It’s Party Time

Thanksgiving weekend is coming to a close, but the real partying has yet to begin. It is officially the holiday season, and the festivities are about to get off to a roaring start. Getting together with friends, families and co-workers to celebrate the holidays is the perfect excuse to host a get together (as if you really needed one!). You’ll need some fabulous ensembles for the occasion, and the many other parties you’ll be attending, so I’ve curated a list of the perfect holiday items that will have you shining bright like the star you are!

This year I’m looking to add silver to my repertoire – Attico’s stretch silk-blend  lame maxi dress on sale at Net-a-Porter is calling my name!

Shop for your holiday season below! Check back for more holiday finds during the month!

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The Black Friday Sale Continues

Whether buying gifts or picking up a few items for your own closet, with so many great sales going on now is the perfect time to go shopping. Above are some of the items I had my eye on at some point, and are now on sale. Yipee!!

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Top Shop Unique Mayfair Feather-Embellished Satin Mini Dress // Carven Wool Gaberdine Vest // A.L.C. Small Lucas Duffel // Acne Studios Baylay Big Chunky Sweater // A.L.C Franca Jumpsuit // Marni Leather Ankle Boots

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Party Down

It is starting to officially feel like the holidays. With a bit of a nip in the air and Thanksgiving practically knocking on the door, I’m beginning to feel the spirit.

With the holidays comes a plethora of occasions to rationalize adding a new dress or two to your wardrobe.Though the fabulous feeling of attending a party with friends and loved ones looking absolutely smashing in a new dress is always reason enough for me!!

I adore all the dresses above with the Camila & Marc crepe dress a particular favorite for a more formal (cocktailish) affair. And, if it’s pants you fancy, Isa Arfen’s bow embellished wool and silk blend top paired with her high-waisted slim pants is a chic, modern alternative. Hense, the option of adding one or two to the closet.

For the complete look pair with:

Camilla & Marc Winter Wren Crepe Dress $672.00 // Front Row Shop Layered Silk Dress $94.00 // Mason By Michelle Mason Lace Back Dress $495.00 // Isabel Marant Maybe Charmeuse Leopard Print $925 on sale for $417.00 Dress // Isa Arfen Bow Embellished Wool And Silk Blend Top $ 755.00 & Straight Leg Pant $930.00 // Aritzia Wilfred Chasles Dress $145.00.

ASOS Premiere Pointed High Heels $72.00 // Sarah Magid Caged Cone Linear Earrings $168.00 // Diane Von Furstenberg Clasp Box Clutch $411.00

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Surf’s Up, Baby!

I’ve always wanted to learn to surf. Riding a huge crest of a wave seems so freeing (albeit damn hard). Yet, I could never wrap my head around the idea of wearing a damp and cold wet suit. Ever since I been wearing Zara’s white neoprene flared skirt, I’ve been obsessed with the fabric. And, this season designers are riding high on this trend’s waves – it is everywhere.

My new fixation is on Josh Goot’s delicious bubblegum scuba skirt. The color is magnificent, and I love the cut out look, or known as high/low, a trend I doubt I will ever tire of. The cut, color and fabric lend the skirt a fresh and modern feel. Pair it with Zara’s floral neoprene sweatshirt top for a romantic yet cool vibe!

Neoprene dresses are a  great way to have some fun with your style this holiday season! You can’t go wrong in MSGM’s sleek basic black dress with an embellished neckline, or Cynthia Rowley’s iridescent multi-colored scuba dress – love this color and sheen!!

Wanting a more chill and relaxed feel? Look no further than Kenzo’s embroidered neoprene lotus eye sweater – the perfect piece to wear with leggings or jeans. It also looks smashing when paired with Clover Canyon’s Russian Enamel pencil skirt (which is also fab with a basic black crew neck sweater).

The neoprene possibilities are endless!!

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Clockwise from top left: Zara Neoprene Floral Top $59.90, Josh Goot Bubblegum Cut-Away Scuba Skirt $610.00 Avenue 32, Cynthia Rowley Iridescent Scuba Dress $410.00, Kenzo Embroidered Neoprene Lotus Eye Sweater $475.00 Opening Ceremony, Club Monaco Susie Neoprene Pleated Dress $229.00 on sale for $159.00, Clover Canyon Russian Enamel Pencil Skirt $225.00 ShopBop, MSGM Short Neoprene Dress $480.00 The Corner,

LBD = Holiday Dresses

What makes the perfect Holiday dress? It’s a dress that’s suitable for the many cocktail parties, dinners and office fetes that await you. What it shouldn’t be is a dress that gets tucked away in your closet, only to be pulled out at the same time every year for the holidays.

The Little Black Dress fits the bill to a tee. They can rock your holiday parties and dinners while being a go to dress in the future. And every designer has one in their collection, so finding the one that “speaks to you” should be a cinch. We’ve curated a selection of dresses with varying price points so they can easily fit into your holiday budget. We particularly fancy the knitted macrame dress from Top Shop and the hi-lo kimono sleeve dress from ASOS.

Looking chic this holiday is easy as the LBD.

Clockwise from top left: Strapless Layered Ostrich Feather Dress $328.00 www.anntaylor.com, Holy Tee Yves Stretch-Jersey & Silk-Chiffon Dress $345.00 www.netaporter.com, Aqua Cobra Rolled Kimono Sleeve Hi-Lo Dress $199.98 www.asos.com, L’agence Lace Bodice Dress $495.00 on sale for $299.00 www.barney.com, Knitted Macrame Dress $120.00 www.topshop.com, Shirt Dress With Sash Belt $159.00 www.zara.com,