How to Style a Pink Kimono for Fall
I was just working on a guest post for Monica of Jersey Girl, Texan Heart for her upcoming trip to Poland and I stumbled across this outfit post in my drafts that was used last September for a guest post at Doused in Pink. (Jill has since brought her blog to an end, but you can still read all of her posts if you are interested.) I realized I never shared this fun pink and teal look on my own blog and since I am all about kimonos lately, I figured why not recycle an old kimono outfit from last year…plus it shows that kimonos are still trending pretty strong into this Fall season. Obviously, all of the pieces I am wearing will no longer be available, but you can still get some inspiration for styling a kimono into the Fall. Also, be sure to check in at Jersey Girl, Texan Heart on September 5 for my guest post there as well as Monica’s Wednesday Link Up on that day.
Clearly you already know about my obsession with kimonos. I plan to wear them straight into the Fall until that very moment when the dainty chiffons of these dramatic pieces freeze in the bitter winds of the Northern New York Autumn, which lasts approximately 3 weeks before we are smack in the middle of lake effect snowstorms often coming upon us just in time for Halloween. So as the Summer fades into Autumn, the time is quickly running out for me and my pretty kimonos!
So how does a Northeast girl style a pink kimono for the Fall? With layers, of course. And booties. And colors that reflect the natural hues that surround us here in upstate New York. Teals and golds and tans and more pinks. These shades pick up the reflections off the water and the trees making me feel at one with nature and completely in touch with my inner bohemian.
The day we shot these photos was a cooler day near the end of Summer with temperatures similar to what most of the rest of the United States experience in mid to late Fall. There was a light breeze blowing across the water near the Battlefield at Sackets Harbor, New York, where my husband and I spent the day (kid-free) strolling and chatting and just enjoying the peacefulness around us.
I felt a little like a bohemian princess in this Knox Rose™ teal embroidered dress that I snagged on clearance from Target last summer. And this perfectly matched pink duster kimono from Charlotte Russe was a deal on their $15 kimono sale. These boots are also Charlotte Russe that I picked up two years ago on clearance for under $15. I had no idea how versatile pale pink booties would be, but they have proven to be quite a staple in my closet as I do wear them often.
I have some more kimono outfits already photographed and ready to share on the blog soon. So I hope you don’t all get tired of seeing them! At least it’s not another crop top…because I have recently become obsessed with those, too. Ooh, maybe I need to style a crop top with a kimono! Stay tuned…I feel the inspiration kicking in!
How do you transition your Summer wardrobe pieces into Fall?
Keeping it on the edge,
Shelbee
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32 Comments
jacqui berry
Love the soft pink with your denim dress – I agree a perfect look for Autumn. I’ve styled an outfit that works well for Autumn today too Shelbee. x Jacqui Mummabstylish
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Thank you so much, Jacqui! I will be over shortly to see your transitional autumn outfit!
xoxo
Shelbee
Nancy Baten
What a good combination. Those colours look fabulous together. And what a great view across that water! Have a great start of the week!
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Thanks so much, Nancy! I do love this color combination and I wore this exact outfit a few times last summer and fall. I should get it out and wear it again, for sure. Have a happy Monday!
xoxo
Shelbee
amely rose
Pink and blue is always such a lovely color combination – a soft shade (pink) and the kinda strong tone (blue).
THis look is simply perfect for the cooly summer days. Amazing styling my dear.
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Thanks so much, Amely! It is a great color combination and one that I don’t wear often enough.
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Shelbee
Tamar A Strauss-Benjamin
It matches the details on the dress perfectly!
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Thanks, Tamar! I was so excited when I discovered that especially since the two pieces are from two different stores! I love when that happens!
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Shelbee
Kellyann Rohr
I LOVE the color of that kimono and it is perfect with that dress. Those booties! Oh how I love those too! Your hair looks amazing! Just gorgeous my friend!
xo,
Kellyann
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Thank you so very much, Kellyann! I never thought pink booties would be as versatile as they are! I wear these quite often. And that was how short my hair was last summer…I am still growing it out. I am not quite ready to go that short again!
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Shelbee
jodie filogomo
How could one get tired of kimonos?? They are the perfect topper, and this one is perfect with this outfit, Shelbee!!
XOXO
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I could never tire of my kimonos, Jodie! But I fear people may get sick of me talking about them! Hahaha. Thanks for stopping by and have an amazing week!
xoxo
Shelbee
Suzy Turner
Shelbee, you look utterly beautiful! I think pink is really your colour (after green, of course!). Seriously, I’m totally LOVING this whole outfit on you. I was just over at Nancy’s Fashion Style who was also all in the pink on Friday. There must be something in the water 😉
Hugs, my friend
Suzy xxx
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Suzy, thanks so much! I do love wearing pink as much I love green! But I find myself wearing black most of the time! Nancy looks amazing in her all pink on Friday’s post, doesn’t she?! Have a great week, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Pat
Very pretty kimono and I love that it matches your boots as well as your dress!
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Thanks so much, Pat! I do love this color combination and should probably wear it more often!
Have a great week.
xoxo
Shelbee
Susan
Wow! This outfit is really, really pretty. All of it is perfection, and you look adorable, Shelbee. It’s nice to see a kimono that is not covered in flowers, and the color combo is awesome too. Whenever I find myself looking at pink boots, I just assume I would rarely wear them. Just when I think I know what I am buying next, you sashay in, in your pink boots and make me rethink it all. Well Done!
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Ha, Susan, thanks so much! Sorry for my convincing sashaying! I have a ton of printed kimonos but solid color ones are absolute must haves, too! And seriously, I never thought I would wear pink boots as often as I do. They are quite versatile in the pale blush color.
xoxo
Shelbee
susan
I can honestly say, I never get tired of hearing about kimonos…
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And I never get tired of wearing them, Susan!
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Shelbee
Mireille
I really bed to get a kimono! I love your outfit! The booties give the outfit a lil edge which complements the free and kimono so well. A lil seet, a lil edgy.. Perfect combo!
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Thanks so much, Mireille! I styled a dress and a kimono again today! It is easy styling and always looks put together.
Have a great week!
xoxo
Shelbee
Gigi Kiersten
Woah, it’s been a while Shelbee! However, I really do love that look on you. It’s all so very dainty and feminine without being too serious about it.
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Thanks so much, Gigi! It’s nice to hear from you. I hope all is well!
xoxo
Shelbee
Lisa Richardson
I love this mix of the dress and kimono. Knox Rose has some of the best pieces with a Free People feel at a much better price! XO
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Thanks, Lisa! I love the Knox Rose line, too! I hope Target keeps them around for a while.
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Shelbee
Maria | passion fruit, paws and peonies
I’m so pleased you decided to ‘re-cycle’ this post – the pink kimono is so lovely, especially with that khaki colour! Keep the kimonos coming with confidence my lovely, you rock them and it’s lovely to see! xx
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Thanks so much, Maria! I am glad I recycled this post, too. I am going to wear this outfit again this week I think! I have another kimono coming tomorrow. Ha. I just can’t stop!
xoxo
Shelbee
Claire Justine
Love the pops of pink in your outfit Shelbee. Beautiful combination 🙂 Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays.
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Thanks so much, Claire!
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Shelbee
Jessica A Jannenga
Hi Shelbee
I love this look! Pretty shift dress and I love the embroidery! The pink kimono is such a pretty shade on you. I rememeber you had a pink beret for fall/winter and i am going to look for one too… pink is a great color on you. Love the booties too! Getting excited for bootie weather.
thanks for linking!
jess xx
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Thanks so much, Jess! I do have a pink beret and I just grabbed a really pretty burgundy one on clearance. I am so ready for boots and winter hats, too! I look forward to seeing how you style a pink beret.
xoxo
Shelbee