wardrobe wednesday

Patterned Kimono | 4 Ways

The kimono has become a summer staple for me in the past few years and my collection of these colorful, flowy items is definitely growing! I love how they elevate a simple tank and shorts, do-double duty as a swim cover up, and can even transition into fall with leggings and boots. Today I'm styling a patterned kimono from a local boutique to show you just how versatile this item can be!

Peplum Tank  |  Denim Shorts  |  Espadrille Sandals

 

J. Crew Tank (similar) | True Religion Jeans (similar) | Sandals | Boutique Necklace (similar)

 

Old Navy Sundress  |  Hat  |  Sandals  |  Boutique Necklace (similar)

 

Madewell Tank (similar)  |  Wild Fable Overalls   |  Miz Mooz Sandals (similar, similar)  

 

If you're wanting to add a fun kimono to your wardrobe, be sure to check out Flower Wild (my go-to shop for pretty dresses & boho pieces!)  And here's a few more options available online!

1//Shein Geo Print Kimono ($19)    2//Jessica McClintock Patchwork Kimono ($25)

3//Angie Patterned Kimono ($35)    4//Boho Floral Kimono ($23)

5//Stripe Open-Front Kimono ($15)   6//Lia Shoibori Kimono ($79)

 

Have a wonderful week, my friends!

Bermuda Shorts | 4 Ways

Bermuda shorts have been around as a military wear since the second world war, so it's safe to say it's a style that has lasting power! Nowadays, these shorts are popular for their  longer length and more tailored fit than typical denim cut-offs. They can totally go from weekend gathering to casual workplace with flair! The pair I'm styling today are heavily distressed and broken-in denim, so they definitely have more casual vibe, but these concepts would work with more traditional chino or dark denim Bermudas just as well!

Sundance Cardigan (Poshmark)  |  Peplum Tank  |  Slide Sandals  |  Wrap Bracelet

 

J. Crew Shirt | Betsey Johnson belt (similar) | Steve Madden Shoes (similar)
ASOS clutch (similar)

 

 

J. Crew Top  (similar)  |  Red Belt  |  Bracelet  |  Frye Sandals  (similar)

 

 

J. Crew Blazer (similar)  |  Camisole  |  Converse  |  Bracelet

 

My particular denim shorts are from American Eagle last summer, (but you can find them on Amazon if you're a size zero) and here are a few variations on the bermuda theme!

1//Universal Thread Mid-Rise Short ($20)     2//Tommy Hilfiger Hollywood Bermuda ($30)
3//Joe's Jeans "The 7" Cutoff Burmuda ($89)        4//AE Khaki Skinny Bermuda ($30)
5//Gap High Rise Deconstructed Bermuda ($49)   6//Old Navy Mid Rise Cuffed Bermuda ($20)

 

So what's your favorite way to wear these shorts? I'd love to hear! and if you have ideas for future 4 Ways Style Sessions, please let me know!