Fall 2014 Collection PREVIEW

Are you ready for fall? I am! At least for the new colors and styles from kika anyway. We will officially launch our season on Sept 10th but here is a sneak peek at what is coming! 

Are you ready? Here you can see some of our fall items and colors.
Colors from left to right.... PINE, TEAL, ATLANTIS, MIDNIGHT, AUBERGINE, HIBISCUS, ??, CRANBERRY.

Look who is coming with kika!

Going green with PINE!

CRANBERRY is going to be a great red color this season!
Also, if you love this jacket then get it soon because it is a limited edition item and it will sell out.

ATLANTIS blue is back and look at this fun shirt!

Pretty in Pink! I think I am really going to love HIBISCUS!

Is that a sweater knit? Why ... yes it is!

AUBERGINE I think I might be in L-O-V-E with you!

Pop Up Shop Outfits (Part 3)

This is the last in my series of outfits from my Pop Up Shop items. I have to send them back this weekend so if you see something you like ... ACT on it! Which one do you like better?

Alexis in Atlantis ~ sizes 0, 1, 2, 3, 6 ~ $45 (reg $70)Capri Leggings in Black (buy online) ~ $56

The ties on the side aren't tied the same as the one below.

Alexis in Parrot ~ sizes 0, 1, 2, 3, 6 ~ $45 (reg $70)Capri Leggings in Black (buy online) ~ $56

I am wearing the same size as above but the side ties are tied up higher.

Pop Up Shop Outfits (Part 2)

I will only have my Pop Up Shop items for a few more days so if there is anything that you see here that you like then contact me ASAP. These are special items that the kika warehouse has sent me and I am selling items right off the rack! I have lots of different sizes, styles and colors so make sure to let me know if you want to see more photos of anything and I will work on it tomorrow. It is a lot of work trying on all the different outfits so here are some old photos to showcase some of the other Pop Up Shop items that I have...

Charlotte (tank) in Meadow Print ~ sizes 0-2 ~ $49 (reg $64)
Portia (skirt/dress) in Meadow Print ~ sizes 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 ~ $75 (reg $95)

Portia (skirt/dress) in Meadow Print ~ sizes 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 ~ $75 (reg $95)

Charlotte (tank) in Meadow Print ~ sizes 0-2 ~ $49 (reg $64)

Charlotte (tank) in Meadow Print ~ sizes 0-2 ~ $49 (reg $64)
Twill Capris in White ~ sizes 0-4 ~ $69 (reg $88)

Alexis in Parrot (shown in Ocean) ~ sizes 0, 1, 2, 3, 6 ~ $45 (reg $70)

I will try to take more photos tomorrow of this item as I also have it in Atlantis. 

Pop Up Shop Outfits (Part 1)

I will only have my Pop Up Shop items for a few more days so if there is anything that you see here that you like then contact me ASAP. These are special items that the kika warehouse has sent me and I am selling items right off the rack! I have lots of different sizes, styles and colors so make sure to let me know if you want to see more photos of anything and I will work on it tomorrow. It is a lot of work trying on all the different outfits!

Kate in Black ~ sizes 0, 1, 3, 6 ~ $59 (reg $85)
I am wearing this in a size 1 which is one size smaller than I normally would wear but I think it fits just fine!
Everyone needs a Little Black Dress!

Kate in Black ~ size 0, 1, 3, 6 ~ $69 (reg $85)
Judi in White ~ size 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 ~ $99 (reg $139)I just threw on this jacket which I have in Black from a previous season.
A classic look in Black and White. You can buy the Judi jacket online in Black.

Katherine in Black ~ sizes 2, 5, 6 ~ $69 (reg $98)

This is a size 2 which is what I normally wear.
Very similar to another dress we had from a previous season called Addison. 

Shannon in White ~ sizes 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 ~ $49 (reg $78)
Bermuda Shorts in Black ~ sizes 3, 4 ~ $39 (reg $50)

I am wearing both items in a size 3 but the shorts I could go down a size.
They are longer than the Pocket Shorts shown below and
made from the same material as our Bootcut Pocket Pants. 

Janis in Sunset ~ sizes 2-5 ~ $39 (reg $64)
Bermuda Shorts in Black ~ sizes 3, 4 ~ $39 (reg $50)

For the Janis top, I am wearing a size 2.
I should have paired this top with a different bottom but you get the idea this way too. 

Priscilla in Orchid ~ sizes 1-6 ~ $55
Pocket Shorts in Black ~ sizes 1, 4 ~ $42 (reg $56)

I really love the Priscilla t-shirt and now it is available in a new material and color.
I am wearing a size 2 on top and squeezed into the size 1 on the shorts.
I could use a bigger size on bottom! 

Loren in Orchid ~ sizes 0-5 ~ $49 (reg $65)
Pocket Shorts in Black ~ sizes 1, 4 ~ $42 (reg $56)

Ok, now looking at my photo, I wish I had worn a bigger size for the Loren top.
I grabbed a size 2 but sometimes I need a size 3 for my tops.
Also, you can see how the shorts are a tiny bit too small for me.  

Tori in Atlantis Stripe ~ sizes 0-6 ~ $59 (reg $85)
Vera in Atlantis ~ sizes 0-6 ~ $38 (reg $66)
Twill Capris in White ~ sizes 0-4 ~ $69 (reg $88)

Last outfit of the night! I normally roll the capris up since they are a bit long on me 
but I forgot to do that for the photos. Also, I have the Capris in Black too!
Size 3 on the Vera, size 2 on the Tori and Capris. 

Vera in Atlantis ~ sizes 0-6 ~ $38 (reg $66)
Twill Capris in White ~ sizes 0-4 ~ $69 (reg $88)

I took off the Tori cardigan so you can see the Vera tank top. 
I have the Capris in Black too!

others in kika - Anastasia, Briana & Hayden!

Check out these fabulous ladies wearing kika! 

Let me know if you find any more "Ladies in kika" as I probably should be calling them. :) 

Hayden in Atlantis (custom color) ~ $140
Hayden is the new version of Anastasia. I like the thicker straps to hide the bra straps better.
Check out fellow kika stylist Vicki Orgill Wears Kika for more style ideas!

Anastasia in Black (signature color) ~ $99 (ON SALE!)
Check out this stylish chick and how she accessorized her "Little Black Dress" that feels
like pajamas to wear. There are more photos on her blog, Charmingly Styled.

Anastasia in Tan/White Stripe (signature color) ~ $140
I love this mother/daughter blog that shows two different ways to style this dress.
Check out more photos on their blog, Tea Time with Trina. 

Anastasia in Tan/White Stripe (signature color) ~ $140
This is another mother/daughter blog who are new fans of kika. This dress is great for playing
in the park or going out on the town. Check out more photos at Over 50 Feeling 40. 

Briana in Sunset (signature color) ~ $85
Here is a photo that another kika stylist, Kim Durant kika Stylist of one of her clients in Briana. So cute!

kika blog - Mod Little Mini

Check out the latest blog from the corporate office. I love the Rhonda dress but if you are tall then it is a tunic for you. You can also wear leggings under it if you want more coverage or if you want it to transition into Fall. I think our designer looks fabulous in this outfit below. What do you think?

Check out more information on kika's blog.

Rhonda in Black (custom color) ~ $99
Letty in Cream/Black (signature color) ~ $93 (ON SALE!)

Cameron vs Splendid

Have you checked out some of our new summer pieces from kika? I saved the best for last. I am in love with this skirt and I can see it as a summer staple. I like how breezy and cool skirts are to wear when it is hot outside. There were several maxi skirts with a side slit and stripes are a big thing too. This skirt from Splendid seemed the most similar and both are made in the USA. However, kika again wins in the color selection and the fact that our fabrics are made here in the USA too. Oh and the price is nice too. Which one would you choose?

Check out Cameron online!

Briana vs Michael Kors

Have you checked out some of our new summer pieces from kika? If you loved Portia from last season but maybe it was too long? You are going to love Briana! I also like the high/low hemline and it is very on trend. There were lots of dresses and skirts with this type of style but this one that I found from Michael Kors was the closest match. I like that Briana is a skirt AND a dress and while the price is a little more ... the fact that it comes in 10 colors plus a print makes that a non-issue. Which one would you choose?

Check out Briana online!

Hayden vs Soft Joie

Have you checked out some of our new summer pieces from kika? If you loved Anastasia from last season, you are going to love Hayden! It is a new stripe fabric with the same dreaming drape and it comes in 10 colors. I like that the straps are more substantial so you can wear a racerback bra with it now. 

It was hard to find a good comparison item but I think I did okay. I like the chevron stripes of the kika item but they are both made in the USA. Which one would you choose?

Check out Hayden online!

Hem Your Own Kika Skirt

You may have read my other blog post on hemming your own kika pants so this one is just a follow up to that post. I am short and often many maxi skirts and pants are too long for me. What I like about kika is that you can hem your own stuff with a pair of scissors (or a rotary cutter). I am not home right now so I had to use scissors to hem my Cameron skirt. It is about 2 inches too long and I really want to wear it while I am in Sweden. I probably only cut off a little less than 2 inches as I wanted to make sure I didn't make it too short either.

I started off with only cutting a little off just in case I screwed it up and had to hem it with a sewing machine later. The trick was to go slow, have a really sharp pair of scissors and also have someone help you keep the fabric taught. I highly recommend a rotary cutter as it makes the whole thing so much easier but if you don't ... scissors will do just fine. Take a look!

BEFORE!

AFTER!

kika blog - 6 Essential Tees of Summer

Check out the latest blog from the corporate office. I have several of these tops and I couldn't agree more that everyone needs at least one of each. Do you have a favorite?

Check out more information on kika's blog.

Mel in Flamingo (custom color) & Parrot (signature color) ~ $52
Skinny Pants in White & Atlantis (signature color) ~ $98

I Made the Top 40!

How exciting is this? I got an email the other day telling me that I made this blogs "Top 40 All-Natural Stain Removal Solutions" and I am listed as item #33! I got a great new badge to put on my blog and you should check out all the other great tips on stain removing. Are there any that you swear by? 

Find the complete list of All Natural Stain

Removal Solutions at FlatRateCleaners.com

kika blog - Adventure in the City Capsule

Check out the latest blog from the corporate office. I have the Demi cardigan waiting for me at home so I can't wait to try out this capsule. I would have definitely taken it with me on my vacation here in Sweden. Let me know what you think!

Check out more information on kika's blog.

Demi in Orchid (signature color) ~ $78 (ON SALE!)
Joyce in White (custom color) ~ $78
Matchstick Capris in Ink (signature color) ~ $95

Demi in Orchid (signature color) ~ $78 (ON SALE!)
Joyce in White (custom color) ~ $78 (on LEFT)
Drew in White (signature color) ~ $42 (on RIGHT)
Matchstick Capris in Ink (signature color) ~ $95

Everyone Needs Kris

Oh wow! I ordered this top on a whim before I left for Sweden because I had some extra hostess credit to use and I thought I would try out this new summer piece. I wanted to get Priscilla which is basically an updated Pippa and I already had several in my closet. I knew I loved the material (same as another favorite of mine ... Paige) so I thought I would give it a try.

I am in LOVE! The material is so super soft and lightweight. I do feel it is a little see-through but I always wear a shaper and for this one a nude colored one works best. I love the little pocket on the front and the slightly longer hemline in the back. Pippa was an okay kind of basic t-shirt replacement but Kris is hands down my new go-to tee. I can't wait to order more!

It was another warm day today and it was the perfect weight material. Just enough to keep you warm when the wind was blowing but in the sun it was breathable and cool. Of course, I paired this with another favorite of mine ... Matchstick Capris. I am short so I need to roll them up a bit but I actually really like that look. What do you think?

It was a glasses kind of day today!

Kris in Orchid (signature color) ~ $60
Matchstick Capris in Ink (signature color) ~ $95

Kris in Orchid (signature color) ~ $60
Matchstick Capris in Ink (signature color) ~ $95

Mel & Twill Capris

Another quick outfit here in Sweden featuring Mel tank top and my old Twill Capris from a few seasons ago. I like how Mel is just so easy to wear. It is an item that I think would work better with a racerback bra since I am not a huge fan of having the bra straps show. I always wear a shaper under my clothing and I found the straps peeked out now and then. Maybe that style is a fashion thing? I don't know. I just like that it is a bit longer and looser fitting. Plus, it is made from a blend that uses recycled water bottles. Cool and comfy!

I am also really happy that it is finally summer weather here in Sweden so I can wear my tank tops now! Today was almost 80F!

I am also wearing a new necklace I decided to buy. I like how it adds some color to my outfit and the piece is nice and substantial without being too fussy. Let me know what you think!

Mel in Parrot (signature color) ~ $52
Twill Capris in Khaki (previous season item)
Market Spice Necklace ~ $159

Detailed view of the necklace.
Market Spice Necklace ~ $159

Mel in Parrot (signature color) ~ $52
Twill Capris in Khaki (previous season item)

Stripe Viv & Matchstick Capris

I brought some new kika items with me to Sweden so I will try to show off some outfits while I am here. Almost everything that I brought to Sweden is kika but I only like to show off the things that are still for sale. The tank top stripe matches the stripe on the Cameron skirt that I wore earlier. I don't see it available to order online but you can always email me to place an order. Let me know what you think!

Viv in Black/White Heather Stripe (signature color) ~ $45
Matchstick Capris in Ink (signature color) ~ $95

Viv in Black/White Heather Stripe (signature color) ~ $45
Matchstick Capris in Ink (signature color) ~ $95

PS: There is a sale going on right now until Sunday July 6th, 2014. You can save 25% on the entire selection of items available online (excluding hot deals and other promotions) with the coupon code "happy4th" during checkout. 

SHOP NOW!

kika blog - Briana Convertible Dress

Check out the latest blog from the corporate office. I might try out Briana as it has a shorter hemline than Portia and I also like the high/low look as well. I enjoyed seeing all the different looks you can get from this one piece that converts from a skirt to a dress. Let me know what you think!

Check out more information on kika's blog.

Briana in Atlantis (custom color) ~ $85
Read more on kika's blog!

Cameron & Viv in Sweden

I am not sure how much time I will have to showcase outfits while I am here on vacation but I will try! The weather has been super chilly (in the 40's and 50's) so I haven't got to wear much summer clothing. I did put on this outfit for midsummer which I ended up having to put on leggings, two shirts and a sweater and I was still cold. I also didn't get good photos of just the tank and skirt so I will have to try again another day.

Viv tank top in Black/White Heather Stripe (signature color) ~ $45
Cameron maxi skirt in Black/White Heather Stripe (signature color) ~ $85
Grey sweater is my own!

Viv tank top in Black/White Heather Stripe (signature color) ~ $45
Cameron maxi skirt in Black/White Heather Stripe (signature color) ~ $85
Grey sweater is my own!

Viv tank top in Black/White Heather Stripe (signature color) ~ $45
Cameron maxi skirt in Black/White Heather Stripe (signature color) ~ $85

Sorry for the bad photo but I wanted to show off the side slit in the skirt which is hidden from this photo.
The slit is on the left side of the skirt and goes from the knee down to the floor.

Cameron maxi skirt in Black/White Heather Stripe (signature color) ~ $85

You can see the slit a little more. I am wearing black leggings under the skirt. The sweater is not kika!