On(line) shopping

I haven't done any shopping since I've been back in Seattle, and my cold has me bedridden which has led to too much online browsing.

Being petite (5'3) with a short torso and narrow shoulders, I never gave the kimono-trend a chance. I was worried the drapey fabric would overwhelm my frame.

I'm a very emotional person; I know what I like and don't like-- there's no in-between for me. When I shop, I rarely find something I feel excited for. I always have a specific style, cut, print, or color in-mind that I am looking for and cannot/hate to shop without an aim. Over the years, I've found this helps curve excessive shopping and makes the experience less about consuming and more about curating my individual style.

At last, I placed an order for this Kimchi Blue Scarf-Print Kimono Jacket at Urban Outfitters. I love a delicate, non-matronly scarf print. My wardrobe has been looking very neutral lately (thanks ZARA), so this should be a good addition.

I would wear it with a more tailored white dress like the one on the right (ZARA) to balance out the casualness and add some dimension to the look. I am frugal so there isn't a big divide between my play and work clothes. This outfit would be something I would wear to school and to my internship (tech).