Tutu

Blouse-H&M, Skirt-Elizabeth & James, Shoes-Pierre Hardy for Gap,
Necklace-from local store, Bracelet-Target, Rings-Silpada, F21, Fur(below)-Vintage

I love the Holidays, crazy as they can get. Every weekend in December is filled with partiers, and in the middle of them all is my 40th birthday bash. Probably not the smartest thing to be planning during this hectic time, but that's what happens when you're a holiday baby. This outfit came together at the last minute Saturday night. Since I've spent most of my fall budget on the dress for my birthday party, I'm shopping in my closet for rest of the holiday parties I'll be attending.  I knew I wanted something flirty and fun, so this skirt fit the bill. It's the perfect party skirt. You can't tell from the pictures (I really need to find a better way to take pictures during the cold/dark winter!), but the hem is leather, as is the waistband. My favorite part of the skirt is the tutu effect it has, which makes me want to twirl the night away. 

Holiday Inspiration - Shine

If you're anything like me, when the holidays roll around, all you can think about is adding some sparkle to your wardrobe. I know it's top of mind when I'm picking out my looks (remember this post?). I always seem to find a way to add some shine or sparkle to my wear. I love the picks below because I can make them work for any occasion, dressy or casual. I know I'll be looking to these pieces for inspiration in my own closet (remember - I committed to only buying gifts for others this year...this is going to be harder than I thought). What is your inspiration for holiday dressing? Sparkle and Shine? Bold Color? Fur? Feathers?

• 1.Milly Metallic lace shift dress $400 - net-a-porter.com
• • 2.French Connection $128 - frenchconnection.com
  • • 3.Rosamosario La Fata Babydoll silk-crepe and lace chemise $725 - net-a-porter.com
    • • 4.Embellished Beaded Crop Sleeveless Top $135 - topshop.com
      • 5.Gunmetal Sequin Shorts $90 - topshop.com
      • • 6.ALICE by Temperley Lace playsuit $325 - net-a-porter.com
        • • 7.Grey Premium Burn Out Print Wide Leg Trousers $110 - topshop.com
          • • 8.Silky sacha jumpsuit $288 - usa.frenchconnection.com
            • • 9.Diamante Bead Kimono $160 - topshop.com
              • • 10.L'Agence Crystal-beaded silk-chiffon pants $800 - net-a-porter.com
                • • 11.J.Crew Joey sequin-embellished skirt $275 - net-a-porter.com
                  • • 12.Adam Folded-sequin silk-organza dress $1,495 - net-a-porter.com

Looklet

It's Friday! Hope you've got fun plans for the weekend.  With Thanksgiving (and Holiday Party season) a week away, I've got holiday dressing on the mind and thinking about what I want to wear. 

I created the look above on Looklet. Their site is like digital fashion dolls for adults. It's fantastic! You can pull together outfits, layer clothes, accessorize, choose your model and your background. Check out my page on Looklet and let me know what you think, and while you're at it, let me know what you're planning to wear during the holidays!

Have a great weekend!