The holidays are my favorite time of year and I love the festive looks that come with the season. To me, dressing up for the holidays is so fun… now if only I had more parties to attend. I love getting glam and showing a little holiday spirit. Who doesn’t want a little more “merry” in their life this time of the year? Below I’ve put together 3 outfits for the holidays that might inspire an outfit for yourself or give you an idea to put together some pieces that you already own.

Holiday Look 1: Wrapped in Red ft. Leopard

Who doesn’t love a red ensemble for the holidays? I love this 2-piece lace top and bottom or a red jumpsuit. Some may find it overwhelming or out of their comfort to wear all red, but it makes such an elegant statement this time of the year. So I dare you to try!

Leopard is a print that is very versatile, basically your understated staple piece because it pairs with more items in your closet than you think. I think leopard print pairs very well with red, and this coat definitely adds a glamour factor to the whole outfit.

Outfit Details: J. Crew top (more sizes here), J. Crew pant (more sizes here), Kensie Leopard coat (similar here, here & here), Shoes (old, similar here & here), Clutch (vintage)

Holiday Look 2: Crushing in Blue Velvet

I’ve always thought that velvet is a key ensemble for the holidays, whether it be an accent piece, a pair of shoes, a coat, or in this case a dress. Luckily, velvet is very on trend this year so just about every store has a velvet option for every buyer’s taste. This blue velvet dress has been in my closet for 7 years now. My mom got it for me for Christmas and I don’t think I’ll ever let it go. Alright, maybe one day I’ll part with it, but for now it holds a lovely place in my heart.

Along with my velvet dress, I decided to pair this outfit with these darling, blushing pumps, pun intended. One of my favorite bloggers, Gal Meets Glam, had posted an outfit with similar shoes by designer Gianvito Rossi (linked below) last year that I fell in love with except they much exceeded the price I was willing to pay. So when I spotted these Ann Taylor ones this season, I knew they needed to be in my closet and I scored them at 50% off!! Let’s just say I most definitely will get my use out of them since they are somewhat neutral and can be paired with a lot of outfits.

Outfit Details: Kristen Blake Coat, J. Crew velvet dress (old, similar here, here, & here), Ann Taylor Pumps (similar here & here), Michael Kors Bag (similar here & here)

Holiday Look 3: Blazing in Tartan

Okay, who doesn’t love a good blazer, am I right? I snagged this baby from a vintage store in Paris. Sometimes the best pieces you’ll buy aren’t always new, a good reminder to be commercially conscious and that it’s quite alright to shop used items. This tartan blazer is definitely a statement piece for the holidays, but pairs well when you keep this rest of your outfit simple. I paired the blazer with a crisp white button down blouse (staple piece), and black lace pants to add a bit of texture to the whole outfit.

I love a good hair bow, and the one pictured below definitely caught my eye. I got it off of Etsy, so there are no others available but I’ve linked a similar one down below. I love the velvet of it and how it pairs well with the velvet collar detail on my blazer. I also continued the velvet theme with my clutch which is also vintage from an independent seller on Etsy.

Outfit Details: Tartan Blazer (vintage from Paris, similar here, here & here), White top (similar here & here), J. Crew pant (more sizes here), Kenneth Cole shoes (similar here & here), Clutch (vintage, similar here), Hair bow (vintage, similar here)

 

Hopefully you bring a bit a glam and festivity to wherever you end up this Holiday and inspire others to do the same! Happy Holidays to all of you 🙂