Good morning, Tuesday. It's a beautiful day in New York and prayers to everyone in our country and in the world that needs a little help this morning. It's clear there is a good deal of suffering happening, and there are no words to describe my sadness for the situation in Nepal and the one in Baltimore and everywhere else where humans are so greatly in need of healing. My heart and mind are with you today, and tomorrow, and the next day, and then some. Let's stand together.
But since I don't want to politicize this post and since I am holding my tongue in favor of some well needed silence and prayers, I'm going to embrace this beautiful day and think about style yet again. Now it's not exactly news that chic boho types have been wearing kimonos for a few seasons now, but I just love this trend and think it's a beautiful way to add some softness to your life. First of all, I love the way silk feels against my skin, and second of all, I love pairing a piece that's unstructured with something a bit more tucked in like a tank and flares or a simple black tube/tank dress. Plus, there's a bit of a Mrs. Roper moment happening, and since my inner spirit animal is a colorful fauve of a woman mixed with Keith Richards mixed with Jess from "Girls", I'm all about this piece I found in Kaight, a great boutique in my 'hood that carries lots of organic an American made clothing. Not sure this is either, but this pretty (and pretty well priced) kimono from LA based brand Foley & Keane caught my eye on the way to pick up Khan yesterday.
I love love love the color way and print, the long length, and of course, the 100% silk feel. What do you say to channeling Jess and tucking into a pretty kimono this Spring? I love her style and am in love with this piece- even though she is a hot mess, she manages to always look fabulous. For those who want something more akin to a bed jacket, there's a shorter take that is also quite lovely and a bit more Japanese in feel. Sure it's a statement, but life is short. Why not make one?
Cause that's what's up this spreading my wings and sleeves kind of Tuesday in the 212. Yours, in silky, pretty things. XO
Link to buy here.