How to Style: Kimonos

Kimonos are the most versatile summer trend to have in your closet. Wear it as a cover up, pair it with jeans, layer over a romper, or style it for a business casual look...the possibilities are endless!

Shop My Look:

Kimono - Bob's Stores

Tank: Old Navy

Pixie Pants: Old Navy

Wedges: Kohl's - similar

Hooked in the kimono trend? Here are some of my favorite kimonos! 

How are you going to style yours?! 

Tribal Print Kimono

Feather Embroidered Chiffon Kimono

Foliage Kimono

Eyelash Lace Kimono

Fringe Kimono

Isobel Printed Kimono

Abstract Tile Print Kimono

2015 Summer Fashion Trend: Dresses Galore!

There's nothing more feminine to me than dresses. I love the versatility of styles on the market right now for the summer. A personal favorite that will always be my first go-to dress is the ever so chic maxi dress. Ladies, let's face it - sometimes you just don't have the time to shave your legs or just flat out don't feel like it! Maxi dresses hide that leg stubble and allow you to sit comfortably (because sometimes you just don't feel like crossing your legs!). The 2015 Summer Fashion Trends are forecasting a lot of maxi dresses ranging from casual which can be worn to run errands or at the beach to sophisticated which can be worn to an event or gala.



Sandy Maxi Dress  Carys Tribal Print Maxi Dress  Maddie Lace Back Front Thigh Split Maxi Dress

Another 2015 Summer Fashion Trend is lace. Lace dresses are the ultimate flirty fashion staple to have in your closet (in my opinion!). Lace overlays are a more modest and sophisticated style for more formal events, while lace cutouts are a sexy option for date night. 








Polly Lace Sleeveless Smock Dress  Rosie Lace High Neck Dress  Halle Strappy Lace Dress

 

 

White is the color of summer....at least in my closet.  Year after year, white is always in style and a top trend for the season. Nothing accentuates a tan better than a white hot dress. From bohemian vibes to a cocktail party to a night in the club, you can't go wrong with a creamy white dress.





 Maddie Flower Lace Long Sleeve Dress  Sara Seam Detail Skater   Nadia Embossed Sleeve Dress

 

 

What's the morale of this post my fellow fashionistas? Dresses are a must-have in your summer wardrobe! Whether you like the tomboy look or keep it super feminine, there are styles available for everyone's taste.

 

All the dresses featured in this post are available at Boohoo.com. This site is becoming one of my favorites because of the large selection of apparel and accessories and the variety of sizes. Boohoo has petite to plus size apparel in all trends for all seasons. It's about time a website did this!

 





Take 25% off Everything at boohoo! Use code: ALL4YOU. Valid 5/31/15 only. Hurry, shop now!

Summer to Fall: Transitional Outfit Ideas

It drives me crazy how stores are already selling fall and winter fashion when it's 100 degrees outside. There are so many adorable looks for sale, which of course I end up buying, that sit in my closet taunting me until cooler weather comes. When I buy something, I can't wait to wear it. So how retailers sell for the seasons is absolute torture.

 

So how does one have their cake and eat it to? By mixing together fashion from different seasons. Pants with a tank top, blazers with shorts, skirts with sweaters...it all works. And it doesn't stop with just the style of clothing, colors apply too. Adding pops of crimson red add a fall touch to transitional outfits. Below are some of my favorite outfits I pieced together with all pieces currently for sale. (pssst look for the coupon codes underneath to save on each look!)

 

Top // Heels // Pants // Bag

 

Chiffon Maxi // Tucker Necklace // Crossbody Bag // Kendall Heel

25% off entire purchase: AJG7P3

 

 

 

Belle Dress //Belt // Necklace // Heels
20% off necklace: tempting20

 

 

 

 

Santa Fe Dress // Boots // Earrings
10% off earrings: KELLY10

 

 

 

 

Top // Pants // Heels
Join their mailing list for a $10 coupon!

 

 

Top // Skirt // Booties // Hat // Purse
20% off purchase: CHOOSE20

30% off regularly priced items: CHOOSE30

New Boutique Finds

Fashion isn't a competition. When I find a new boutique that I love, I share it with my fellow fashionistas! I like to see how others style outfits for inspiration with my own style.

I actually discovered Blush and Bashful Boutique last night after they added me on Instagram. There is honestly not one thing I would not wear in this boutique. They do have a plus size section which only has a few items for sale, along with shoes, accessories, jewelry, and men's clothing.



 

 Another Instagram discovery was Nobella Grace Boutique. They have this fabulous program where you can purchase a Bella Box in all different sizes which consists of pieces picked just for you by a personal stylist within the company.





Petals is an ultra feminine shop featuring apparel and accessories in bright colors, bold prints, and flirty cuts for summer.

Urban Peach is an affordable boutique carrying jewelry, clothing, and bags. I'm a huge fan of their dainty jewelry which adds a delicate feel to any outfit. Not to mention their handbags and clutches are extremely cheap for the styles offered!

Sincerely Sweet Boutique is literally a one-stop shop. Clothing, hosiery, accessories, sleepwear, swimwear, and more, it's so overwhelming you won't know where to look first. (p.s. they're having a contest on Instagram to win a $50 gift card!)

Moda Mia Fashion is definitely going to be one of my new online staples. I stumbled across this boutique a few days ago and fell in love. Their clothing and shoes are so chic and transition perfectly from work wear to a night out on the town.

What do you think of these shops? Share anything you buy with me and my followers on Instagram with hashtag #thefashionminute ! Have a new boutique you discovered? Share it with me!