made of a sleek chiffon material in a dark print that could be universally styled. I’m happy I chose that piece back then, and still find new ways to wear it today. Why do I personally like this trend? Well I have never really been a fan of cardigans. I collect jackets of all types and other toppers, so for spring/summer/fall, I like the kimono as a cute cover to add some zest to an outfit. Below, I featured mine three different ways, none of which are bohemian. Trust me, you can make your kimono work for a classy going out look, a switch-up on the old blazer for work, or paired with a casual outfit instead of a denim jacket. Below are some other fashionable options, all available at Asos online.