OOTD: Kimono Girl

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Black Jersey Midi Dress - Charity Shop 
Sheer Red Floral Kimono - TOPSHOP (OLD)
Nude Gold Toe Capped Heels - Primark (OLD) 
Large Penny Farthing Necklace - eBay
Milo Round Sunglasses - TOPSHOP: 
Lipstick - Sephora Lipstain in Always Red
 
Lately I've been wearing Kimonos so much, my GBF has actually started calling me 'Kimono Girl'. The first time I bought one was way back in 2010 and since then they've ever so slowly began taking over my wardrobe. I love clothing from around the globe and I like to mix it up with some western clothing. Think Indian Bridal Bindhi and chunky Asian jewellery with a crop top and bodycon skirt? Fusion clothing: it screams smexy to me!

 I puchased this stunning floral number from Topshop a few years ago. It was one of those pieces that I wore once, washed it, dried it, put it back in the wardrobe and forgot about! Every now and then (weekly it seems) I go through one of those phases where "I've got nothing to wear!", so I'll pluck up the courage to dig deep into the wardrobe. And this is the baby I found.
 
I picked up the Jersey Midi dress from a charity shop back in April. It was actually a Maxi dress when I bought it, but my recent midi-craze meant that I had to cut a quarter off from the bottom, sew it back up. Et Voila! A midi dress!. 

 And yes, shock horror, I have my legs out. Initially I was wearing tights but as I was cycling (in heels, bad idea!) I peeled them off. It doesn't really help when you've got body oil on underneath either!

And there you have it! 

Are you a kimono or midi loving girl? Or both? And have you ever cycled in heels? If it was a breeze, what's your secret? ;) 

Lima is a Northern girl who chose life. Fashion and Makeup to her are just a little bit of fun, because life is already way too serious as it is. She's all about colour, because colour breaks down barriers, opens up the mind to new possibilities and makes everything feel a bit brighter.

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43 comments

  1. MEVISH19 May 2013 at 22:23

    Love that kamino on you looks stunning. The whole outfit looks hot!

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  2. Shabna19 May 2013 at 22:48

    LOVE the kimono, I really want one especially for midi dresses! Looks amazing on you x

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  3. Unknown20 May 2013 at 00:16

    Gorgeous shoes and gorgeous hair!!

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  4. Trudy Danso20 May 2013 at 00:17

    I want ur hair Halima! It totally rocks!!

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  5. Sam20 May 2013 at 00:48

    Hi doll, you look sensational, love the Asian inspired outfit, the kimono is a beautiful piece. Lurv your hair! Thanks for your sharing your style insight with me! May your week get off to a great start.

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  6. MILEX20 May 2013 at 01:57

    too good for words.

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  7. Kierra Makayla20 May 2013 at 03:24

    I've actually fallen in love with your blog. Your outfit is so amazing and your hair! You are beautiful. I will defintely be coming back to read more posts! xoxo

    loveekierramakayla.blogspot.com

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  8. The Equinox Fashion by Paweerata20 May 2013 at 04:56

    i do love love ur hair and ur style <3

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  9. R.ChamberofBeauty20 May 2013 at 05:49

    You look beautiful <3 <3 The kimono looks fabulous!!

    http://rakhshanda-chamberofbeauty.blogspot.in/

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  10. Unknown20 May 2013 at 10:55

    Beautiful heels and your hair is intriguing!

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  11. Unknown20 May 2013 at 11:37

    wow, love your hair!!! amazing. nice look!
    come and visit me, if u like follow on GFC or facebook :) kisses from Poland!
    hiddendream-fashion.blogspot.com

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  12. kristyn20 May 2013 at 12:26

    wow, you are so beautiful girl! and you have great style :) i'm totally loving midi lengths right now too and really want a skirt or a dress! thanks for stopping by my blog earlier :)

    xo,
    kristyn

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  13. little henry lee20 May 2013 at 13:38

    i love the kimono! they're not really my style or the kind of thing i can pull off but i do think they look lovely and elegant on the girls/ladies i see wearing them. you pull it off really well!

    little henry lee

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  14. Domenic20 May 2013 at 14:48

    so glad you stopped by. Love how good you are with these shoots xx

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  15. Nikki | The Ginger Diaries20 May 2013 at 15:16

    Tights and body oil / cream feels nasty doesn't it? Anyway, love the kimono! I have a red/black bandeau that would be perfect with it! x

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  16. GS20 May 2013 at 15:37

    My gosh you are a babe! Absolutely love that outfit and the Kimono, wanted one for about a year now and still haven't picked on up.
    Flawless!
    x
    -Jade
    gracious-silhouettes.blogspot.co.uk

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  17. Fashion and Tea Maniac20 May 2013 at 15:44

    You look stunning! Love your make up and the hair:)
    Great Kimono!
    x

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  18. Sue @ A Colourful Canvas20 May 2013 at 17:50

    Hey Halima, I love your look here. Fusion clothing...fantastic concept. Vancouver is very multi-cultural, and I can feel a shopping excursion coming on. I'm not a kimono girl...the sleeves bother me, but I love the midi length.

    Sue xo

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  19. Vanessa, Take only Memories20 May 2013 at 19:26

    What fabulous hair! And I love the kimono. So pretty!

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  20. Unknown20 May 2013 at 19:53

    I want my first kimono, I can imagine I would wear it all the time. You look stunning in your pics, inspired me to try something new, and not wearing heels to recycle. hehe. now following glad i found your blog.
    http://kimiandme.blogspot.co.uk/

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  21. Unknown20 May 2013 at 22:09

    Gorgeous!! Love the kimono, looks perfect with the midi dress xx

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  22. Unknown20 May 2013 at 22:10

    I don't own a kimono or a midi dress but have been meaning to try out a midi dress!
    They both look lovely on you.

    Hannah x

    http://b-l-a-b.blogspot.co.uk/

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  23. floating thru fields21 May 2013 at 02:56

    never really thought about a kimono....it's really cute though I like the color on you.
    also your hair color is awesome :)

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  24. None21 May 2013 at 09:53

    Hi Halima, thanks for stopping by my blog, I'm loving reading yours this morning!
    Your outfit here is gorgeous I need to invest in a kimono for summer!

    Emily xxx

    www.beleza-byems.blogspot.co.uk

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  25. The Style Rawr21 May 2013 at 10:02

    Such a beautiful kimono and I love your shoes too, can't believe they're from Primark! Wah.

    Tara
    www.thestylerawr.com
    xoxo

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  26. Anonymous21 May 2013 at 11:26

    Looking good. I love your shoes :-)

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  27. Unknown21 May 2013 at 12:18

    I LOVE kimonos. They look amazing and different from everything else. I just bought alot of sheer chiffon to make some kimonos myself! Fun times haha xx

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  28. Erica21 May 2013 at 14:11

    Your hair is killer, girl! Kimonos manage to be both super comfortable and fashionable. The bold color makes it a lot of fun too! :)

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  29. Loulou21 May 2013 at 14:50

    What a perfect outfit. If I had these great pieces in my wardrobe I would wear them exactly how you have. I like your style pretty lady!

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  30. Unknown21 May 2013 at 15:03

    Your kimono is stunning. I love the huge blossoms on the back of it! Also, you're so brave for cycling in heels! xx.

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  31. Mel21 May 2013 at 18:26

    Love this! And your blue hair is amazing x

    dontcrycowboy

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  32. Unknown21 May 2013 at 20:04

    Love your stile!!

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  33. Kate21 May 2013 at 21:04

    really cool outfit, love the mix of colors and your kimono!
    xx Kate

    The Style Department

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  34. Anonymous21 May 2013 at 22:18

    Fabulous outfit! Just perfect!

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  35. Glam Mania22 May 2013 at 05:53

    Your kimono chic outfit is fabulous and you look so gorgeous lady! <3

    xoxo

    glam-mania.blogspot.com

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  36. Unknown22 May 2013 at 07:56

    Midi dresses are my thing, my wardrobe is full of them! Can j just say how absolutely brilliant your hair is?! It's so gorgeous xo

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  37. Imogen22 May 2013 at 08:34

    Fantastic, so well put together. really adore this style of shoes with the silver toe caps at the moment.

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  38. That Girl; Saadiya22 May 2013 at 15:37

    You look do lovely! That Kimono is such a great colour :) Also loving the midi - I own about 4 now haha!
    Saadiya xx

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  39. Unknown22 May 2013 at 16:31

    Love this outfit! And your hair ohmygosh! Its stunning!

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  40. Aliya23 May 2013 at 10:23

    You look fab and I've just seen a kimono in Look magazine that looks right up your street! Xx

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  41. Unknown24 May 2013 at 19:33

    You look gorgeous!! I still adore your hair.

    I'd love to be able to pull off a kimono. xx

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  42. Anonymous25 May 2013 at 09:03

    I love the colour of that kimono! The heels look great with this outfit! :D

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  43. Anonymous25 May 2013 at 12:51

    So lovely! I love kimono tops, especially ones with beautiful and color prints (like yours). It looks great on everyone and you can style it in so many ways.

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