Thursday 26 June 2014

The Summer Kimono


Summer is always a tricky time for me, fashion wise. I like to cover my arms (an area I'm not too confident about) and in the summer this can be a little difficult when the sun is blaring away. Every year I say I'll have to invest in some light jackets and cardigans and I never get round to actually doing it. 

Recently, whilst browsing around my local H&M sale, I found this mottled grey kimono. It's knitted but very light and flowy so it is perfect as a summer cover up. I've been wearing it to death since I bought it and because of its light grey colour, it goes with most pieces in my wardrobe. I will admit that I may have bought it in a size too big, I am usually a medium, but I could only find this one and it's in a large. It's not too bad as it just hangs a little baggier, which also means it can be easily wrapped around for added chill protection. 

Kimonos are a great summer accessory, but they come in so many different arm lengths, hem lengths and materials it can be hard to find one that suits you. For me, a long arm is what I look for and I prefer sturdier materials like a light knit or cotton rather than the sheer or silk kimonos. 

Let me know in the comments below if you are loving the kimono for summer and whether you have added one to your wardrobe already, or if you have your eye on one. 




10 comments:

  1. I'm in love with this piece, I can't find it on the H&M website though so a trip to town is needed!

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    1. No, It was in the sale section but I don't think it was actually on sale. I tried to find it to link it in this post but it's not there :(

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  2. I bought a gorgeous kimono the other week from Monsson (Cream with dark green embroidery) and have been wearing it with everything ever since! I burn really easily so it's nice to have something light to cover a bit more of me in the Summer :)

    www.anastasiacatris.com/blog

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    1. Me too! I always need some sort of cover up because my shoulders always catch the sun :)

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  3. I agree kimonos are awesome for summertime. can't wait to find the perfect one for me this season. xx. gigi. www.gigikkitchen.com

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    1. There are so many around at the moment, I'm sure you'll find one soon :) x

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  4. This is such a gorgeous piece! I am so loving the colour and fabric.




    xoxo;
    What Kenny Hearts a Fashion and Decor Blog

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    1. It's so light and the texture is beautiful and I'm obsessed with grey at the moment haha x

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  5. I'm loving kimonos at the moment, my favourite thing to cover up with! This one you've featured is lovely, but I bet I wouldn't be able to find one! haha

    Jade x
    Beauty Butterfly | UK Beauty Blog

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  6. Wow this is gorgeous. Im loving kimonos at the moment and this would be great for autumn because Im always too hot anyway
    Beth x
    mermaidindisguise.blogspot.co.uk

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