Happy holidays and Christmas Eve, everyone!
I know I don't post very consistently, but since it's so close to Christmas (less than 24 hours actually), I felt that it'd be only right to post something for people to enjoy. Hopefully.
Since it's the holiday season, and after Christmas the new year of 2014 is looming closely on the horizon, I'm willing to assume that a lot of people will be throwing or attending holiday parties. I always love holiday parties for the companionship, cheer, and festivities, but it also means dressing up. Which I am rather inept at because it's so hard for me to step outside of my fashion comfort zone. However, after some experimenting, I found some fun, wearable, easy ways to change up your look for the holidays ranging from subtle to a bit of edge and boldness (well, in my opinion).
1) Metallics and holiday colors in eye makeup. Try things such as using a metallic gold eyeliner or a light dusting of some glittery, shimmery eyeshadow for some subtle sparkle. It's easy to pull off, not too bold, and it will look great when you and your friends are all sitting around the holiday candlelight. I also tried a dark, lush green eyeliner with some gold eyeshadow, and it really brought out the colors of my eyes and pulled my outfit together. And I was not self-conscious at all.
2) Glam accessories. Nothing pulls an outfit together better than some seriously fabulous accessories. And since it's the holidays, it's perfectly acceptable to wear more bling than ever! Some simple ideas are some dangle earrings with serious sparkle; a cute, red bow on a dress or in hair; a cute charm bracelet; delicate, elegant necklaces; sparkly headbands; and bold, chunkier statements pieces! Accessorize, accessorize, accessorize!
3) Don't be afraid to show some skin. Just because it's cold outside doesn't mean that every inch of you needs to be covered in flannel or fleece. It's easy to be both cozy and cute in a skirt and dress. If you're going to be indoors, then rock those legs! (Just don't forget some moisturizer to avoid pastiness or a slight dusting of bronze shimmer to give them a leaner effect. If the dryness is really severe, or if you're feeling shy, pantyhose will be your best bet.) Outside, skirts and dresses and be layered over cute, patterned tights or leggings! Also, don't forget about sweater dresses. They make some sweater dresses that are just so pretty that I wish I could wear them all year.
4) Scents make sense. While accessories make a huge impact on an outfit's "togetherness", perfume is a finishing touch that can really take your style from good to brilliant.
5) Retro glam. I never thought I'd say this, but the holidays are a great time to whip out some good ol' retro-inspired hairstyles! For example, a classic wave from the old-time silver screens looks great with a sparkly, mid-thigh party dress!
6) Bold lips! Bolder, darker lip colors have got to be one of my favorite things about the colder months, including shades like raspberry, deep red, plum, fuchsia, and magenta. However, for the holidays, there's an excuse to really amp it up to include shimmer or major gloss in lip colors! I never thought about wearing a red lip, but pairing it with a creamy white sweater totally made it work.
And that's about it! If I missed anything or if you have some tips and ideas to share, leave them in the comments.
Happy holidays and merry Christmas, everyone!
