Shopping at Kindred is the best way to kick off Kansas City Fashion Week.
The Kansas City Fashion Week team launched another season with a private shopping event at my go-to spot, Kindred Shops. Fashion kismet! The best type of KCFW kickoff includes some shopping. Despite a pretty chilly early spring morning (super windy + temps in the 40s), I pulled this bright floral midi dress out of my closet and paired it with those bright pink pumps from last week. This dress looks really conservative, with its long sleeves and high neckline, but then you see that thigh slit. Hello! Too fun to pass up. I added a metal belt for some interest and my fave classic black leather jacket for toughness.
Kindred is such a beautiful space, located in the Nordstrom wing of Oak Park Mall. It’s huge and houses over 16 different boutiques. I love the industrial feel, the curved racks organized by color, and the beautiful dressing room concept. Perfect for hosting the KCFW kickoff party!
I stepped outside Kindred for a quick shoot with KCFW photog Jason Atherton to capture my outfit (and totally embarrass myself posing in front of a mall full of Sunday shoppers).
I hit the event with my main KCFW babes, Caitlin and Brina. We’ve been doing this for several seasons now, and it’s so fun to get dressed up and take in all the fashion. For the kickoff party, it was about indulging in a few mimosas and sweet treats by Dolce Bakery and shopping all those beautiful racks full of spring goodies.
Shop the look:
It was a lovely way to start KCFW. Next up: the Saturday night runway show!
Linking up with Curly Crafty Mom, Elegance & Mommyhood, Living on Cloud Nine, Adri Lately, Meet at the Barre, Threads for Thomas, Nancy’s Fashion Style, A Pocketful of Polka Dots, Shelbee on the Edge, More Pieces of Me + Sincerely Jenna Marie, Michelle’s Pa(i)ge + Northwest Blonde, and Pink Sole.
*This post is in partnership with Kindred Shops; all thoughts + opinions are my own.
I love the combo of florals and leather – they pair so perfectly together. And those dressing rooms are just incredible!
Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines
Thanks, Courtney- aren’t these dressing rooms amazing? Such a cool Kindred feature.
That showroom is fabulous and you look AMAZING girlie!!
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
Thank you so much, babe!
Those dressing rooms are the best I have ever seen! I would fit something just for the fun of it……..and for the treets😂😂😂😂😂
The dressing rooms are so cool + unique! I agree!
Cool showroom and what a spectacular dress on a spectacular girl!!!!
You cannot beat Kindred- it’s awesome! And thank you, doll!
Looks like lots of fun. The photos are very nice and lots of lovely clothes to choose from. I love your dress especially with the added belt!
xo Yvonne
http://www.aproposh.com
Thanks, babe! This dress was a really fun piece to style!
How amazing!! I’d love to come shop there when I’m in town!!
Your outfit is spot on incredible Ashley!!
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
You should definitely swing through Kindred when you’re in KC- it’s amazing!
Why did I get so excited when I found out that Kansas also has a fashion week? haha im sorry Im so clueless. Glad you and your girls had a fun time!
Sheena | http://www.sheenalovessunsets.com
Yesss ma’am, we sure do! I don’t think it’s common knowledge to people based outside of the Midwest, though, so don’t feel bad. 😉 We did have a blast!
This looks like so much fun! Plus, of course you look fabulous as usual! P.S. Still obsessing over your hair.
Sending love from Napa!
Paulina | SHENSKA
It was so much fun- and thank you, lady! Loving the blonde!
What a fun event! Those treats look like a delight, and the store almost seems overwhelming, how could you shop it all?!
Love the dress you chose, long sleeve dresses are perfect while we are still in this transitional weather.
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What a fun event! Those treats look like a delight, and the store almost seems overwhelming, how could you shop it all?!
Love the dress you chose, long sleeve dresses are perfect while we are still in this transitional weather.
It takes HOURS to really pour through the store- it’s amazing!
You are my favorite blogger for several reasons and this is one of them. Such playfulness! Such style. Glad you had fun at the event.
You are so kind, my friend! Thank you!
That jacket was made to be paired with that beautiful Spring dress! And, I just love those statement earrings! I have never been to KC Fashion Week, def. would be fun and I’m just next door in STL!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
You could totally come to the s/s shows in the fall- there was a blogger there from STL this year!
What a cute style! I love the jacket and the heels :-*
Melanie / http://www.goldzeitblog.de
Thank you, Melanie!
Such a lovely store!
It really is- so much fun to shop!
Looks so interesting) Have a nice weekend)
Thanks, Vika!
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Thank you!
Looks like such a fun time. That shop is seriously gorgeous. And I love the dress on you!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Thanks babe, happy baby Friday!
What a fun kick off event and I love your bag!! xo, Biana
Thank you, sista!
Love this look!
Federica
http://www.federicadinardo.com
Thank you so much!
Fabulous as always! Love that you paired that leather jacket with the floral dress <3
Green Fashionista
I do love to add some leather!
looking beautiful
Wonder Cottage
Thank you!
You look so chic babe
Sounds like a great shop
Much Love,
Jane | The Bandwagon Chic
Thanks, Jane!
Love the dress paired with the leather jacket!! And that event looks so fun!
Lee | LegalLee Blonde
It was a blast! Thanks, babe!
This looks like so much fun! Your dress is so pretty and looks gorgeous with the jacket and shoes.
xoxo
Lovely
http://www.mynameislovely.com
Thank you so much! Happy Saturday!
Looks like a fun place and event! Love the print of your dress, it’s so cute! Xx
http://www.thefashionfolks.com
It was such a great way to kick of KCFW!
It looks like great fun! I really like how you’ve styled the floral dress with a leather jacket!
Have a lovely weekend 🙂
Rosanna x
Thank you so much, Rosanna!
Such a great post! Love your dress. Have a lovely weekend.
Gemma x
http://www.jacquardflower.uk
Back at ya, doll!
LOVE the black over coat… it’s one of my faves and you look so cute 🙂
Thanks, girl!
First thing I noticed before reading your post is your outfit! LOVE LOVE LOVE!! And Kindred looks amazing! I want to shop there! I love it when places put a lot of thoughts into their place, especially the fitting room!
http://www.rdsobsessions.com
Thanks, gf! And yes, Kindred is suuuuch a gem!
Madly in love with your dress and the earrings. Such a fashionista you are!
Nistha
https://www.fashionistha.com/sporting-a-polo-tee-shirt-ft-style-by-sm/
Thanks so much, doll! Happy weekend!
Oh I have to say Kindred Shops looks so amazing. Kansas City seems that it is really upping it’s game. So cool too they have a FW and that you get to me a part of it. Love the dress you are wearing has a painterly feel to it.
Def a painterly vibe- I totally agree, gf!
Hello !!
I lose myself in clothing stores. And your look is perfect for a shopping day.
I love the biker.
Good weekend.
xoxo
marisasclosetblog.com
Thanks, Marisa!
That looks like a really cool shop! Love your dress with the leather jacket too, that’s a look I love! Great RM bag!
Raindrops of Sapphire
Thanks, Lorna! I am obsessed with Kindred!
Love the look, perfect for Spring!
xx Elisa
http://www.francinesplaceblog.com
DIY & LIFESTYLE BLOG
Thanks, Elisa!
There’s that skirt! I loved the instagram post with this look!
http://www.mylittlenest.org
Such a fun number- it’s actually a dress but I love the way the jacket + belt broke it up!
Kindred looks so gorgeous and minimalistic! http://mariannyc.com/2018/03/30/digital-mastermind-recap/
I love it- such a gorgeous spot!
That sounds like such a great kickoff! Your flower dress is gorgeous dear, you look great!
xx, Carmen – https://carmitive.com
Thanks, doll- it was a really fun event!
In love with your leather jacket hun! It’s a perfect pairing with the floral dress, gorgeous! xx
http://www.thatnewdress.com
I do love a good leather jacket! Thanks, girl!
You look outstanding!
Have a nice week-end!
Gil Zetbase
Thank you!
You look fabulous Ashley!! I love this floral dress, such a perfect choice. I hope you had a great shopping spree! xx
|Elegant Duchess|
Thank you so much, doll! Happy Wednesday!
How fun, and your dress is beautiful!
Thanks, girlfriend!
The dress looks so perfect for spring. I love the floral print.
http://sugarcoatedbears.blogspot.com/
Thanks, Courtney!
you look beautiful, I love the dress and the bag
http://www.alessandrastyle.com
Thank you!
Im in love with your outfit!!!
Andrea//
https://justohana.blogspot.com.es
Thank you, Andrea!
Beautiful black and pink outfit on you babe and YES to the thigh-high split!
aglassofice.com x
That thigh-high sliiiiiit, yes!
As usual very interesting) thanks a lot for sharing!
Thanks, Vika!
We don’t have a Kindred here but it looks like such a beautiful place to shop! By the way I absolutely love love love your dress, it looks beautiful on you!
xox Kirsten // http://kirstenwendlandt.com/sunday-brunching-carbon-bar/
Kindred is such a jam- I’m hoping they open more stores soon!
love so much your floral dress
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have a nice day
Thank you!
Great showroom and you look so good Ashley dear. From your sleek hair to your heels, love.
http://missymayification.co.uk
Thanks, girlfriend!
Sounds like so much! Im loving the floral and leather combo!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Thank you, doll!