Cool in Caftans
September 2017 | 59
waist, they can have bell
sleeves or batwings and can
come in any color or print
you can imagine. These
stunning garments have
withstood the test of time,
being favored by the likes of
Elizabeth Taylor and style
icon Rachel Zoe.
When the temperature
rises and humidity is at an
all time high here in Destin,
who wants to deal with
bulky layers. If you must
wear anything other than
a bathing suit, the caftan
will become your new best
friend. Every girl living
along the stunning Emerald
Coast should own at least
one fabulous caftan, if not
two or three! They are the
perfect garment to throw on
over a swimsuit for a casual
après beach cocktail and can
be dressy enough to wear
to a formal event. When
paired with a nude heel and
statement jewelry a caftan
can really be a showstopper.
The large natured sleeves of
a caftan make it the perfect
outfit to pair with a clutch.
You can choose to create
a casual vibe with a straw
option with a toggle closure
or go full glam with a beaded
or leather fold over style.
You may be thinking, “I’m
a jeans and T-Shirt type of
gal, I’m not fashion forward,
I’m not bold enough to
pull it off, or I don’t have
the right body type.”
You’re wrong! Caftans are a
glamorous choice for women
of all shapes and sizes. Ditch
the Spanx because this
magical piece of clothing
hides all your flaws. They
can also elongate someone
who is petite and are even an
excellent choice for dressing
up a baby bump. All in all,
the caftan is an easy breezy
statement piece that every
beach babe needs in her
closet.
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