…………………LONGEVITY……is a word you don’t necessarily associate with Fashion…but the Kimono style has lasted, in one form or another, through the ages. The July 2013 KIMONO JACKET, for me, was the perfect summer and transition piece into Fall. The fabric was a heavier weight Faux Linen, so it had a very obvious weave and texture. It had the traditional band collar, and 3/4 length sleeves……The BLACK jacket was very versatile, and simply worked with everything. Above, it’s coordinated with the “Tweed Jersey” separates in Putty, and white Whisper Knit.