Veterinarian, Blogger & Mother. Cecylia shares her musings on life and style in the same breath. She passionately believes that "every day is worth dressing up for."
Here’s some trivia for you. Did you know that the Japanese word ‘kimono‘ literally means ‘a thing to wear’? I decided to go a little wild with prints, clashing this beautiful Amalita kimono with my favourite Kyla Crozier silk shirt (last seen here). What’s not to like about a kimono jacket? It adds an oriental flair to any jeans-cum-Tee-outfit and softens the edges of the most grungy ensemble. One day I would love to wear this flowy Amalita piece with a body-con dress for some contrast.
Did you notice my flat pink bottle? It’s not a giant keyring, meet Vapur, my new trusty side kick. When I was young, I used to always carry a water bottle everywhere I went, that was when big totes were the carriers of choice. Nowadays I’m usually holding a clutch, or this vintage Hebe bag (which is my vet work bag as reminds me of a doctor’s bag) so the room for a plastic bottle is becoming increasingly small. And then I discovered Vapur, a Races-conoisseaur’s favourite, this ingenious space saver is the most portable and greenest water bottle on the planet! I got one for hubby too, in blue :) It’s reusable, foldable, attachable, washable and makes a bold statement. Now I have no excuses for parched lips.
Outfit: Amalita kimono, Kyla Crozier silk shirt, vintage beads, sunnies (an even better pair by Alexander Wang here) and belt, Calvin Klein jeans, Repetto shoes, vintage Hebe bag, Vapur Anti-bottle
Are you having a good week? I’ve been working as a vet, catching up with friends, one of my besties is coming back to Melbourne for a fortnight (See her here) so can’t wait to see her, and I’m off to Lady Melbourne’s 1000th Blog Post Party tonight! Guess what I’ll be wearing? :)
Thank you so much for your lovely comments, I love reading your feedback, they inspire me and make me smile. If you like, you can also come chat with me on Twitter and Facebook! I hope that you’re waking up each day to something exciting and going to bed with many blessings to be thankful for.
xx
first off, thanks for your comment ^_^
i am about to cut my hair like yours – it looks so cute on you!
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aww thank you! I’m sure it’ll look even better on you!
goodness, this outfit is adorable, i love the jacket and shirt combo. great colors too and sweet shoes.
Oh I’ve learned a new thing today, so that means I love “things to wear”! yours is so pretty with all the colors, cute shoes!
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Thank you Cess! Kimonos are awesome :)
Lovely outfit!
Love this Kimono. Going to check out if they have it in my size. Looks great with jeans but could definitely see it with a figure hugging dress too. Thanks for the language lesson!
hahaha it was something I learnt as well! :)
Never really knew that was what kimono meant!! Love your shoes and that interesting pink bottle!!!
Great blog! And very cool shoes!
xxxooo from Italy
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Adore your kimono, what a great layering piece & the colour of your shoes is gorgeous xoxo
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i love all the colors of your kimono! & your shoes are gorg! xx
thank you! Repetttos make the BEST shoes
Your outfit is just perfect. I really love your shirt and, for sure, your kimono!
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so cool!!love your cardigan!!
kisses pretty=)
I LOVE THE OUTFIT :) very cute <3
Dying to find the right Kimono! Yours is perfect! Love the color!!!
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You look so cute, love the way you pulled this kimono off!!!
And that water bottle is just way to cool!
Thanks for sharing
~Anya
Thank you for reading!! The Vapur is ingenious!
Love the whole outfit! I never knew what kimono meant, you learn something new every day!
Hehe yes it’s so good to learn something new each day!!
Oh this kimono is fantastic, you’re always very stylish
great casual outfit love the kimono the colors are lovely!
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WOW you look so pretty in this outfit!
that kimono is stunning, i love the colors in it. it is so perfect for fall!
Yes a great throw over- even for the summer holidays :)
thanks for stopping by!! great blog, love the kimono!! will be following:) x Raman
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Gorgeous kimono! I love what you paired it with!
Louisa
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CC, as always you look gorgeous and I love the use of prints
with your shirt & kimono. You’re very clever with the way
you piece garments/accessories.
I especially love those Repetto shoes you’re wearing!!!
Wish I had bought a pair from you now.
See you soon! xx
What size are you again darl?
I’m a size 37.
The Vapur bottle sounds like it’d be great for travel.
Nice kimon and I love those shoes. Great color!
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You look fabulous darling.
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Hi darling!
Thank you for stopping!
Love your blog and i am now your new follower via GooglE!
Please follow me back… i will be very glad about it!
Have a nice day…
The Parisienne.
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that is amazing on you :)
Love those shoes, they go perfectly with the kimono :) My google follow button disappears sometimes, I have to refresh the page a few times to get it back, not sure why it does that really! It can be annoying! Hope you have a great weekend! xx
The kimono is cute, and I am loving those shoes.
Love it !
Adorable outfit! So creative :)
That kimono really jazzes up your outfit! And those shades are such a lovely shade x
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