Happy Sunday! What does one wear when it’s so HOT out? I know it’s a struggle to keep cool while trying to be fashionable. The first thing that comes to my mind “sleeveless”.
Today I took the perfect little sleeveless summer dress and paired it with a Kimono. (I wore the same dress in a different pattern a few weeks ago). A Kimono can take a simple dress and turn it into something more stylish. I ♥love♥ how this look turned out.
Accessorizing was so easy too! I picked two colors from the Kimono and used those colors in my accessories. My necklace made a statement. I coordinated earrings and bangles to finish my jewelry look. My shoes had to be platform peep-toe heels for the greatest impact 😉 .
Style Tip: One way to make your necklace a statement piece, combine two for one look. If you really want to make a statement, combine two different colors which is what I did for this look.
My BAG today, an orange handbag with a detailed “X” pattern on the front flap in addition to a decorative gold clasp and chain. Perfect bag for this outfit.
Happy Sunday. You know you live in Texas when you experience two seasons in two days, LOL! I could have sworn it was summer on Saturday and today, well… I will leave it to your imagination.
When my mother passed away we didn’t keep a lot of her clothing. We gave them away to a family friend. We kept a few pieces, which I have in my possession.
Today’s outfit includes two of her things. My dress and purse. My mother has been gone for over a decade and this black sheath dress has never gone out of style. I wear it once or twice a year. No matter my size it always fits. Today I added a belt to take it in a bit (it was a little big). I also added a long mesh kimono for a more chic look.
Another Style Option: For a more tailored look, I could have added a blazer.
In addition to the belt, I wore a red and black scarf tied into a headband. It was so windy today, a headband seemed like a good idea. I kept the red going in two jewelry pieces, my necklace and earrings. Instead of the usual black or red pump, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to wear these black ankle boots with a RED flower applique, so chic! The pointy toe gave me life! 😉 .
My BAG as I mentioned was one of my mother’s. It’s a simple black cloth clutch (very old). It also has a short gold hand chain attached inside. I love how old things can become new again with a little ingenuity!
Happy Sunday everyone! Summer has arrived and I’m feeling the heat. My summer wardrobe will be renewed styling. How? I will mix and match some of my older summer wear with any new pieces I happen to pick up this season. The goal is to not break the bank, stay stylish and cool! no pun intended. 🙂
Today’s outfit is a combination of old and new. This one piece spaghetti jumpsuit deserves a second or even third wear. When old meets new it all becomes new again. The new is this colorful kimono. When I first saw it I knew how I would style it. It’s giving me a Japanese inspired look. This kimono can easily be paired with a skinny jean or shorts & tank, sundress, leggings and used as a swimsuit cover-up. The styling possibilities are endless.
My accessories consisted of my usual, earrings, necklace and bracelet. I chose open toe cork heels to not compete with the kimono. The kimono is so colorful it doesn’t need any help. BUT….
My BAG, OMG I am so obsessed with the Gaia’s Ark bamboo handbag. I didn’t hesitate to pair it with my kimono for a Japanese inspired look. Styling success! I’m so obsessed, don’t be surprised it you see it again and again…
Don’t hesitate to bring out the old and mix with something new!
HOT out? I know it’s a struggle to keep cool while trying to be fashionable. The first thing that comes to my mind “sleeveless”.
