I love the kimono but not sure where I would wear it? What occasion. " Casual drama/ dramatic casual"? Dinner party with friends , or art gallery? Is it an item that is at its best when standing ( like the famous gillet)?
It also gives me an idea for loungewear though that's not what you were asking-- more along the lines of wearing more beautiful items for at- home. ( not sleepwear, but having a glass of wine and dinner with family) if I could find the right combination of form and function. It reminds me about sizing, too-- often "loungewear" items are crudely sized, so will look sloppy. Looking outside the box for regular items or unusual layering pieces could be fun.

Wow, Joy the kimono look is incredible! And your other look is wonderful, love it!

Well, you must have wowed your new neighbors. The black & bone is great.

I also really like the kimono. It's bold but you pull it off well, and your styling keeps it simple enough that it works for you. Like others, I'd love to see it with longer jeans or a column of (light) color under it.

I was wearing long jeans and black tee today so am showing you the kimono with it. I like the proportions better but what do you think?

This looks so much better to my eye, Joy.

Thank you, Sterling, for pointing out the proportion problems with the cropped jeans. Maybe my short kimono jackets and Happy Coat will be better with cropped pants.

Very elegant. And the pics work well in the new mirror, Joy.

That is a beautiful kimono, does not look like a robe to me (which is my peeve about kimonos on me). You look so elegant! I must re-think my position now and find one that is this striking. Funny, you actually WERE using it as a robe!

Angie and Bennett, you had me at "elegant", something I aspire to attain. Thank you. Angie, I'm glad the mirror is ok for photos. I am on a hunt for an oversized floor mirror for the bedroom but other things have higher priority right now.
Bennett, I guess I'll have to buy a new robe

Ah, very nice. I agree, it's an elegant look with the column of black. The other outfit was more cool and casual.

I like the kimono both ways, with the rolled crops and the long black jeans. If you wore a black strappy heel it would be a going out-fit.

I do like it better with the all black....I still have to post mine!

Beautiful outfits! You of course look elegant...I've always thought of you that way.

Your bathroom looks fantastic! Congratulations on the move; I hope you love your new home!

Honestly, I love the red one both ways. It looks so great with your hair.

I think the kimono works esp. in Boulder (love that city). The other outfit is stunning!

Texstyle, you are right. Boulder is open to adventurous stylings. Our next door neighbors have the most beautiful kimono I've ever seen hanging on their wall! She should be wearing it.