budget,  fall,  fashion

Maxi Dress as Kimono

September 25, 2023 /

Sometimes you purchase something and it is not exactly what you expect: I often forget to read the details about the fabric and while this dress’ shape and color looks exactly like the picture online, it is not the material I had hoped. It fits buttoned up but feels kind of stiff and I decided that I might like it better as a kimono. I have several ideas on how to wear it, but this was the first that came to mind (I also think that it would look great over a column of white.

In early fall, when it is a little too early for booties, I pull out my wedge sneakers. I think I have a tan pair, this black one and a pair of leopard ones. Sadly, I probably won’t wear this dress as much as I thought I would, but I do love the colors and pattern so I decided not to return it.

My mom recently gave me two gorgeous French berets (yes, she brought them back from France) that she had never worn. This color was the perfect match for the dress! The other one is a magnificent royal blue. I plan to wear them to church this fall as well as to add a little something extra to a bad hair day.

My mother in law was funny when she saw me walk out the door to take pictures: she said I look like a queen. I guess the beret looks like a crown and the kimono dress like a royal cape!

I first put together this outfit without the belt and necklace, but it really needed both. They help create a more finished look. It still feels like summer here, with cooler mornings and slightly cooler evening, but it won’t be long until it feels like fall! Then I can wear layers to my heart’s content!

I am going to miss my summer welcome sign: I hope I can find something similar that I like at Aldi again for fall. Something with a little pumpkin or two!

A bientôt!

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