(Warning: this is going to be a long post)
I so love getting all fancy-fied and what better reason than a holiday party??? So for some inspiration I turned to a really fun website (which I've mentioned before) Polyvore and like other boards everything included here is under $50...even the dress!
The Left Side: contains some items that are a little more "traditional" (I use that term loosely) by incorporating red, green, and gold. Take your favorite LBD (because what woman doesn't feel sexy in a LBD???) and add some fun, furry boots or some bright Christmas-red heels and your favorite standout gold jewelry.
The Right Side: for that woman who wants to feel glitzy but doesn't want to rock the red and green so the alternative...pick a jewel tone! I personally LOVE LOVE LOVE purple. So again, take the same LBD throw on a super adorable pair of glittery pumps and then add your jewel tone items.
Key Take-Aways:
~Wear hosiery (tights or nylons) because not only does it look adorable, but it's super functional, will keep you just a little warmer, and cover up those winter-pale legs. But remember, if your shoes are fancy, keep your hose toned down and vise-versa if you are wearing your favorite (plain) black pumps, feel free to wear polka dots, fish nets, or even lace prints.
~Paint your nails! Get a good polish (in a color that you love) that advertises that 1 coat does the trick. And here's a secret that I do, get completely ready: dressed, hair, makeup, shoes, coat, AND get in the car (I ask hubs to drive) and before we drive away, paint your nails. If you get a fast drying polish, before you get to your destination your nails will be dry and in perfect "just-stepped-out-of-the-salon" manicure.
~To feel INSTANTLY glamorous and pulled together wear false lashes! I know they can seem intimidating, but seriously get a pair that are supposed to be worn more than once and a few days before the party PRACTICE. This way you won't feel rushed or panicked that you're going to mess up and end up saying "forget it". If you can put on eyeliner you can wear false lashes!
~Wear lipstick! Even if you're nervous and not really a "lipstick kind of girl"...wear lipstick! You will look sooo much more pulled together and your face will photograph better if you have color on it. But...
~Choose ONE facial feature to feature. Choose your eyes OR your lips to enhance. DO NOT DO BOTH! Trust me, you may think it looks "fun" for a party but you will look too made up and at some point regret it. So either do the smokey eye and a pale lip OR bold lips and minimal eye color.
Another great thing I love about this style board is that it provides a variety of outfit options if you are so lucky to have multiple engagements this holiday season. And because you are wearing a simple LBD no one is going to say "hey, didn't you wear that zebra stripe dress to last Saturday's party???" :) And because I always pick out my "wish product" from the boards, today's is the LBD. It's perfect and a great price and you know what????
I bought it!!! :) I'll have to write about it when it come in.
I so love getting all fancy-fied and what better reason than a holiday party??? So for some inspiration I turned to a really fun website (which I've mentioned before) Polyvore and like other boards everything included here is under $50...even the dress!
The Left Side: contains some items that are a little more "traditional" (I use that term loosely) by incorporating red, green, and gold. Take your favorite LBD (because what woman doesn't feel sexy in a LBD???) and add some fun, furry boots or some bright Christmas-red heels and your favorite standout gold jewelry.
The Right Side: for that woman who wants to feel glitzy but doesn't want to rock the red and green so the alternative...pick a jewel tone! I personally LOVE LOVE LOVE purple. So again, take the same LBD throw on a super adorable pair of glittery pumps and then add your jewel tone items.
Key Take-Aways:
~Wear hosiery (tights or nylons) because not only does it look adorable, but it's super functional, will keep you just a little warmer, and cover up those winter-pale legs. But remember, if your shoes are fancy, keep your hose toned down and vise-versa if you are wearing your favorite (plain) black pumps, feel free to wear polka dots, fish nets, or even lace prints.
~Paint your nails! Get a good polish (in a color that you love) that advertises that 1 coat does the trick. And here's a secret that I do, get completely ready: dressed, hair, makeup, shoes, coat, AND get in the car (I ask hubs to drive) and before we drive away, paint your nails. If you get a fast drying polish, before you get to your destination your nails will be dry and in perfect "just-stepped-out-of-the-salon" manicure.
~To feel INSTANTLY glamorous and pulled together wear false lashes! I know they can seem intimidating, but seriously get a pair that are supposed to be worn more than once and a few days before the party PRACTICE. This way you won't feel rushed or panicked that you're going to mess up and end up saying "forget it". If you can put on eyeliner you can wear false lashes!
~Wear lipstick! Even if you're nervous and not really a "lipstick kind of girl"...wear lipstick! You will look sooo much more pulled together and your face will photograph better if you have color on it. But...
~Choose ONE facial feature to feature. Choose your eyes OR your lips to enhance. DO NOT DO BOTH! Trust me, you may think it looks "fun" for a party but you will look too made up and at some point regret it. So either do the smokey eye and a pale lip OR bold lips and minimal eye color.
Another great thing I love about this style board is that it provides a variety of outfit options if you are so lucky to have multiple engagements this holiday season. And because you are wearing a simple LBD no one is going to say "hey, didn't you wear that zebra stripe dress to last Saturday's party???" :) And because I always pick out my "wish product" from the boards, today's is the LBD. It's perfect and a great price and you know what????
I bought it!!! :) I'll have to write about it when it come in.
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