What I wore:
Necklace: thrifted purple wooden bead statement necklace
Top: Jeanswest Maya gather back tank in mid turquoise
Shorts: thrifted Jeanswest distressed denim shorts
Shoes: New Balance Coast women's running shoe in black
Bag: Chloe small Ethel bag in light khaki
Why I wore it:
This was a fun morning but a busy afternoon! We had a playdate with some of my son's school friends and while the boys were all busy playing I got caught up chatting with all the other parents - we ended up spending quite a bit of time at the park! It was home for a very quick lunch and then lots of errands in the afternoon. Had to drop off more donations from our pre-Christmas clear-out to the opshop too.I like blue and purple together so thought that this turquoise tank would look nice with the lilac necklace and purple kimono - even if the shades of purple in the print are darker than the necklace. Worried that the turquoise tank might be a bit too bright and light for this but I'm glad I gave it a try as I really liked the colours in this outfit, I think it all worked together well. Was nice and comfortable for sitting around at the park too!
Last worn: purple chevron print kimono, lilac statement necklace, turquoise tank, distressed denim shorts, New Balance sneakers, Chloe Ethel bag.
Other ways to wear: purple chevron print kimono and jeans, turquoise tank and pencil skirt, distressed denim shorts and striped tank, Chloe Ethel bag and maxi skirt.
Last worn: purple chevron print kimono, lilac statement necklace, turquoise tank, distressed denim shorts, New Balance sneakers, Chloe Ethel bag.
Other ways to wear: purple chevron print kimono and jeans, turquoise tank and pencil skirt, distressed denim shorts and striped tank, Chloe Ethel bag and maxi skirt.
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What I wore:
Necklace: thrifted red flat bead necklace
Top: Jeanswest Maji metallic tank in soft green and silver
Shorts: Jeanswest Heather Bermuda short in black
Shoes: New Balance Coast women's running shoe in black
Bag: Chloe small Ethel bag in light khaki
Why I wore it:
Another playdate! This was, like the outfit above, one I'd planned out and wasn't sure if it would work. After putting it on that morning I still wasn't sure it worked - the neutral silver tank with the light beige kimono maybe not the best combination, even with the red necklace for an extra pop of colour and to match the red in the print of the kimono. However I wasn't going to get changed again!I'd managed to injure my back and was in a lot of pain that morning so I figured the outfit was good enough, ha! I decided to still go to the picnic playdate as planned, to let the kids enjoy the playground as I tried to socialise with the other mums. I did a lot of whining about my sore back though, ha! The movement and walking around did help loosen it up a bit as I hoped, as it was just a pulled muscle. Even made it out to the library that day although I did spend a bit of time in the afternoon letting the kids watch a movie while I laid down to rest my back some more!
I really liked the red necklace with this kimono, and the Ethel bag looks great with it too. I've worn the kimono and bag together before too and enjoyed the combo then too. I just think a different coloured tank might have been better here.
Last worn: printed kimono, silver tank, red statement necklace, black denim shorts, New Balance sneakers (above), Chloe light khaki Ethel bag (above).
Other ways to wear: printed kimono and red tee, silver tank worn 2 ways, black denim shorts and floral print, Chloe light khaki Ethel bag and jeans.
How You Can Wear It:
A fun printed kimono is a great way to add more colour and interest to a plain tank and shorts outfit for summer. You can match the colours in the kimono to something else in your outfit too like I have here with the necklaces as an easy way to coordinate your outfit.
I adore your kimonos and love how you styled them! Have a great day!
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I love the colors in the first outfit but that 2nd outfit really stands out. The necklace really pops and the neutral colors really look great with your bag. Perfect play date look!
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Yes the red necklace is great for a bold pop of colour! :)
DeleteNice combination with the black New Balance running shoes!
ReplyDeleteHave a nice time :-)
I love your bright beaded necklaces and how they bring out the colors in your beautiful kimonos!
ReplyDeleteIt's fun to play matchy-matchy with them sometimes!
DeleteI'm loving both of your outfits, Mica, and indeed I don't think the turquoise tank with the first one isn't too bright. I also think the second outfit is great, if you weren't too sure about it. The matching pops of red in your kimono and your necklace really pulls it together.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to hear the boys had some lovely play dates and that you were able to catch up with the other Mums. Ouch about your back, though, I hope it didn't bother you for too long! xxx
I'm glad I gave these a try, although I still prefer the first one over the second, as it's good to try different combinations now and then!
DeleteThankfully my back healed up quickly!
You look so pretty in those kimonos. I will have to get one for summertime. I hope you are having a nice week Mica.
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DeleteI don't have enough necklaces to be able to perfectly match with my prints, hehe! Now you're making me wish I did!! And you can never go wrong with a chloe bag.
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haha yes I definitely have too many necklaces! And so true about Chloe bags too!
DeleteI'm sorry that you hurt your back! It can be so frustrating dealing with back injuries. I hope you are feeling better <3 These outfits are beautiful. I especially love those statement necklaces. Such a fun way to add in an extra dose of colour!
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Thank you! It was painful but is all healed up now thank goodness :)
DeleteVery cute necklaces. I love a good statement necklace.
ReplyDeletePrefect outfit for playdate. I wish we would get more playdate but with covid going on. No one wants to get together.
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That's such a shame! We are lucky we can have so many playdates outside in the summer heat and so it's a bit safer with all the space around :)
DeleteI love kimonos, i have two: one green and one gold
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That second necklace looked orange in the first photo, which I rather liked. Nice pop of bright.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great formula: kimono + matching necklace, neutral tank and shorts. Fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI really like the first outfit, but the bag's colour is not quite right for me - it's too warm, when the rest of the colours are cool in blues. I think a pink or blue bag would go better.
The bag works so well in the second outfit, however, and I disagree with you on the tank - it picks out the light colour in the kimono's print really well. And honestly, when you're wearing these fabulous kimonos, the eye should just skim over the rest as the kimonos are the star! I think tan or beige would just wash the whole outfit out.
I'm glad you've been able to get out for some playdates, but so sorry to hear about your pulled muscle in your back (did you fall, like me?). I hope that feels better soon! I swear by Voltarin, a topical skin rub that has anti-inflammatory properties - I use it for sore muscles and for my arthritis in my hands.
I hope you have a wonderful week, my dear friend! Take care!
I do have a pink bag that would look so cute with that first kimono but I haven't tried it yet! thanks for reminding me I need to! :)
DeleteI didn't fall thankfully so my back was quick to heal up! I used a lot of a similar rub to help make it easier to move around until the muscles healed up and I know an amazing acupuncture guy who fixed it up!
Lo dos outfits son hermosos, me gustaron mucho los kimonos, saludos:D
ReplyDeleteI often forget to add necklaces to my outfits. But I really like them when it is too warm for a scarf. Hope you back continues to feel better.
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I have so many necklaces, I need to wear them more often, they are great for adding more colour when it's too warm for a scarf, as you say :)
DeleteYour kimonos are very beautiful ♥
ReplyDeleteI really like both of these outfits, Mica! Matching your necklaces to the kimono was brilliant. And the silvery top really does read as neutral in this outfit. So I think it works.
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That's a great outfit formula! I like both of them a lot. The turquoise/lilac/purple combination is beautiful and looks very balanced.
ReplyDeleteYou have the most beautiful kimono collection! Amazing outfits!
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Me gusto la primera camiseta. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteI would love a Chloe handbag eventually! That gold bag is so pretty!
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They are definitely worth the investment I think!
DeleteMica, you have the best kimono and accessory collection. So sorry to hear about your back!!! Be careful. Hope you feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteMica, you have the best kimono and accessory collection. So sorry to hear about your back!!! Be careful. Hope you feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteThanks Kim, thankfully I'm all healed up now!
DeleteSuch fun kimono looks. I really like the red statement necklace. It really helps draw out the colors in the second kimono.
ReplyDeleteThese are such great summer looks! I love how your necklaces match those kimonos perfectly.
ReplyDeleteI love how you match necklaces and kimonos. You look amazing!
ReplyDeleteMatching the necklaces with your kimono is a brilliant way to bring out the colors in your kimonos. I love the beaded necklaces too. :-)
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Thanks all for your kind comments and feedback about the outfit I wasn't too sure about! :) My back is all better now too thankfully!
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