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This week, Keren Charles of Two Stylish Kays, and I are rocking KIMONOS!
Let me first start off with saying that while Keren and I discuss the fashion themes, we do not plan out our color schemes in any way! However, since we have started this Thrift Sisters Link Up three weeks ago, we literally noticed that we have both had the exact color scheme each week. And, oops, we did it again :). Check out Keren’s blog for the details on her amazing floor length kimono.
I am working with a short kimono in this outfit. While I have been on the look out for a kimono at my local thrift and consignment stores, I haven’t ran across any that I really loved. Yes, although the prices are definitely right (under $5 in some stores), I still need to love the piece. But, as you already know, thrifty fashionistas can still shop retail and obtain thrifty priced items. I bought this beautiful kimono from one of my favorite stores, TJ Maxx for $12.99. I especially like this kimono because of the beautiful blue colors, the lace detail in the sleeves and of course, the price.
I normally don’t hop to every trend out there. I pretty much go with the flow. But, I do love this kimono trend this spring/summer season. I am ALWAYS cold, no matter what the temperature claims to be. However, adding this kimono to an outfit like this, is perfect for me. The kimono is light weight, stylish, and I am not going to get many stares from folks like I normally get when I am wearing a jacket in 80 degrees.
I wanted a casual outfit on this day, so I paired it with these gorgeous wedges I scored on the San Diego Thrifting Bus Tour. I boasted about this score here on my youtube channel. But, check out the flower details in the wedge heels — simply gorg! The Banana Republic denim skirt was also a thrift find from Goodwill for $3.99. The studded tank top I purchased from Forever 21 a few years ago during a clearance sale for $2.99. Yes, it’s still holding up wonderfully…lol. However, one of my BEST thrift find EVER, is the over sized clutch I added to this outfit. I found this brand new Zambos & Siega Brigitte clutch at Island Thrift in Long Island, New York. I paid $3.00, it retails for over $200. What can I say, I LOVE THRIFTING!
Now, let’s jump into our fourth week of our Thrift Sisters link up! Keren Charles and I launched our Thrift Sisters link up, encouraging you all to post thrifted or thrifty priced items to this link up. We are very appreciative of those who took time out to link up their great thrifted items.
This week’s featured Thrift Sister is Alexandra Stella of Funky Jungle. Check out those awesome thrifted wedges and cashmere sweater that she paired with this GORGEOUS midi skirt! Definitely head over to her blog to see more stylish outfits.
Now it’s your turn to join us this week. Please link up your favorite thrifted or thrifty priced item. Here are the rules. Go ahead and link away for a chance to be featured as our next Thrift Sister!
I think I will need to add your kimono to my wardrobe. Please send to Atlanta ASAP.
Keren,
lol. I have a box starting with your name on it.
Loving the tribal print kimono! The lace details are so unexpected and stylish! Looks great paired with your denim skirt:)
Robyn
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Robyn,
Thanks for stopping by!!!! The lace detail is actually what made me buy this kimono above others.
Coincidence or not, I love that you are coordinated! And that clutch! My goodness, what an amazing thrift find!
Lyddiegal,
Thank you!!! Yes, that clutch is definitely one of my BEST thrift find ever!
We live for finds like that clutch, don’t we? 🙂 I very much also love the color and patterning of your kimono. My own kimono ootd has been month ago or I’d link it. Anyways …
Thank you very much for featuring me!!! 🙂
Alex – Funky Jungle
Alex,
Who are you telling about living for those finds…ah!!!! You can link old posts at anytime. Your posts don’t have to only be recent posts. A great post is always welcomed here at Thrift Sisters Link Up.
You find the most amazing thrifting deals. I saw a new Goodwill in my area and I got excited because it was one the nicer side of town. It was a lot bigger than the one near my house so we stopped to try to look around. However, we when got to the door they were closing 🙁 I will have to try to make it back soon because I love all your thrifting deals.
Sonya,
Oh no!!!! lol. Definitely give it a try again. You won’t be let down once you get in there.
You both look gorgeous. Love both of those kimonos. I have yet to add one or two to my closet.
Pleasure linking up. My thrift ways today are by shopping my closet. 😉
Ada,
Thank you for linking up!!! I am very surprised that you don’t have one yet. I can’t wait to see the ones you do add.
This is far from what I was expecting when I read Kimono. They are beautiful and you look amazing!
Melissa,
Hahaha. I know, when I first saw the trend in a magazine, I certainly wasn’t expecting this. But, I do love them.
I’ve been wanting to get a kimono for ages! You both look lovely. I will definitely check out TJ Maxx! 🙂
Tania,
Thank you!!! TJ Maxx is your store! Hope to see yours on the blog.
These are really cute. I totally want one for fall.
Thank you! I definitely see this as a fall trend that will be popular.
Love the colors in both kimonos!
Alicia,
Thank you!
I think this colour scheme works perfectly on both of you! 🙂
Jemma,
Thank you!!!
Oh wow, you guys look great. I love that you are matching and these kimonos were a great find! I haven’t been thrifting all this summer, saving for college tuition so I am enjoying seeing yours each week.
Antionette,
Thank you! Yes, saving for tuition might put a halt on some shopping. But, thank you for checking out the blog for your weekly virtual fix..lol.
I appreciate your efforts in preparing this post. I really like your blog articles.
I have been looking for a Kimono for a while now! I love that one! Will have to stop by a TJ MAXX sometime soon!!
Mandy,
Yes, stop by TJ Maxx soon!!! They have a great assortment.
Cute kimono, you look so comfy!
Jessica,
Thank you!!! Yes, they are DEFINITELY comfy.
You seriously are SO cute. I love all of the Kimono’s right now.
Jordan,
Ahhh, you are too nice! Thank you!
Loving this look!!! I love kimonos for Fall. 🙂
Kayli,
Thank you!! Yes, they will probably be a staple fall piece.
I love the Kimono! It looks really pretty on you. It is definitely becoming a trendy item.
Lissa,
Thank you! Would not believe a kimono will be a trendy item huh! Love them though.
Great kimonos! I love Alexandra’s skirt!!
Jessica,
Thank you! Yes, when we saw Alexandra’s skirt, we both fell for it.
You just proved that you don’t have to spend a fortune to look good 😉 you look great in these photos and you have a beauty smile.
Bettina,
Thank you! You are absolutely right about not spending a fortune to look good. It’s my mantra for sure.
I LOVE kimonos these days too! And I just moved to San Diego – I feel like we need to get together so you can teach me a thing or two about thrifting – I am TERRIBLE on my own, and have absolutely no idea where even start down here!
Joelle,
Thank you!!! Yes, we definitely need to get together. I am always on the look out for a thrifting buddy!
Super cute! I’m afraid to try kimonos because I’m short and round but you rock it!
Heather,
I think you can still rock a long one if it is has the right print. Thank you for the compliment though. Truly appreciate you stopping by.
Loooove your kimono you look stunning lady xo
Rachelle,
Yay, you stopped by! Thank you so very much. Truly appreciate your compliment coming from a style guru like yourself.
YES! I am loving kimonos. And you nailed it.
Deidre,
Thank you! Appreciate the compliment.
I love these kimonos. The colors the pairings everything. You ladies looks gorgeous!
Adanna,
Thank you!!!! Hope to see you at the link up one Wednesday.
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I love this Kimono! And the colors look great on you! I think I need to make a stop by TJ Maxx and see if I can find one!
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Rebecca,
Thank you! Yes, definitely see what you can find at TJ Maxx. Reasonable prices and very cute.
Oh my gosh, I LOVE that kimono!!!
Amber,
Thank you. They had some great kimonos at TJ Maxx.
I love those kimonos!! I love thrifting too- and I thinks it’s awesome you are doing a link-up! I will have to join- I want to write a new post first. I will also have to check out you Youtube- I do youtube as well 🙂
Lisa,
Thank you! You should definitely do the link ups with us on Wednesdays! Looking forward to seeing your outfits as well. I will check out your youtube channel too.
You girls look so fab in your kimonos and I´m definitely loving the color palettes in your outfits. I´m linking up this time because I´m wearing a pair of cut off shorts that I got on the last winter sale for less than 20 euros. 😉
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Cheryl,
Thank you for linking up! Yes, less than 20euros is definitely a steal and a definite link up.
I need to get into the kimono trend!!
Raewyn,
It took a little bit of time for me to get on board as well, but I am definitely along for the ride now.
You wear that kimono so well! This is definitely a trend I’m seeing pick up for fall…way to be ahead of the game 🙂
Such a pretty kimono. The print is absolutely adorable. I love the way you styled with the denim skirt that I haven’t seen before. You look amazing!
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I LOVE KIMONOS! I have about 3 of them and want to wear them all the time!
Leanna,
Thank you! Girl I would love to own some more. That is my only kimono but I am definitely on the look out for them. Thank you for stopping by.
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