Seven Ways to Wear a Kimono

A resounding theme of your kimono outfits requests was – “I can only think of like two ways to wear a kimono, help!”

Kimonos are a little tricky for a petite gal, you have to first find the right one that isn’t overwhelming and too long. I have three I’m sharing in this post, two of which are no longer available, which stinks – but the one that is available comes in several prints that could easily recreate any of these outfits. Plus, they have a great fit!

I like to think of a kimono as just another fun topper. When I first started wearing one, I often thought of boho vibe outfits only, but the more I started to throw it on top of other outfits, I liked how it looked! So, if you ask me, you can wear a kimono with just about anything, from a romper, denim shorts, t-shirt dress and even to a dressier dress.

With Paperbag Shorts

I didn’t really like these shorts until I put this outfit together. The kimono is the finishing piece it needed!

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With a Romper

I’m wearing a kimono here with a very casual (and very comfortable) romper, but it would also look great with a dressier romper. A romper is already an instant outfit and a kimono just adds to that easy outfit!

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With a Linen Dress

This linen dress from LOFT is beautiful! In the reviews it notes it’s thin, but that’s because it is linen. I personally wear a nude sip with it and it works. The dress is beautiful on its own, but a kimono makes for a great topper to mix it up.

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With Like Colors

You may remember this dress from this style session. The exact one has since sold out, but I’m linking similar styles for you. Pulling out a color from the kimono to wear underneath always looks great!

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With Denim Shorts

The most common way I see a kimono worn is just like this – denim shorts, cute tank top underneath. It’s a common one because it’s a great one! I knotted my tank top here, but you can also tuck it in. Originally seen in this style session.

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With a T-Shirt Dress

This little dress continues to be a top seller and comes in an out of stock in petite xxs (the size I’m wearing). It looks great with a kimono on top. You saw this dress styled multiple ways here.

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With Sneakers

A kimono looks great with sandals and heels, but it’s also cute with sneakers! You saw this originally styled here.

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A kimono also makes a great bathing suit cover up of course! There really is a lot you can do with one, and I hope this post helps you get more out of the kimonos in your closet.

-Brooke