FESTIVE FRINGE: DRESSY VS CASUAL

I love fringe! Aside from the fact that fringe adds a beautiful texture and dimension to outfits, I absolutely love how twirl-worthy, playful and fun it is! Another reason I'm so fond of it, is because it's so versatile! I know, I know I talk about versatility a lot, but being able to wear my favorites in a variety of ways is really important to me and fringe happens to be one of those well-loved staples that can be dressed up or down depending on occasion! 

Take today's looks for example! I've had my eye on these beautiful fringe pieces for some time now! Aside from the fact that I’m really partial to this particular shade of cream, I fell in love with the effortless movement they create with every single step you take! Rather than wearing them together, I decided to break these matching separates apart to create two very distinct looks!

The first look has a decidedly dressy appeal perfect for any Holiday party. Since this fringe skirt is such a statement piece, I opted to style it with an understated cotton lace blouse, pale pink bag and nude heels. I also opted for a somewhat monochromatic palette to play up the textures of this outfit, making the skirt the focal point of the look. Plus, playing around with different textures, like fringe and lace in this case, is so much fun!

The second outfit has a much more casual appeal. I wanted to create a really fun, effortless look so I paired my fringe top with ripped denim, a suede Moto jacket, and a pair of cute fringe heels to once again play up the textures! You guys know how much I love combining chic and casual pieces and this look was no exception. There’s just something so versatile about this pairing, because denim helps to downplay the dressiness of the top, making it totally day-time appropriate! 

What about you guys, do you love fringe as much as I do? 

ELLA MOSS Stardust fringe skirt | AQUAZZURA Platform sexy thing suede heels | THALE BLANC Tiffany Micro pearl bag | ELLA MOSS Stardust 3/4 sleeve top | AQUAZZURA Wild Thing fringe sandals | Joe's Jeans Kalia mid rise skinny jeans | THE KOOPLES suede jacket | CHANEL bag | MICHAEL KORS Sawyer silver-tone embossed leather watch

FEELING FESTIVE

Though I love Holiday season in general, dressing up is definitely one of my favorite parts! Yet, with so many different events, parties, get-togethers and mixers to attend, choosing what to wear, can get a bit frustrating! So, I though it would be fun do a post covering a few different functions like a casual work party or a family get-together for example, girls night out and finally, a dressier, date-night type occasion.

CASUAL PARTY:

For me, Holiday dressing doesn't automatically imply getting super dressed up! Take festive outerwear for example, a beautiful plaid jacket in a signature Holiday black and red color combo captures the spirit of the season without looking too formal! Perfect for any casual function, not only does it look great but it will also keep you warm and cozy for the rest of the season:) For today's look, I paired my red checked moto jacket with all black pieces and accessories to really make it the focal point of this look! Fun little finishing touch, an oversized plaid blanket scarf to make that red really pop!

GIRLS NIGHT OUT:

A little fun, a little edgy and sexy, a feathered skirt and a tailored blazer are a match made in fashion heaven and a great alternative to a little black dress! Aside from my general love of separates, what makes this particular feather mini & fitter blazer so great is their versatility. You can pair this mini with tailored pieces like I've done for today's look or wear it with a slouchy turtleneck sweater and boots for a slightly more casual vibe. And the same can be said about the blazer! Dress it up with tailored bottoms or down with a pair of jeans and cute loafers. Basically, the possibilities are endless! For today's outfit, I was going for a really dressy, polished look, so I added strappy heels, a fun gold clutch and some beautiful layered jewels in gold.

DATE NIGHT:

Dresses are my achilles heel, and fun, sequin number are my ultimate weakness, especially for the Holidays!:) Love the way sequins catches the light, sparkles and shines in a beautiful rainbow of colors! Once again, a great alternative to a little black dress, sequin dresses add that perfect dose of glitz and glamour and create a really strong impact. Because they are such a statement piece, I prefer to pair them with really simple accessories so that they don't take away from the dress. A cute pair of heels and a simple clutch is really all you need to shine! Finishing touch? A few layered rings, red lips and tousled waves! And voila! A perfect date-night look!

EXPRESS red checked moto jacket ( similar option here ), mid rise skinny jeans, ribbed turtleneck sweater, rhinestone embellished feather mini skirt, 22 inch Studio stretch peak lapel jacket, One Eleven caged back bralette, Aztec sequin embellished mini dress 

PRECIOUS METALS

Good morning and happy almost weekend, everyone! Well..., it's almost here! The Holiday season is almost upon us! Kinda sneaks up on you, doesn't it? :) 

Personally, I love this time of the year! There is something so magical about the Holiday season, and everything seems a little bigger and brighter and happier! I guess I'm a big kid at heart, but I love it all! Christmas trees and music, jingle bells, coffee with eggnog, presents, parties and dressing up! 

Speaking about dressing up... The a-line, crystal-embellished number from Via Delle Perle I'm wearing in today's post is my first find of the season find and latest obsession! I fell in love with this dreamy dress the moment I saw it! I think what makes it so special for me is the beautiful combination of mixed metallic, crystal embellishments and a classically elegant shape! Feminine and fun yet so very polished and sophisticated! Basically, everything I could hope for in a dress and more!:)

VIA DELLE PERLE a-line dress | RENE CAOVILLA suede & lace boots | DYLANLEX rings

MINT CONDITION

 Got this sweater last night as an early Christmas present, so naturally I couldn't resist the urge to wear it right away. So warm and cozy and of course I love the pretty shade of mint! Big fan of those day-to-night pieces:) Emil and I have a few quick errands to run this morning to finish up last minute additions to our Christmas shipping list. I know, can't believe I waited till last minute this year... Not me at all, normally I'm done wrapping presents in July:) Lesson learned for next year:) Later on we are heading to Emil's parents house for a very traditional Christmas dinner. Good food, great company and loads of presents, pretty much doesn't get any better!

My family and I also wanted to take this opportunity to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas! I hope joy and happiness snow on you, may all your days be marry and may Santa be extra good to you:)! 

Rebecca Minkoff metal corner clutch | Heed v-neck blend sweater | Free People boyfriend jeans { similar here & here } | "City Lights" Clear quartz over green onyx cocktail ring via Tacori | Armani Exchange chronograph boyfriend watch { similar here } | Cara Accessories spike stretch pave bracelet  { similar here } | ASOS earrings { cute ones here & here } | Butter London nail polish in "Queen Vic"

Keep on smiling,

Love,

Annabelle

VIVALUXURY + CHICTOPIA NAUGHTY OR NICE CONTEST

Woven deep pocket pants in pewter & Beaded sleeve blazer via ShopAkira | Snake embossed skinny watch via Armani Exchange | Lancaster Paris crystal clutch | Alice + Olivia Odell mirrored wedge pumps  { more sizes here }  | Necklaces - old { similar here & here } | Mali Sabatasso rings | Butter London nail polish in "Diamond Geezer" 

I would like to start by announcing the winner of Cornwall Street International Giveaway. Congrats to  Debora from Rimini, Italy on winning gorgeous bracelets, hope you enjoy wearing them as much as I do!

Secondly, I am so excited to partner up with Chictopia to announce the "Naughty or Nice" contest. As you get dressed for this Holiday season, is your style naughty or nice? Sweet or sexy? Submit pics of your Holiday outfits HERE for a chance to win amazing prizes! How amazing? Six winners will receive $500 worth of clothing from one of 3 guest judges Lulu*s, Shop Akira and Sugarlips! Each of the guest judges will pick 1 naughty and 1 nice winner. The contest ends on Friday, January 4th 2013 at 11:59 pm PST and the winners will be announced the following week. So, best of luck everyone!

For my entry I decided to take a break from Holiday dresses and instead opted for a pair of shimmery pewter pants accessorized with silver heels, sparkly layered necklaces, chrystal encrusted clutch and a gorgeous beaded  jacket. I think metallics always look NICE:) for the Holidays, n'est-ce pas?

CLICK HERE or on the Banner above to Enter the "Naughty or Nice" Contest and to Vote for Your Favorite Entries!

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Keep on smiling,

Love,

Annabelle