I personally love a great kaftan - sophistication, practicality and comfort all in one look? Yes, please! Not to mention that glamorous shows like The White Lotus have helped make the perennial hot weather holiday staple a major summer trend for all ages.
And now the ultimate lifestyle icon Martha Stewart has just influenced us all with her stunning vacation kaftan.
- Martha Stewart showed off her Roberto Cavalli x SKIMS kaftan on Instagram
- The lifestyle guru was on a ‘boat trip’ in the Mediterranean in the social media pic
- I found Martha-worthy floral kaftans at Amazon, Nordstrom Rack, Roberto Cavalli and The White Lotus-featured Camilla and Johnny Was
© InstagramThe 83-year-old posted a glamorous photo of herself on the deck of a yacht off the coast of Italy, wearing a kaftan from the Roberto Cavalli x SKIMS collection - a recent collab with the Italian fashion house known for it's glamorous, bold prints and designs.
She explained of the gifted look: “Right before we left Bedford for Rome for this fabulous boat trip I received a large box from @skims @roberto_cavalli This caftan was one of the beautiful items!!” (Later I spied the same look worn by Kris Jenner, 69, as she mingled with Oprah and Gayle King on her own European vacation.)
But I do have some good news and bad news.
Bad news first - Martha’s exact kaftan is sold out. (Sad face.) But, the good news - no, great news - is that as soon as I saw it was no longer available I searched high and low for some lookalikes that capture the essence of the star’s luxurious laid back look.
So… my wish list is: opulence, Mediterranean vibes, a gorgeous pastel and a beautiful print.
© Amazon, Camilla, Like My ChoiceI looked for the brands I know were featured so iconically in The White Lotus - Camilla, the brand Jennifer Coolidge famously wore in The White Lotus season one, and Johnny Was, as seen in Season three. A great luxe lookalike for Martha’s kaftan is the 100% silk Camilla Kaftan in ‘Gardens Of Queluz’, priced at $636, reduced from $795. It features a V neckline, crystal embellishment and back tie detail with tassels.
For a kimono style with glamorous Roberto Cavalli vibes, I love the Johnny Was Miller Long Kimono, $223.50 (SAVE 25%). The flowy calf-length beach robe with ¾ length sleeves is in a pretty floral with contrasting trim. It comes in sizes XS to XXL, and is machine washable.
Of course I also checked out Roberto Cavalli, where I found this Roberto Cavalli Rose-Print Kaftan Dress for $350 on sale, reduced from $895. It's in red, so a different vibe, but the florals are stunning.
© Nordstrom Rack, Johnny WasMartha-inspired kaftans on a budget
If you’re more about opulence on a budget these days, I went straight to Amazon to check out my options, and Sakkas is a brand that has a whole array of affordable kaftan-style maxi dresses that are similar to Martha’s. The Sakkas Yeni Kaftan Dress, $54.99, is one size fits most - Bust 56" Length 56", designed for sizes 0-26W.
Like My Choice’s Unique Floral Print Midi Dress, $54, is gorgeous and effortless, and looks so comfy too.
Not everyone is looking for a billowing maxi dress, so if you're inspired but would prefer a shorter version, Ranees Tropical Paradise short kaftan, $79.97 at Nordstrom Rack, is a solid choice.
How to style your Martha Stewart-inspired kaftan
Styling a kaftan is really a no-brainer - Martha accessorized hers with nothing but a pair of oversized gold earrings.
You really can wear a kaftan with whatever you’re most comfortable in, whether on a yacht, or poolside or at the beach. To go from beach to boardwalk, it's as simple as throwing it on over a classic swimsuit or bikini, teaming it up with flat sandals or espadrilles.
If you're wearing your kaftan on vacation, a floral look really speaks for itself so you can keep your jewelry minimal. Just add those summer accessories that are both chic and practical: oversized sunglasses, a woven tote and a trending wide-brimmed beach hat - we love Meghan Markle’s sun hats and Princess Kate’s ribbon bedecked look is a great choice, too.
