Brittney vs Kelly

I had mentioned in a previous blog post that Brittney was a similar cut to a previous season item ... Kelly. Well I looked through my old photos (man some of them were bad with that old camera!) and decided to do a side by side comparison. With the exception of the material and the inset Ponte knit in black on the Brittney, they are very similar! What do you think? 

~Click on the photo for a larger view~

Brittney in Cream/Black (signature color) ~ $150
Kelly in Steel (previous season item) 

Steel and Peony

I found another set of photos which needed some serious editing so they might not be the best quality. I don't remember where I was headed in this outfit but I did love the combo and the Twill Capris are one of my favorite items too. I have worn Pippa in other blog posts but most I feel are too big on me. This is a kika size 0 (women's 0/2) which is MUCH smaller than I usually wear but I like the fit a lot better too. The stripe version fit more normal but with the solid fabric it just came out a lot more generous in the sizing. What do you think of it?

Pippa in Peony (previous season item & color)
Twill Capris in Steel (previous season item & color)

Back view.
Pippa in Peony (previous season item & color)
Twill Capris in Steel (previous season item & color)

Here I added a little jacket/cardigan when it got chilly.
Kelly in Steel (previous season color) ~ $89
Pippa in Peony (previous season item & color)
Twill Capris in Steel (previous season item & color)

Back view. Oops, I forgot to fix the back of my jacket....
Kelly in Steel (previous season color) ~ $89
Pippa in Peony (previous season item & color)
Twill Capris in Steel (previous season item & color)

Others in kika ... Meet Elisa

I am way behind in posting some great looks from my fellow kika consultant Daphne but I am going to try to catch up now. She is great at coming up with different looks and options for kikaPaprika. I strongly encourage you to check out her blog for lots of great inspiring looks!

Every Monday she showcases a customer and puts together at least a half dozen looks. Meet Elisa and check out her super cute looks! Go to her blog for more photos and great style tips: 

http://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com/2013/03/who-is-wearing-kika-meet-elisa.html

Kelly in Steel (custom color) - $89
Loren in Imperial (custom color) - $65
Jenna in Steel (custom color) - $66
Wavy Stripe Scarf - $28

Aiden in White (signature color) - $88
Loren in Imperial (custom color) - $65
Jenna in Steel (custom color) - $66
Wavy Stripe Scarf - $28 

Sami in Imperial (signature color) - $150
Lorelei in Ocean (signature color) - $82
Bootcut Pants in Black (signature color) - $75
Scroll Scarf - $26

Others in kika - 9/13

(These photos were originally taken on Sept 13, 2012)
Here is my friend Sheila who is looking great in Kelly in Eggplant. This is a kika size 5 on her and she normally wears a kika size 6. It still looks great!

Kelly in Eggplant (custom color) - $89

Again, Sheila shows off Stella in Black which is a kika size 5. 
If she wore her size I bet it would look even more fantastic on her!

Stella in Black (custom color) - $84
 http://monicahubinette.kikapaprika.com/

Gracie in Winter White, Kelly in Steel

These photos were posted on Sept 9, 2012 and were meant to show off the difference between "Gracie" and "Kelly" since they seem very similar at first glance. 

Gracie in Winter White, Drew in Black

Gracie's flutter lapels fall a bit higher (hit around the bust line) than Kelly and the material is definitely more casual with it's heathered texture.

Kelly in Steel, Drew in Black

 Kelly's flutter lapels fall a bit lower (hits around the bellybutton) and the material is lightweight and silky. Definitely more of a dressy piece. 

Gracie in Winter White 

Gracie is longer and covers the bottom more plus it has some details in the back that gathers it around the waistline.

Kelly in Steel

 Kelly has seaming down the back that makes your back and waist look narrower. It also has a bit of ruching on the back of the neck to add to the elegance of this piece.

Gracie in Poppy

I thought this was going to be my size (kika size 3) but I actually think I should wear a size 2 in this piece. The sleeves are a bit long so my feeling is this piece runs large. Here they are pushed up...

Gracie in Poppy - Sleeves down

Gracie in Poppy - Back view

Gracie in Poppy (Custom color) - $89

DETAILS

An instant kika classic, with brilliantly draped lapels and fantastic movement at the hem.

-  Cascade front

-  Shirring detail at back waist

-  Recycled polyester / organic cotton/ tencel jersey

-  Machine wash

-  Made in USA

FIT

This garment runs true to size 
(NOTE: I feel it runs large)

http://moincahubinette.kikapaprika.com/portfolio/gracie-2/

Kelly in Steel (Signature color) - $89

DETAILS

A perfectly draped layering piece, this cardigan’s front angles are sure to flatter.

-  Open cascade font

-  Princess seams detailing in front and back

-  Tencel / cotton / spandex jersey

-  Machine wash

-  Made in USA

FIT

This garment runs true to size

http://monicahubinette.kikapaprika.com/portfolio/kelly-4/

Kelly in Steel, Rita in Navy Stripe

(These photos were originally posted on Aug 10, 2012)
Rita was another summer staple of mine. So flattering and comfortable to wear! I was playing around with different ways to style Kelly which turned out to be one of my most popular items I would sell this season! I think some of these photos were with my old camera so the quality is not the greatest...

Kelly in Steel, Rita in Navy Stripe
Leave the jacket more open for a slimming look