Bold Kimono Wrap Top for some Winter Color

Hello and welcome!

So glad you stopped by my blog today

On a gray January day,

 I decided to be bold and try a style

 that I rarely ever wear-the kimono

Kimonos of all types

 have been enjoying great popularity

 for the past decade-that is some staying power!

Many women love the exquisite detailing

and endless versatility of this type of garment

How about you, are you a kimono girl?

From what I understand,

 kimonos are not nearly as accessible to purchase,

nor as popular in the UK and Western Europe 

 Has anyone across the pond noticed that?

 Kimonos are really always in fashion

  because they are a key component in the wardrobe

of women with a boho or dramatic aesthetic

 I have seen some very beautiful kimonos

  Some hand dyed in the most fabulous luxurious fabrics,

and in many colors, patterns and textures

 Many feature amazing details

 like intricate lace and embroidery

Kimono's almost always have dropped or dolman sleeves,

which is the reason I don't usually wear this style

 It is a difficult one for me since I have narrow shoulders,

but I admired them so much on other women 

I decided to give this one a try

because of the distracting and camouflaging print

  I love the colorful, oversize graphic design,

 and the contrasting border print on the sleeves and hem

 Also, it has a wrap tie waist to give it shape

Wearing this special kimono top

 with a black wool knit midi skirt 

The sleeves!

All of my accessories are bold, 

to hold there own with the kimono print and style

Carrying my bright royal blue convertible clutch

 with the cross body chain strap tucked inside

I chose a three strand bracelet of black and gray faux pearls

and am wearing large, vintage 1950s

 silver tone wreath or starburst earrings

 Gray fabric pointed toe mules

with wide straps and buckle detail to finish the outfit

Roger is joining me today,

and chose a bright royal blue button down

 and black trousers-

 it's fun that he enjoys matching my outfit when possible

A bright blue, black and white outfit from the past-

winter 2021

The bright blue rib knit cardigan is from the early aughts

Hope you all enjoy your week!