Perfect Party Outfits for The Holidays!

One of my favorite parts of the holidays is getting all dressed up! It is so much fun to pick those few cute outfits and shiny gems and with glamor being so stylish right now, there is no better time! This year I have two outfits, both with the same high waist, pocketed skirt from Express, but both so very different from one another. The first is way more glitz with the crop top and statement necklace, and the second is a bit more dressed down for some serious comfy chic.

Look 1: Top ($23.94) Necklace ($19.99)  Skirt ($79.90) Shoes ($72.01)

Look 2: Skirt ($79.90) Top ($88.00) Crystal Necklace ($20.98) Black Necklace ($19.99) Shoes ($72.01)

Personally, I love how easily this skirt can go with EVERYTHING. It is the perfect holiday option for me since it is just so classic and looks so much more expensive than the price tag really is. I also love the fact that a good skirt can make multiple outfits that run the gambit of formality. Of course, there is always the less formal, more edgy style of all black. My next go-to look for those parties in the winter months and for a less formal event is pleather pants, this black sweater from J. Crew, and a pair of booties. Can you say yes, I can! Oh my goodness am I loving this black on black look. If all the black is a bit much for you, I would totally recommend pairing this with some green gems and maybe even a brown accessory or two.

Look 3: Silver Necklace ($20.98) Gold Necklace ($20.98) Pants ($48.00) Top ($79.99) Shoes ($59.00)

And as a bonus, five tips for a budget savvy, super trendy outfit this season!

1. Add some glam. Sparkles make everything more festive! Add some gem-ed up earrings, gold bracelets, a few pretty rings, or a big necklace for some extra pizazz. Just be sure to limit your look to one statement piece at a time!
2. Red lips add glamor. Any outfit can go from day to night or plain to festive with the addition of a ruby red lip. This is also a great secret weapon when you just don't have enough time to finish your eye make-up. No one notices a dressed down eye when ruby red lips are in the picture!
3. Mix and match brands. I like to buy upscale statement pieces that will be stylish for years and add low-cost accessories that are super trendy right now.  This helps keep things new while staying in budget. For lots of price savvy items, check out Target's jewelry and heels, they are incredible (and comfy!).
4. Mix and match styles. Just like brands, styles can be mixed and matched to give a bit more depth to an outfit. The plaid shirt with black skirt and the black sweater with pleather pants are a perfect example of this. Both have one more comfortable, classic piece and one trendy, slightly more edgy piece. This keeps things interesting without being too off the deep end.
5. Keep the eyebrows tamed. It may seem silly, but well trimmed brows can make any look even better. People may not notice a few rogue hairs, but they will notice eyes that do not pop quite the same. Well trimmed eyebrows make eyes pop. It is almost a scientific law.

With these three looks, the holidays will be as easy as pie and you will always look like the bell of the ball. So, what is your favorite and what style are you going for this holiday season?

Things That I am Currently L.O.V.I.N.G From Target

Target usually has fantastic things for the home, but this spring they have really knocked it out of the ball park. I recently went into Target for some of the best retail therapy and had to leave before purchasing the store. The whole store. I was ready to get on my phone, apply for a loan, and purchase the store before leaving aisle one. Then, a moment of rational thinking came upon me and I thought, "instead of buying the store, why not just write about how amazing it is"?

With that thought, I was able to leave and keep my credit score intact. Just think, you reading this article has saved me from a lifetime of crippling debt. Thank you. Now, for the things that I simply do not know how I have lived without for these 27-years of life. Food, water, air- bah. Give me that gold faded vase and I will live FOREVER!

Side note: If you do, however, believe that food is more of a necessity than shopping, be sure to enter the Blue Apron Giveaway going till Sunday!

1. Threshold Demijohn Floor Vase- Really, what is better in life than an ombre gold floor vase?
2. Threshold beige and white tray- I will serve so many brunches in bed and mamosa's on this!
3. Threshold Tufted Bench- YES.
4. Threshold faux succulent terrarium- This is less than $20 and will never die. Nuff said.
5. Threshold stipped canvas Basket- I am noticing that Threshold has some super nice stuff!
6. Indoor/Outdoor geometric navy Rug- Indoor/outdoor rugs are the best types of rugs for offices; they look great but can have a chair easily move around on them. This one is perfect for my office!!!
7. Threshold ceramic Snail- When I was seven I made a ceramic snail in art class. It was not nearly as cute as this one.
8. Threshold circle wood Tray- I have a weakness for wooden trays.
9. Nate Berkus decorative Arrowhead- I seriously do not know why I need this so much, all I know is that I NEED THIS.
10. Threshold Dahlia Mirror- These were made for our bedroom. They look even better in person than in the picture too :)
11. Nate Berkus gold mirrored decorative tray- This one also comes in black if you really want to 70's it up!
12. Nate Berkus Accent Table- It may not be first on the list, but it is the first thing that made me think buying a Target store was a worthwhile endeavor.
13. Safaveih Ikat stripped area rug- This rug comes in multiple sizes and colors!