OUTFITS: Summery Silk Kimono and... Yep: Another Dip Hem!

Hi Hi Hi!   This post comes with a slight health warning up-front. If you're sick of the sight of me sporting dip hems, hi-low dres...

Hi Hi Hi! 

 This post comes with a slight health warning up-front. If you're sick of the sight of me sporting dip hems, hi-low dresses and skirts, I suggest you look away now!
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Okay, so thanks for not looking away yet! This will probably be my last post on these... Okay I lie, I bought another one from Forever21 a week ago that I'm dying to show you, but that's it! Unsurprisingly the Hi Low dress in this post is also from Forever21. They have really got it going on right now, every week they have exciting new stuff in abundance, their stock rotation must be crazy high!

I picked up this pretty standard black dress with buttons running down the front and gold-tipped collar that give the illusion of a blouse. The gold tips really made this stand out for me, I mean it's pretty enough as it is but those tips had a hissy fit in the store demanding that I buy this dress. I much prefer the cut of the collar on this to those 'Peter Pan' collars that have been doing the rounds for years. Why won't they just grow up and fly away?

Anyway, I paired my freshly-bought dress with this beautiful blue silk kimono. For some reason this baby has never made it on to the blog before, which is almost criminal on my part as I actually purchased it just before going away to Dubai in 2011. It's been a staple in my wardrobe ever since, I find that draping myself in black brings my mood down a little so throwing this on over the top gives dark outfits a burst of life and colour. Most importantly, it makes me feel like *ME* again! :)

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Gold Tipped Collar High Lo Dress - Forever21 (this season)
Blue Silk Floral Kimono - Miss Selfridge (OLD)
Gold Studded Skinny Belt - Gift
Black Wraparound Diamante Bracelet - Forever21 (this season)
Gold Leopard Headed Bracelet - Forever21 (this season)
Gold Emerald Necklace - Personal Palace 


The emerald looking necklace you see in the photos was purchased from Instagram of all places. I came across a boutique on there called Personal Palace and managed to bag this for under £15. It's pretty sleek looking and has been absolutely dazzling in all the recent sun we've had. It dazzles so much, the light bouncing off of it has driven my kittens up the wall - literally!

For those of you fasting, I hope it's going well for you so far! My headaches haven't quite subsided yet, it must be the body craving its caffeine fix. *shakes like a junkie* 
 

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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26 comments

  1. Unknown24 July 2013 at 23:22

    Stunning. Love the kimono! ^_^
    Maria xx
    thefashionsucker.blogspot.dk

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    1. Lima24 July 2013 at 23:44

      Thank you, Maria! Glad you liked it :)

      xo

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  2. Sheenie24 July 2013 at 23:41

    *bangs drums* You are awesome! Your fashion posts are giving me a lot of food for thought...I need to be more adventurous rather than conventionally safe. Well done, Lima - hope you go far. Xxx

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    1. Lima24 July 2013 at 23:46

      Fanks, Sheenie! Ahh, I'm glad, hope this post has inspired you to inject a bit of colour in your life!

      xo

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  3. Unknown25 July 2013 at 00:49

    your necklace is gorgeous!

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    1. Lima25 July 2013 at 01:27

      Ta, Kayennat! Definitely check out Personal Palace, they have some lovely jewellery pieces in at the moment.

      xo

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  4. Le Petite Moustache25 July 2013 at 00:55

    Why the heck did I just click on your blog???! I was supposed to get an early night but that's out the window now....and now I'm ridiculously tempted to ombre' my hair blue (not even just saying that, I bought all the goods for it a couple of months ago but have been putting it off)....frickin love your blog, love you style, love your hair, and your kitten is absolutely adorable....ughhh gosh I sound like a groupie, meh whatever, I love coming across sick blogs like this so I ain't even mad; *followed* obvs!
    xxxxxxx

    segenswunsche.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Lima25 July 2013 at 01:29

      OMG. Your comment made me smile! Thank you my love! Seriously, go for it. If you need any advise, let me know. And don't forget to show me a picture when you've finally done it :)

      xo

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  5. Anonymous25 July 2013 at 01:13

    This outfit is beautiful! The kimono is so elegant! As for Peter Pan collars...I love them, I don't want them to fly away! lol

    Mabel
    Life of Mabel

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    1. Lima25 July 2013 at 01:30

      Gracias, Mabel! Oh aye, can't get enough of kimonos, my collection of them is getting beyond ridiculous now, it isn't going to stop any time soon either ;)

      xo

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  6. Unknown25 July 2013 at 05:44

    I love everything about this! The armcandy especially!

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  7. zara c25 July 2013 at 05:56

    I get so excited when i see your posts now! you need to upload everyday!!! love your style, blog and cat too! hehe I have said it before and i will say it again, your so talented in what you do! :)

    Keep in touch

    Zara :) <3

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    1. Lima25 July 2013 at 14:49

      Oh bloody hell, Zara. You've made my day, like seriously <3 Thank you petal! :)

      I'd love to blog everyday however having a day job does not help, waaah!

      xo

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  8. Unknown25 July 2013 at 11:20

    The kimono is beautiful, lovely colour!

    www.studdedkisses.co.uk

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    1. Lima25 July 2013 at 14:51

      It is, isn't it? It feels lovely against the skin too. Silk <3

      xo

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  9. jessica25 July 2013 at 11:43

    I am crazily in love with the leopard head bangle. Think I may have to make a trip down to forever21 soon - I never seem to find anything I like when I go but you have some laaaaavely things from there!! And the kimono suits you so well :) Beauty!

    xxx

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    1. Lima25 July 2013 at 14:52

      Ahhh, Jess! You need to let me know if you find it, my friend wants the bangle too and I'm not willing to give mine away, ha!

      & thanking you muchly!

      xo

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  10. Unknown25 July 2013 at 13:44

    I love the kimono. So beautiful! <3
    I've been looking for a bracelet like the black wrap around bracelet and now I know where to go!
    hareem x

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    1. Lima25 July 2013 at 14:50

      We love our kimonos, don't we? Haha. Recently, I've been making my own. Will have to feature them soon!

      Oooh, let me know if you manage to find the wrap around!

      xo

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  11. Lima25 July 2013 at 14:53

    Cheers m'dear! xo

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  12. A Very Sweet Blog25 July 2013 at 15:22

    it's a great dress and that kimono jacket is just so pretty! i love the color of it and print. it's nice to see a shorter one. you have the best hair! looks awesome on you.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  13. LaaLaa25 July 2013 at 18:17

    Ohhh yeah, sex on legs. Love this outfit and the necklace is gorge. Love you

    LimaMonroe ;-) xoxo

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  14. Kelsey Bang26 July 2013 at 07:06

    your hair is rockin! love the black dress!

    kelseybang.com

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  15. Unknown1 August 2013 at 22:00

    Everything about you is fabulous! Come to America and dress me, lol!

    Sarah
    Eyeshadow Addicts Anonymous

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  16. Lizette3 September 2013 at 03:56

    Wish Miss Selfridge still holds this style of this silk kimono. It's so beautiful and you rocked the F21 hi-low dress in a really fashionable way. :-)

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