Liya Kebede drew inspiration for her clothing company, Lemlem, during a trip she took to Africa. The open-air markets and artisinal bazaars of Ethiopia provided Kebede with the creative impetus to showcase the country's traditional art form of handweaving. Kebede's luxurious designs lend themselves to the unique combination of meticulous craftsmanship and use of natural cotton. If you would like to incorporate Kebede's aesthetic elements into your personal style without breaking the bank, here are some things to keep in mind:

• Kebede's style is about comfort and effortlessness. Find pieces that are loose and lightweight and made from cotton.
• She incorporates a lot of stripes into her designs.
• She also likes to include jumpsuits and rompers into her collection.
• Comfortable shoes for comfortable clothing. Espadrilles work especially well with Kebede's beachy designs. 

Just below we've incorporated these aesthetic elements into some Kebede-inspired outfits that are perfect for this summer season. If you have any other suggestions, don't hesitate to share them in the comment section below. We'd love to hear your thoughts!
If you want to learn more about this amazingly talented woman who puts the super in supermodel, check out Decoding the Designer: Liya Kebede.