wednesday wants #6 - kimono.

Whilst arguably not a key trend of this summer oriental fashion appears to have popped up all of a sudden and is everywhere on the high street. However when embarking on this trend one could easily take it a little too far and become a rip off geisha, maybe a tanned version. High street stores have focused on the kimono shape, and jackets are flying off shelves due to the ways in which they can easily be thrown over an outfit to update it. I've chosen to show how this item of clothing can not only be worn casually, but incorporated into a night out and update a boring office suit.


TOPSHOP
1. Red Floral Paisley Kimono £42
2. White Ribbed Vest £6
3. MOTO Vintage Wash Baxter Skinny Jeans £40
4. VIBRANT Yellow Ballet Pumps £16
5. Smooth Metal Bend Drops £8.50

This is how I would imagine wearing a kimono, casual with a favourite pair of jeans and white vest. Such a classic outfit with a twist - rather than a blazer. The floral pattern that is found on this Topshop blazer is daring without being brash. By balancing it out with a bland pallet allows the light to shine on the key piece, whilst by picking out the yellow from the jacket and matching it to the shoes the whole outfit completes a full circle without being too matchy at the same time.



MISS SELFRIDGE
1. Feather Print Kimono £38
2. Black Viscose Vest £12
3. Black 80 Denier Tights £6
4. Black Sequin Knickers £25
5. WILLOW Black Tie Up Wedge £50
6. Gold Twist Hoops £6.50

Probably way too daring, the black palette of the main body outfit allows the fresh blues of the kimono time to shine. Most likely I would never wear this but I would look on in envy at girls who actually could pull of those sequin knickers.



RIVER ISLAND
1. Black Kimono Jacket £39.99
2. Brown Peg Leg Trousers £29.99
3. Cream Polka Dot Blouse £26.99
4. Beige Slingback Court Shoes £44.99
5. Brown Leather Square Faux Reptile Bag £39.99

A kimono is something that could easily update a traditional office suit. The contrasting of the different shades complete and round off the outfit whilst the different textures, namely the crocodile bag give depth. A nice tan belt could help keep this outfit more structured when stuck around the waist to sinch it in and balance out the peg-legged trousers and loose jacket.