MY NEW SUMMER COAT

. MY SUMMER COAT: ZARA EMBROIDERED KIMONO .

The summer coat isn’t something I ever really appreciated until a couple of years ago, i’d always opt for a simple leather jacket or vintage denim number, and think nothing more of it. But over the last couple of years I’ve grown a huge appreciation for the the summer coat. Whether it’s the classic cut, vibrant colours or the fact i’m cold all year round, the summer coat has become a firm favourite, and must have purchase each year for me now. For the last couple of years it seems to be Zara that ticks my ‘summer coat’ wishes the most, and this year was no different. Their summer coat collection is on point, as usual, and it was this beautiful embroidered kimono number which really caught my eye.

. ZARA EMBROIDERED KIMONO . TOPSHOP BLACK SUEDE SKIRT . ZARA CAMISOLE . ZARA LACE UP HEELS . CELINE NANO .

I already have a few summer coats in my collection which I still wear all the time, despite getting them a fair few seasons ago, a Zara & French Connection trench coat, my bright pink and bright green structured coats both from Zara, a cheeky little ASOS duster my Zara trench coat and of course a whole variety of summer jackets. In fact, when I think of it, it makes me feel a little anxious recounting the sheer volume of coats i’ve collection over the years …

But there’s always room for another right? Especially when it’s as pretty as this white and blue embroidered Kimono from Zara.

This coat was actually a shameless copy cat purchase. It’s a coat my sister bought a few months back, and after seeing her look so fabulous in it, I couldn’t resist any longer and begged her to let me buy it too. And i’m so glad I did. I absolutely love the cut, the cropped sleeves, fringed bottom and the detailed embroidery which really make it stand out.

I’ve been wearing it as much as I can (and it’s accompanied me on holiday too). It looks great with jeans, summer dresses & even with my favourite suede skirt too!

Do you have a little summer coat collection? What’s your go to ‘outerwear’ garment for the summer months?