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? 

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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. 

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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
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