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I’m Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

When somebody asks me what is this summer’s must-have essential, without a doubt I say the totally cool  kimono.

I’m totally freaking out on how cool the Kimono is for summer. Not only are they the perfect thing to wear on a summer day that’s not too hot they are also great to wear on a summer evening when things cool down a bit. They flutter through the breeze oh-so perfectly, and let’s be honest, they’re so damn pretty.

Inspired by traditional Japanese robes, contemporary kimonos have been given a modern update with prints, fringe, varying lengths and even varying sleeve types. What they all have in common though is that they add a delicate layer to your look plus they make you feel totally glamorous.

The kimono is also a total freaking wardrobe life-saver during the hot months. If your look feels a bit unfinished, toss on a kimono.

Wear them with just about anything in your closet. Toss over shorts and a top, with jeans and a tee or experiment with layering them over printed dresses like I did when I paired a floral kimono with a floral dress (click here). You can even drape a kimono over your swimsuit while at the beach—or rock it over a slinky slip dress for total boudoir vibes.

Shy about showing off your arms? A slightly sheer kimono is the perfect item to wear over a tank top but lightweight enough for a hot afternoon.

So wearable and totally versatile, this one great piece delivers a light layering effect, makes your shoulders look a bit more relaxed and your figure a whole lot slimmer.  Which is why it’s my top rated totally cool summer must-have.

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

I'm Freaking Out on How Cool the Kimono is for Summer

What I’m Wearing: Elizabeth and James VINTAGE Kimono (Similar found here) | Nasty Gal Fortune Cookie Tiger Tee (It’s on SALE!) | Nasty Gal Gather Your Thoughts Maxi Skirt (It’s on SALE!) | Free People Boots | TOPSHOP Fringe Bag |

Below I’ve Rounded up some of my favorite iterations of the worlds best summer layering accessory- the Kimono- click to SHOP: