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Floral Maxi Holiday Party Look

December 16, 2016

Hi, loves!
In case you didn’t already know, I LOVE to dress up. It goes back to being a little girl and borrowing my mom’s gold-veined drawstring velvet pouch, stepping my feet in to her platform wedding shoes, and taking a huge fluffy brush and dipping it in to her Lancôme loose powder. My mom is not a fancy person by far, but when she gets ready for an event, she definitely has her standard go-to’s. She always has an elegant bag that goes with everything and holds only the essentials, and a tried-and-true simple beauty regimen.
Definitely one thing that I learned from her getting-ready routine is to not make anything too complicated. Find a bag that’s not too big (it’ll get in the way at the dinner table or when you’re dancing!), use a lip stain or long-wearing matte lipstick so you’re not constantly worried about your lip color smearing, and don’t line or put mascara on the bottom of your eyes, because they’re just a set-up for smears.
My present day beauty routine for parties is quite simple! Neutral shadow, a cat-eye liner application (always black), mascara, a touch of bronzer and blush, tinted BB cream, concealer when needed, and either a pale pink lustre lipstick or bold lip stain, depending on my outfit/mood. I’d rather be in the moment and enjoying myself and my company then worrying about how I look. Keep it cute, pretty and simple, but never basic 😉

Dress c/o Rent the Runway (Erin Fetherston Floral Olivia Gown) // Beaded bag / vintage // Heels / Ivanka Trump (more on these in a future post) // Wrap / gift from my mom <3

This post is sponsored by Rent the Runway. All thoughts and opinions on items in this post are my own. I would never recommend brands or products that I don’t personally use, and have actually been a Rent the Runway customer for a couple years.

Party Ready with Simply Be

December 11, 2016

Hi loves!
I hope everyone is doing well and staying mostly sane during this increasingly busy holiday season. I can feel work getting busier by the day, as to be expected when the temperatures drop! My gift-giving is mostly handled, thankfully, and I’m also working on some gift guide items to share with you, which I’m really excited about!

Amidst all of the shopping and cooking, and everything else that makes the holidays great, there is also the parties to attend (and even host)! I’ve partnered with Simply Be to bring you some gorgeous holiday party looks. They’re completely different from each other to have you covered, from the work or family party, to the night out with friends. Simply Be has a fantastic selection of festive items to build your perfect party look. They’re serving up faux fur and leather jackets to keep you cute AND warm, embellished little dresses, metallic clutches, statement necklaces, and everything in between. So many of these items would cross over to your NYE look as well. Happy shopping, and have fun getting party ready with Simply Be 😀

Lace midi dress c/o Simply Be // Coat / vintage // Heels / JustFab // Link bracelet / J.Crew // Bangle / Wilson Jewelers // Long chain necklace / vintage // ID chain bracelet / Ettika // Rings / Forever 21
#Obsessed with this lace dress. The navy with nude lining is a little sexy but still girly. Paired with a vintage swingy coat, suede heels, and layered gold chains, this look is ideal for a more formal holiday gathering. The dress also has pockets, so you don’t even need to bring a clutch!

Jacket & Booties (currently half off!) c/o Simply Be // Dress / I Shop Simply // Necklace / eBay // Bracelet / Wilson’s Jewelers // Sunnies / Amazon
I love the pairing of a more ladylike print bodycon dress with a faux leather jacket and booties. It is the perfect balance of feminine and edgy with a touch of glam, courtesy of a bold crystal statement necklace.

Shot by Holli Zenko Photography.

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November Stitch Fix Review

November 30, 2016

Hello, loves (and Fall!)
I’m so excited to bring to you my November Stitch Fix Review! I have to say, this was a goooood one. I love when my stylist just “gets” what I’m in the mood to wear. This time, I requested a dark pair of jeans, a jewel-toned or dark blazer, another moody floral piece (still going strong on this theme haha!), and a shirtdress. I knew it was a gamble asking for a shirtdress, as they almost ALWAYS don’t fit in the hips, or if they do, they’re swimming around the bust area. Alas, the curse of big hips and a less-than-voluptuous upper half 😉 This one didn’t work for me, and was way too short to wear as a dress. The ruffle tank, pictured solo, seemed a bit too 70’s for me, and I also noticed it had a small hole in it! Definitely a first in my Stitch Fix boxes, but it of course went back. Continue reading to see what I kept and what I passed on in my November Stitch Fix Review.

Blazer / Stitch Fix // Striped top / Elizabeth & Clarke // Jeans / MaviUSA from StitchFix // Scarf / H&M // Tote / Sole Society // Flats / BCBGeneration from Nordstrom Rack
The jeans are from a previous fix, and are a perpetual favorite. The blazer was lovely, had a cool herringbone pattern, and in a color that was so versatile, but at $98, I couldn’t justify keeping it.

Jeans / Liverpool Jeans from Stitch Fix // Blouse / Zara // Flats / Tory Burch // Bag / Botkier // Bracelet / Ronnie M Jewelry
I’d been in need of another pair of dark skinnies for some time now, and these fit like a dream. They’re a touch long to wear with flats, but are the perfect length to wear with heels, or scrunched up a bit. These were a steal at $78, because I will get SO much use out of them in the upcoming months.

Top / Stitch Fix / Skirt / Stitch Fix (past fix) // Heels / Ivanka Trump // Clutch / Vintage
This top represented my “moody floral” request, and I LOVE the lace detail at the top. It does force me to wear a strapless bra, but I’ll suffer to be able to wear this beauty! Blouse, $58, kept.

This is the aforementioned 70’s-ish top, which I was already not sold on, then I discovered a small hole near the seam.. Top, $54, returned.

Uggghh… It’s so cute!!!! Damn wide hips. Shirtdress, $64, returned.

All in all, I kept the jeans and floral blouse, based on projected wear and value overall. The blazer I kind of regret returning, but I’m sure my stylist can find another at a more reasonable price point.

If you’re interested in signing up for Stitch Fix, or sending a gift card to a lucky someone for the holidays, feel free to use my link, and let me know how you like it!

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How to Dress for Holiday Parties Without Freezing

November 30, 2016

Hello, loves!
Well, typical Southern California, we skipped fall and headed straight on in to winter! Mark and I just returned from the East coast, visiting family, and I thought we would be coming back to moderate temps and sunshine! The temps are actually about the same, but it just feels so much colder here today. With all of the festive events coming up, I wanted to share a couple of tips on how to dress for holiday parties without freezing, because of course we all want to look cute (and/or sexy), but also don’t want to be distracted by how cold we are!

First and foremost, consider outerwear. I flash to any of the wintery episodes of Gossip Girl for inspiration. Some of their coats and jackets were more bedazzled than the dresses underneath! I love this idea, because some places you’ll end up will require you actually keep your outerwear on, so why not treat everyone to some extra glitz? Another idea is to add a lovely cluster of brooches to the lapel of a simpler coat to give it a sparkle boost. If the climate is more moderate, opt for a cape, like I did here, to create interesting lines and still show off some of your outfit underneath.

Your bottom half.. No, I’m not suggesting wearing pants for all of your holiday festivities, but a nice pair of thick, opaque tights under a dress or skirt can really help shield you from the bitter cold. If you’re rocking a solid colored dress, consider patterned tights for an unexpected take.

For footwear, heels are lovely, and I still prefer them because they make me feel more “dressed-up”, but a classic pair of heeled knee-high boots or sleek ankle booties are another great way to add warmth and coverage. Just make sure you don’t wear a pair that’s scuffed/too plain or it makes the overall look much more casual. And please, for the love of everything, no UGGS.

Lastly, I love a pashmina or fringe scarf for keeping the heat in around your neck and shoulders. It’s something you can keep on after taking your jacket off that doesn’t look too bundled up, and I LOVE a bold pair of dangly earrings against an artfully folded scarf.

Check out how I’ve styled the gorgeous Vivian Sheath Dress from London Times, and see what other lovely new dresses they’re offering for this holiday party season.

Dress c/o London Times
Shot by Holli Zenko Photography

This post is sponsored by London Times. Items contained in this post were provided to me for reviewing purposes. This post also contains affiliate links and clicking on them or purchasing items through them may provide me with a small commission. This is part of what helps keep Dressed for Time going.

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