Summer Fashion Tips: How to Wear a Kaftan

Joyce Carole
Sex and the City 2 is coming out in May 2010 and the fab four is heading to the exotic Middle East. For those wishing to copy the exotic look that Carrie, Amanda, Samantha and Charlotte will be sporting in the new Sex and the City movie, you cannot go wrong with a kaftan. Here is a guide to five great kaftans (something to fit every budget) plus some tips on how to wear a kaftan.

How to Wear a Kaftan

If you think kaftans can only be worn as beach cover-ups, you are very wrong. Pair a bright kaftan with a pair of skinny white jeans and metallic heels and you will look dazzling out on the town. A full-length kaftan can be worn with a pair of flat thong sandals for the perfect "entertaining at home" look. Of course, you should still feel free to wear a kaftan over your bikini for the most stylish beach cover-up.

Soft Peach One-Shoulder Asymmetric Kaftan

This subtle soft peach asymmetric kaftan is one of my favorites. This kaftan sells for $325 at the fabulous online boutique, net-a-porter.com. This soft, feminine kaftan features one long bell sleeve, and draping through the front and back. The shoulder has a gold designer embossed buckle perched upon the top. Wear this pastel kaftan with a pair of skinny jeans and you will look as smolderingly sexy as Sex and the City's Samantha.

Diane Von Furstenberg Turquoise Kaftan

This bright and stylish turquoise kaftan by legendary designer, Diane Von Furstenberg is stunning. Wear it with white jeans, sandals and silver jewelry and you will be as stylish as Carrie Bradshaw this summer.

V-neck Kaftan Cover-up by TopShop

This budget friendly turquoise kaftan from Topshop is too pretty to relegate to simply beachwear. This 100% cotton kaftan is available for $40 at Topshop.

Braided Décor Beachwear Kaftan

This full-length turquoise silk kaftan is expensive ($1,420), but oh so beautiful. I would wear this lovely kaftan with a pair of silver flat thongs for an evening of at-home entertaining with friends.

Diane von Furstenberg Full-Length Kaftan

This pink and blue floral kaftan is less expensive than the braided kaftan above, but it is just as stylish. The flamboyant floral pattern is perfect for summer. This full-length kaftan sells for $635.

Kaftans are pretty and exotic and can take you from the beach to an elegant summer dinner. Choose one of these beautiful kaftans and channel the exotic vibe of Sex and the City 2.

Published by Joyce Carole

Joyce is a former marketing professional and aspiring freelance writer. She holds an MBA degree from the University of Pittsburgh and a Degree in Marketing from Robert Morris University. Joyce has worked for...  View profile

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  • Michele Starkey5/1/2010

    Wow, never thought about wearing one until now, cheers !

  • Jaipi Sixbear4/30/2010

    Always liked kaftans!

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