The piece + one = The kimono

The kimono is a japonese traditional garment. The word “kimono”, which literally means a “thing to wear” (ki “wear” and mono “thing”). So if you don’t have anything to wear, that is the piece you want to add to your wardrobe to look cool. For those like me who don’t have a lot of clothes to play with, through one kimono to customize your outfit and look stunning. The great thing about kimonos is their versatility; they can easily be thrown over the most casual outfit or they can be dressed up and worn with heels and a dress. From This new piece invited itself since last summer in our wardrobe and it’s a definite to add to any of your basic and casual day dress in oder to transform it into an outstanding and stylish outfit. Try it over everything from jeans and a tee, to a pencil skirt and camisole.  Large, tiny, colourful or plain, multiple kind of fabrics to dress up or simply to customize a top. We are not going to lie this is definitely an accessory piece not a jacket to keep you warm. But this is when the fun begin enjoy accessorized your outfit today!

Lightweight poncho in open floral lace, finished with long fringe trim around the edges for an extra-special touch we love.

Drapey blanket style kimono with fringe trim and a bohemian border print. Slips on like a vest.

Here are some of the hot pics. The bohemian staple has gone full-on mainstream.

Over the last few years, fashion has looked eastward for inspiration, taking cues from countries like Japan and India for colour palettes and new silhouettes. One of the biggest trends to come out of this influence is the fashion kimono. Designers have taken this classic Japanese geisha attire and transformed it into an easy, fashionable item that can be paired with almost anything.

This season’s maxi kimono is a flowing, gypsy dream in our Bohemian Royale print of smokey charcoal hues and floral flecks of cream & chocolate.
With classic, draping kimono sleeves and a floor-kissing hem.

A beautifully soft piece in the prettiest blush tone with colour popping pink & violet florals.

This maxi cardigan features a floral print and draped open-front. Complete with billowy 3/4 sleeves.

As designers reinterpret the original shape, more kimonos are being modernized with graphic trendy patterns and silhouettes.  It’s perfect dressed down over denim cut offs and a rocker tee at a festival. Or pack it as your holiday essential for poolside lounging or simply wear it flowing around the house over your intimates.