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Thrift Inspiration, In Oscar De La Renta

Kimonos are very much in trend at the moment and are such pretty versatile pieces to own.

Here are a couple of my favourite ones from Topshop, currently available to buy now:

Topshop, £55

Topshop, £35

I was fortunate to thrift my own kimono two summers ago, its a vintage Oscar De La Renta gown from the Salvation Army charity shop

They are a perfect cover for evening wear, lounging, swimwear or over a cami top and denim cut offs. Have you got a kimono gown already or be investing in one?

23 comments:

WendyB said...

I would look more glamorous wearing one of those around the house than the crappy t-shirts I really wear!

its simple love said...

I love your style! Top shop is one of my faves. I hope you are lovely week!

Rachael

hippyatheart said...

I love kimonos, have several posts about them :) The most beautiful onese are from Winter Kate (Asos) or vintage from my fav ebay shop thriftwares.
I don't own a classical kimono jacket, but I love the knitted ones from All Saints! They have several cardigans for sale that are patterned and have a kimono cut (but with skinny sleeves).

love the trend so much, they where a big thing in the 70s and 80s, too!

love your kimono, the colours are nice and will suit you perfectly!

kind regards,
http://www.hippiebohoreloaded.blogspot.com

Vix said...

I love yours, the colours are so vibrant and fun. I can imagine you'd feel fabulous wearing that beauty. xxx

www.janetteria.com said...

Mhmmm, I love Urs too and I can say totally U!

Rebecca said...

When I am as tall and slender as you, I WILL begin my search for a kimono gown :)

Smashingbird said...

I Love drapey kimono type things. Have been searching for one for ages.

CameronPoe2409 said...

I must admit I'd spotted a kimono on the Dorothy Perkins website in their Studio 54 collection that I really liked. I really like your bargain and styling ideas, it will be perfect for summer so fingers crossed we get some sun! xx

Pearl Westwood said...

Oh what a fabulous find! I was actually watching one on ebay and forgot to bid, so frustrating!! I think they look wonderful over jeans and heels for the evening.

jess said...

They have such pretty prints.

Penny Dreadful Vintage said...

I have a few kimonos and live them, but wish I was lucky enough to have an Oscar one too! Lush colours :)

Life In a Little House said...

Those are very pretty I love the flow of them. ~I may have to try something like this out ~Love Heather

Carol said...

Hee hee. I have one of those Topshop kimonos on my most recent blog post, its amazing. Totally jealous of your vintage kimono though, what an absolute find. I may do some charity shopping this weekend...

Carol x
www.mystylisms.blogspot.com

Christina @ Fashion's Most Wanted said...

Dear Sharon, I have loads of kaftans and dressing gowns but only one kimono.

The Top Shop one is lovely. And the Oscar - you are brilliant at hunting down a designer bargain! xx

SabinePsynopsis said...

What a catch! And in wonderful summer colours. I'd love to see how you wear it, Sharon.

Winnie said...

The first Topshop one is just lovely but your thrifted one is THE BEST! I love the pink, purple and green. Clashing colours at their best I would say :) It's such a gorgeous find Sharon!

Death By Shoe said...

What a great deal! I'm jealous!!! I love the other kimonos too, very similar.

-Danielle

Sharon S said...

Hi everyone-thanks so much for all your wonderful comments, I look forward to showing you the kimono in an outfit post soon! xx

yiqin; said...

i think they are perfect too!

Anonymous said...

beautiful pics and fabulous blog.

check out mine- i made a few kimonos of my own:

http://shinyupsidedowncrosses.blogspot.com/2011/01/weekend.html

<3
www.SHINYUPSIDEDOWNCROSSES.BLOGSPOT.com

Unknown said...

I love your colorful kimono! The print is so pretty.

I'd love to own a kimono, but have yet to find one that looks good on me. Still looking, though ...

vint junky said...

The Oscar de la Renta is head and shoulders above the high street versions. What a fantastic thrift!
xx

devilishlypleasurable said...

I love kimonos, but sadly only have a black one. Now I am coveting your awesome ODLR one! xx

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