Are Kimonos the New Spring Cardigan?

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The arrival of spring guarantees one thing: wild temperature fluctuations. While the cardigan has long been the answer to such sartorial dilemmas, its reign as the number-one layering solution might soon be over. Lightweight and fluid, the kimono has evolved from being a traditional Japanese garment (that dates as far back as the late eighth century) to finding mainstream appeal among today’s buzziest celebrities, like Beyoncé, who has worn the style over a tank and a pencil skirt, or Jessica Alba, with an LBD and heels. Translated, the Japanese word “kimono” means “something to wear.” And thanks to its easy, versatile robe-like silhouette, the kimono is indeed “something to wear,” and with almost everything. Click through to see CR’s list of wrap stars.

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