NYE Glamour

Dress the Population 'Audrey' Sequin Body-Con Dress Jessica Simpson 'Camby' Suede Pump Kate Spade 'Steal The Spotlight' Camera Crossbody Bag Kate Spade 'Rise and Shine' Stud Earrings David Yurman Oval Link Bracelet MAC 'Ruby Woo' Matte Lipstick

'Tis the season for sequins and sparkle!  This year we will be spending NYE in California and I am SO EXCITED!  Just the thought of not having to plan for frigid weather while wearing a cute outfit is a major plus.  If you are going to be somewhere that is really cold to ring in the new year, no worries!  You can always add a chic faux fur jacket, faux fur stole, or a nice blanket scarf to your look to stay warm.  

I've worn sequin body-con sequin dresses in the past, but this year I'm really digging the hemline of this Dress the Population frock!  It's funny because I actually avoided mid-length hems up until now,  thinking that they wouldn't flatter someone who is shorter (5'5" on a good day).  I have to say, I was absolutely wrong and I love the way this dress fits!  NYE is definitely the perfect occasion to rock a body-con dress and this long sleeve version would be great for colder weather!  

For my hair, I wanted to try something different and create an old Hollywood look.  To do this, I used the same 1" curling iron as always and wrapped my hair around the curling iron toward the front of my face (usually I wrap it away from my face).  After you curl all of your hair, gently brush through the curls to blend them together and make sure to finish it with a good hairspray!  There is a great tutorial for this look here!  

I hope your week is off to a great start, thanks for stopping by!  

HOLIDAY PRINTS

Anthropologie/Sachin + Babi 'Vespertine' High-Low Skirt Target Women's Ultra Soft Pullover Sweater Baublebar 'Courtney' Bib Necklace Forever 21 Pointed Faux Suede Pumps Rebecca Minkoff 'Leo' Envelope Clutch David Yurman Oval Link Bracelet

When I saw this skirt at Anthropologie, I just knew it would be perfect for the holidays!  Not only is it beautiful, but it's a nice length for cold weather.  My favorite statement necklace went perfect with this outfit and gives it a pop of holiday glamour.  This is one of my favorite holiday outfits so far because the print on the skirt paired with a cobalt blue sweater aren't your typical Christmas party go-to's.  Have you started checking off your Christmas shopping list yet?!

I HEART HALLOWEEN

LC Lauren Conrad Runway Collection Tiered Fringe Crop Top Space 46 'The Wendy' Tulle Skirt Similar Sam Edelman Red Suede Pumps Similar Socks Kate Spade Clutch, Less Expensive Version Here David Yurman Cable Classics Band Ring David Yurman Oval Link Bracelet

Unlike some of my past costumes, this year I wanted to do something that was easy and fun.  Usually, I get way into my Halloween costumes and end up spending entirely too much time & money, so this was the perfect solution.  Below you can find directions to DIY this costume!

Felt Hearts:

First, make a template for the heart shapes.  You can do this by printing out a heart or just freehand drawing one.  Next, use the heart template and trace 3 hearts onto red felt and 3 hearts onto a piece of felt that is more stiff than the red.  Cut out all 6 hearts and glue them together.  Using safety pins, attach the hearts onto your skirt fabric and only pin through the stiff felt backing.  

Card Clutch:

I used a patent leather clutch I already had from our wedding.  On the back of it, I used Zots to attach the cards.  Zots are perfect because you can peel them off after Halloween!  Just be careful when taking them off, peel them off very slowly so the fabric doesn't rip.  

Card Crown:

1.  Print out crown template here.  

2. Cut out crown template.  

3.  Using a hot glue gun (or stapler), glue the cards onto the paper crown.  Make sure you cover the entire piece of paper.

4.  Trim the cards to the shape of the crown template.

5. Optional: peel the paper template off.  This worked both times that I made this.  The hot glue doesn't stick well to the waxy cards, so use staples to reinforce them just in case!

6. Staple the crown together.

7.  Staple a small piece of ribbon on each side of the inside of the crown.  

8. Optional: Glue a piece of ribbon to the bottom of the crown to finish the edge.  

9. To secure the crown on your head, use a small hair clip.  Make sure the clip goes over both the ribbon inside of the crown as well as your hair.  

10.  Have the HAPPIEST Halloween yet!

I Heart You

Rebecca Minkoff Heart Handbag // Space 46 Tulle Skirt, Also Love This // Black Crop Top // Jessica Simpson Pumps // David Yurman Cable Bracelet // J.Crew Crystal Bracelet // Kate Spade Necklace, Similar Here // David Yurman Earrings, Similar Here //

I wore this skirt at our wedding reception, so it goes without saying why it is the perfect piece to wear on a day that celebrates love.  I'll be wearing this ensemble for our Valentine's dinner, but even if you don't have big plans for V-Day, why not frolic around town in a tulle skirt?!  This Space 46 number will instantly put you in a good mood and might even inspire compliments from strangers.  Pair it with a plaid shirt for a more casual look, a chic crop top for date night, or a pastel sweater for Sunday outings...the sky is the limit!  

Most importantly, have a wonderful Valentine's Day!