Not to be confused with the ancient Japanese garment, modern kimono jackets are lightweight, beautifully decorated cardigan-style garments. They can be the ideal way to stay warm and enjoy the sunshine when the spring weather makes it hard to know what to wear.

Because of their light feel and elegantly draped appearance, these jackets are a great way to add some bohemian creativity to your jeans and shirt or T-shirt combinations. Wearing a beautifully decorated jacket over your favourite shirt will look superb with cords or blue denim jeans. They look even better with flared jeans, adding a sense of easy-going movie-star glamour.

These jackets are also ideal for wearing around the house. Whether you’re enjoying a lazy lie-in on the weekend or just relaxing in the evening, an attractive cardigan like this is not only comfortable and slouchy but can also looks good when welcoming any last-minute guests.

If you generally stick to wearing monochrome outfits in spring, having a kimono-style jacket will allow you to add some colour and exotic flair to ordinary looks. Wear them over plain white T-shirts when the sun begins to shine or add some character to darker ensembles when you hit the town.

The colours you decide to wear can say a lot about the real you. As these lightweight cardigan jackets often feature wildly imaginative, colourful prints, they will make you instantly stand out from the crowd. Having a gorgeous print to wear over your normal outfits will allow you to inject some originality into everyday life.

If you are getting tired of jumpers and jeans, wrap a Japanese-style cardigan around your shoulders to give you the warmth you need during the spring weather and look fantastic at the same time.

Kimonos can also be worn with belts (either ones that are included with the jacket or separately purchased varieties). Wearing one with a belt over jeans and boots will allow you to create superb casual styles and party outfits. Adding a waist belt can also be a good way to ease any worries about kimonos giving the impression of extra weight.

If you’re attending a formal event in the spring, kimonos can be a great item to have on hand. Formal dresses and jackets can look a little austere and lack character. Add some imagination to smart outfits with a lightweight cardigan from the kimonos selection available on Lounge by Zalando.

One of the great things about kimonos is that they add a casual element to any outfit. Have one for when you leave work so that you look and feel totally relaxed on the commute home, or have a few on hand to lighten the mood when the weather turns rainy. For some people, the right choice of kimono may also be perfect for everyday work wear.

A lot of people have also discovered that kimonos also go superbly well with hats - so why not try wearing one along with a cute piece of millinery from Zalando?

At Lounge by Zalando you can find a huge selection of kimonos from leading brands. By running regular sales, we manage to provide the best brands at big discounts. All you need to do to take advantage of these deals is to sign up for free to Lounge by Zalando. With our help, you'll be creating fabulous new looks in no time.