You don't even need to set foot inside a major department store to get the memo that the holiday season is upon us. Tinsel and turkey and bells of all sorts will soon remind you that the hollidays are completley unavoidable, and then slowly, the invitations (read anxiety) will roll in. Chill out and plan ahead. There's sure to be a mid-week bash with everyone from the office, the annual family reunion and at least one friendly holiday soiree featuring he-who-must-not-be-named (not Voldemort, silly.. I am refering to your ex). So, cut the seasonal stress, and get decked out in fabulous winter dresses and trends!
Rock the Christmas or New Years party and catch every ones attention with a luxurious fur jacket, statement jacket, killer heels and gold accessories. To pull your look all together, add a voluminous burgundy pout!
-Alexander Wang Fur Puffer Jacket $6835.00
-Stella McCartney Bustier $91.00
-Chanel Gold Purse
-Chanel Burgundy Lip stain
Drinks with your girlfriends schedualed? You will be with your close girls, but the chances are you still wont know anyone else out, so bust out your friend-makin' shoes and your "friend"-makin' dress. Hubba hubba!
-House of Harlow 1960 Natalia Haircalf Platform Booties, $295, available at Shopbop
-Tasha Metal Mesh Box Clutch, $98, available at Nordstrom
Plan to attend a swanky Holliday Fundraiser Hosted By Your Fave Fancy Charity-
'Tis the season to give back, and in a big, big way. Anyone who is anyone will be in attendance at this winter's bash, so pull out all the stops and slip into something a little more glamourous. Skip the expected shades of holiday reds and greens, and go for a chic, creamy, neutral frock with some added sequins to top it off.
-Alexander Wang Asymmetric silk-crepe dress, $675, available at Net-A-Porter;
-Christian Louboutin Duvetter 120 Metallic and Patent Leather Pumps, $675, available at Net-A-Porter
Planning on attending an 'ugly Christmas sweater' party and you dont really want to look that ugly?
I am all for the ugly sweater bandwagon, but that doesn't mean I am willing to make a complete mockery of myself. Mix heinous yuletide threads with a few super-cute pieces that balance out the silly. Pin-on sleigh bells are (not entirely) optional.
-L.L.Bean Kingfield Sweater, $94, available at L.L.Bean
-Modcloth Recharge Your Batteries dress, $39.99, available at Modcloth
-Pour la Victoire Lace-Up Boots, $158, available at Joan Shepp.
Celebrate this New Years in a sexy shimmery party dress with a pair of lustworthy heels and accessories. Aim for heels with straps so you can dance the night away! You will be sure to catch the eye of your current crush, as well as any obnoxious jelous ex's and frenemies ;)
-Matthew Williamson Liquid Sequin dress $3,220 available at ssense.com
Hoping to be the center of attention at your famileys annual Christmas get together?
There's nothing like good food and good company, and tonight's got it all. Sit around the Horn of Plenty and indulge with your nearest and dearest, who won't judge you after your third helping. Just in case, choose something comfortable and floaty, to camouflage the impending food baby.
-H&M Dress, $34, available at H&M
Falke Fashion Tights Floral Twist, $44, available at Intermix;
Are you planning on attending a office Christmas party and you are hoping on avoiding the aqward side-waise glance for dressing to "casual" ?
Show off your glamorous side, since they've been seeing you in your professional wear five days a week for the past year. Just make sure you cover up… embrace the festive occasion with fun embellishments.
-Topshop Embellished Sleeve Dress, $175, available at Topshop
-Michael Michael Kors Josie Back Zip Pump, $174.95, available at Nordstrom
-House of Harlow 1960 Tilly Clutch, $250, available at Stefani Bags.
Planning on being a date to someone else's Christmas gig? Wear something dressy, yet fashionable so you can stand out, while still not hogging the show (you are a guest remember..)
-Chanel vintage pearl drop diamond earings $1,310 available at stylebop.com
-Christian Louboutin Duvetter 120 Metallic and Patent Leather Pumps, $675, available at Net-A-Porter
