The holiday season is the perfect opportunity to try out new fashion trends. From metallics to sequins to statement jewelry, there are so many choices to choose from that purchasing all these great fashion buys may put a hole in your wallet. Never fear, though, we’ve used our stylish minds and came up with three different outfits that let you be fashionably inventive using one dress and plenty of accessories!
One Dress
Kristin Dress in Silk Taffeta, $290, J.Crew
Look 1: Glimmer and Shine
Metallic Mesh Pumps, $29.80 Forever 21
Layered Cuff, $7.80 Forever 21
Lustrous Pearlescent Bracelet Set, $5.80 Forever 21
This season is definitely the season of sequins, glitter and anything else that shines. And that’s exactly what this outfit is all about “ shining and standing out from the crowd. Paired with gold metallic pumps and an armful of gold accessories, this outfit will definitely make you stand out from the crowd at the next holiday party you attend.
Look 2: Drama Queen
Midnight Black Statement Necklace, $25 ALDO
Black Skinny Belt, $20 for set of 2, ALDO
Black Patent Wedges, on sale for $24.99, regular $70
Skull Tights, $19.90, Zara
So not everyone wants to be blinged out from head to toe, but they still want to be glamorous, just in their own way. This outfit is all about being a little more edgier and thinking outside the box when it comes to the typical ˜holiday wear’. This outfit is all about focusing on the contrast between the black and darker accessories, like the wedges and necklace, and combining it with the beautifully sweet colour of the J.Crew dress. The end result? An outfit that will please you and especially your mom when she sees you at the annual family Christmas dinner.
Look 3: Colour Me Pretty
Short Knit Cardigan, $39.95, H&M
Burgundy Tights, $15.90, Zara
Large Metal Necklace, $19.95, H&M
If you ever wanted to achieve a look that would make Blair Waldorf happy, this is your look. Using the three elements every party outfit should have: charm, sophistication and coloured tights, this outfit will make you feel ultra feminine and sweet and even maybe garner you a girl-next-door reputation, which is always a good reputation to have especially when trying to attract the attractive guy standing over in the corner at your BFF’s holiday potluck.
