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A Gift from a Friend- Mint Lace Kimono

 

Good Morning Ladies!

Well, as we are winding down here in the Summer months, its always an interesting time for blog photos. Approaching September, some years it has remained 90 degrees, but yet the retailers are pulling out all of the Fall fashion mid summer. Today, I am wearing a more summery look as we dwindle down the remaining days.

I hope everyone had a great weekend! We spent ours out and about, exploring some new places to eat and attending a Music festival at D9, a local brewery. As much as I have “tried” to like beer, I have come to the realization that I just don’t! Instead you can be sure they will have a paltry offering of wine there, usually your choice of “Red” or “White”, which is ok with me. I am pretty  easy going.

My blogger friend Shelbee, of Shelbee On the Edge, sent me this beautiful mint lace kimono in the mail. I was very surprised and taken with her generosity.  This was an example of  Just because. Wanting to make someone feel good. I really appreciated it.

I had a mesh mint top from Anthropologie that was the perfect matching top to go with this and I really saw this with a pair of white skinny jeans and my tan suede fringe clutch. My inner “boho” was let free! This was my first kimono and I doubt will be the last, as I really do enjoy the versatility of the piece as well as the style with jeans and other garments

Do you own a kimono and how do you style them?

See you tomorrow for MY WEEKLY LINKUP TURNING HEADS TUESDAY! AS ALWAYS THERE ARE OVER 120+ BLOGS TO PERUSE AND ENJOY.

Have a great day!

Jess xo

Outfit details: Kimono- Shelbee ( gift) Love this one and this. 

white jeans: Ann Taylor , similar

Espadrilles_ Franco Sarto, sim

fringe clutch- c/o Uno Alla Volta

Necklace: Sylca Designs

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Here are some kimonos that I thought you might enjoy, and have listed 2 more above.

August 28, 2017 By
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Hello, My name is Jess and I am a 50 yr old fashion blogger who believes that fashion is all about expression and having fun. I have a Connective Tissue disease - Ehlers-Danlos and I want to tell you that it does not define me! I'm also here to tell you Fashion at 50 doesn't mean frumpy! I love color, mixing textures, wearing skirts and dresses ( mostly) and strive for a feminine look. I love Old Hollywood Hair. I live in NC with my husband and my other two loves: Gibson and Truffles, my two shih tzu fur babies.

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22 Comments

  • Reply
    thestylesplash
    September 5, 2017 at 5:33 pm

    How lovely of Shelbee to send you this beautiful mint kimono! I love how you’ve styled it with the white jeans and that gorgeous fringed clutch.

    Emma xxx
    http://www.style-splash.com

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    timetravelwithkatekitsch
    September 4, 2017 at 6:41 am

    lovely with your hair collor

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    Athena at Minerva's Garden
    September 3, 2017 at 9:03 pm

    Hello Jess! I am a new reader of your blog, and just wanted to say what a lovely outfit this is! I also have a kimono, but mine is a bright red print, and after looking at the way you’ve styled yours it reminds me that it will make an excellent transition piece into warmer fall clothing. It makes a nice extra layer to go over of a sleeveless top.Thank you for sharing this with us!

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    Claire justine
    September 3, 2017 at 12:48 pm

    Beautiful kimono Jess, what a beautiful colour 🙂 Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays

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    Nicole Mölders
    September 3, 2017 at 12:01 am

    Thanks for linking up to Top of the World Style. The double fringe outfit is stunning! Who had thought that fringe on fringe can look so great! I love that clutch!

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    Amy Christensen
    September 1, 2017 at 4:55 pm

    There you are styling green, again! That’s because you look so beautiful in it. I love that kimono. Lace and fringe! What could be more perfect? – Amy
    http://stylingrannymama.com/

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    jacqui
    September 1, 2017 at 2:29 pm

    Mint green is such a great colour for you Jess – love this outfit. Thanks for sharing on Fabulous Friday Link-up. x Jacqui
    http://www.mummabstylish.com

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    terrigardner1
    September 1, 2017 at 12:59 pm

    Wow, the raw edged embellishments of the shirt mesh so well with the lace. This look is Boho but super romantic at the same time-love it.

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    dousedinpink
    August 31, 2017 at 9:32 pm

    Shelbee is so sweet! Your kimono is gorgeous! Love the color on you! I’m also loving your fringe bag!

    Jill
    Doused in Pink

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    Jone't
    August 29, 2017 at 6:54 am

    The fringed clutch is divine and the lacy kimono, right on trend. Love this look. Xo Jonet

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      Jess Jannenga
      August 29, 2017 at 10:42 am

      Thank you Jone’t! It was my first kimono, but probably not my last 🙂 xx

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    Suzi Grant
    August 29, 2017 at 2:45 am

    So sorry I called you Jodie instead of Jess! Half asleep this morning. Suzi (Alternative Ageing)

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    Suzi Grant
    August 29, 2017 at 2:43 am

    Jodie, what a lovely outfit, I love my kimono but still haven’t worn it in the UK out of the house. I must before it’s the Fall! Love your boots as well. Great look. Suzi x (Alternative Ageing.)

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      Jess Jannenga
      August 29, 2017 at 10:47 am

      Hi Suzi no problem! So glad you enjoyed this look. This was my first kimono and I really do love it. I wanted to wear it before Fall approached and it got to chilly here. Yes, do wear it! xx

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    Anna
    August 28, 2017 at 7:38 pm

    Such a lovely gesture from her, Jess. She knew how lovely you would look in it, the colour is sensational on you.
    https://lookingfabulousat50.blogspot.com.au

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      Jess Jannenga
      August 29, 2017 at 10:23 am

      Yes it was Anna! I was very touched. I love it, and see myself wearing this more and more in the summer. xx

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    Patti
    August 28, 2017 at 9:45 am

    That’s a beautiful kimono, and what a lovely gesture from Shelbee I think you styled it beautifully with the slim white jeans and gorgeous jewelry. Thanks for linking up, xo.

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      Jess Jannenga
      August 28, 2017 at 10:07 am

      Thank you Patti! It was my style for sure and im so glad you like how I styled it. Sylca Designs has some fab jewelry too. xx

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    shelbeeontheedge1
    August 28, 2017 at 9:23 am

    Jess, I knew you would style it beautifully, but you have completely wowed me! This looks amazing! I love it paired with the matching mint top and that necklace is gorgeous! I am so glad your inner bohemian has been released! I think I am going to show yet another kimono on my blog this Thursday. Because I have a bit of a kimono addiction. Thanks so much for sharing this kimono on your blog!

    Shelbee
    http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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      Jess Jannenga
      August 28, 2017 at 10:06 am

      Thank you Shelbee! So glad you like the look. I first tried it wiht darker jeans but liked the fresh look of the white denim . I bought the necklace months ago, but this went perfectly together, so I looked forward to it. Yes, I love a boho look too 🙂 xx

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    Jodie
    August 28, 2017 at 8:52 am

    Shelbee picked the perfect kimono for you, Jess!! What an incredible gesture!!!
    And you look as beautiful as ever in it!!
    XOOX
    Jodie
    http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

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      Jess Jannenga
      August 28, 2017 at 9:30 am

      Thank you Jodie! It was perfect for me, right? I loved the thought and look forward to wearing it more. xx

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