7.10.2018


Everyone seems to be completely obsessed with stripes, and since grabbing this kimono during yet another neverending LOFT sale, I guess I'm beginning to see why! Stripes are a timid fashion lover's dream because they go with everything and can easily be mixed in with several prints and colors. Think of them as a neutral, just like leopard! You can even wear stripes WITH leopard. I know, crazy.




Like most of the country, we are in the midst of a heatwave in California (it was almost 120 degrees two days ago). The only items I'm reaching for until the heat breaks are these old denim shorts and basically any sleeveless top. I've been wearing my Soludos espadrilles in place of sandals to add a bit more interest to my simple Summer outfits and here, I love the effect of the double stripes. I'm not crazy about how my legs look when I wear shorts, but a longer open cardigan or kimono creates the illusion of a slimmer appearance. 

I hope you are enjoying your Summer! Mine has been great so far, which means I've been neglecting to snap photos of my outfits. My blogging schedule has been off, but I'm trying to get back to a steady pace. Thank you guys as always for stopping by and reading! 

13 comments:

  1. This is such a cute Summer look, can't believe how it is over in Cali. I have to pull out my soludos haven't worn them in a while.

    xo
    Pinksole

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    1. Yes you should! I’d love to see how you style yours :)

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  2. Love the new kimono! Oh those sales, always so hard to resist! At least you don't have much humidity, right?
    Chic on the Cheap

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    1. No, it’s humid right now but nowhere near other parts of the country!

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  3. love that you have stripes in your kimono and espadrilles. So cute!

    We've been having a heat wave here too. Our summers are generally hot and humid but this July particularly has been unbearable

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    1. Thank you Saadeh! I hope you find some relief from the heat soon!

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  4. Stripes are the best! Loving your double stripes and the kimono with the shorts.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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  5. I'm one of those people who has been stripe-crazy lately, so naturally I love this kimono. This whole outfit in fact is right up my alley! Also...LOFT really does seem to have never ending sales, don't they? It must be a psychological trick. I'm glad you are enjoying your summer! #summerloversunite! :) Hope we can get together soon!
    Gina || On the Daily Express

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    1. This outfit definitely reminds me of you Gina! I know you like stripes and denim shorts :) And I think we need to plan another get together before summer ends!

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  6. I always see floral kimonos so this striped one is so much fun! It's adorable on you with those striped shoes!

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    1. Thanks Laura! It’ll transition well into basically every season here in Cali so I’m glad I picked it up at 40% off! I only buy things at loft when there’s a sale...

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  7. Team stripes here checking in! And I love the double stripes here. The espadrilles look so great! And I agree, the length of the kimono creates a flattering silhouette!
    Caryl | http://morepiecesofme.com

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