Hey!
My friends and I recently visited the Dutch Windmill site in San Francisco. I knew I’d expect tulips, but I didn’t expect that many tulips….
Anyways, check out my cheongsam-style outfit topped with my flowy trenchcoat.
hanging out for nearly a year already!
Shortly after, we went to a cherry blossom site in Golden Gate Park.
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I’m wearing:
Cheongsam top — Yesstyle
Pants — Misslook
Heels — Yesstyle
Trench coat — Banana Republic
You’ll definitely see more of the cheongsam-style top in future blog posts. Oriental, classy, and a great alternative to turtlenecks, it’s a great addition to your capsule wardrobe.
I can imagine wearing this as a tourist or expat in Japan. A bit of cultural throwback while blending with a conventional European chic.
Here are some more ideas of how you can combine oriental style into your outfit:
Kimono
Printed cheongsam coat
Floral-decor (especially sakura petals)
Flowy bottoms (full length skirts/culottes)
Baggy silhouette OR tailored
Toggle closure coats
Fun fact: closure buttons with cord decor were historically found in both European and Western-style clothing.
Slanted Plackets
Did you know that the sailor uniforms in Japan were inspired by European style in the Victorian era? They like it so much that it’s still a staple in the country and its entertainment culture to this day!
Okay, come to think of it, a lot of Asian styles look very influenced by a romantic, old-fashioned European aesthetic. The Lolita style, for example, is heavily influenced by Victorian style.
What do you think?
