Target sweater (click here to purchase on SALE), Old Navy distressed jeans (click here to purchase), Nordstrom BP bag (click here for similar), Kayce Hughes necklace (click here to purchase), Zodiac tassel boots (click here for similar)

Yesterday my husband, in-laws and I drove to Cookeville, TN to celebrate Christmas with his extended family.  I wanted to be comfortable (cause let's be honest-I was gonna be eating A LOT) and somewhat stylish so distressed denim, a over sized sweater and booties was my perfect outfit.

I sized up on this Target sweater (linked up above) so I can also wear it long and stretched out with leggings and knee high boots.  Also...these Old Navy distressed jeans are everything!

HAPPY CHRISTMAS WEEK

Candy Cane Striped

 

Old Navy denim shirt (click here to purchase), Old Navy skirt (click here to purchase), Target booties, Gifted scarf, Loft earrings (click here for similar), Nordstrom BP handbag (click here for similar)

It is Friday and I am officially off work until December 29th.

Hellooooo- it's Christmas vacation time!  

Holiday Shimmer

 

Gwynnie Bee Karen Kane metallic knit dress (click here to sign up), Vera Bradley sunglasses, Loft earrings (click here to purchase), Gifted purse, Unlisted boots

Another holiday look up on the blog.

This metallic dress is both stylish and comfortable which is always a win-win in my book.  I love that it is a lightweight knit material yet still is body-skimming if that makes any sense at all.  Perfect amount of shimmer and sparkle for your next Christmas party.  

(If you are a Gwynnie Bee member this dress is very long...I had to belt it to give it some sort of shape. You can see the true length in the last picture.)

Holiday Red

 

Gwynnie Bee Taylor dress (click here to sign up and order), Sole Society heels (click here to purchase), Target belt, Hello Fab pearls

This is the first "holiday look" of many I will be posting up on the blog.  A red dress screams Christmas to me and I love the added detail on the hem.  

I signed up for Gwynnie Bee at the beginning of the month JUST because I have so many parties coming up and don't want to spend a fortune on clothes.  So far I am really liking it...

What is Gwynnie Bee you ask?  It's a clothing rental service with unlimited free shipping and exchanges for a flat monthly fee.  PERFECT for all my upcoming Christmas events!  Click here to sign up and check it out.  

Red, White and Blue Weekend

 

Old Navy vest (click here to purchase), Sam and Libby sandals via Poshmark, Kayce Hughes necklace (click here for similar), Dillard's dress, Younique 3D Fiber Lash mascara (click here to purchase)

Just got back into town yesterday from my fabulous Fourth of July long weekend. 

 I am WORN OUT! 

 I have 11 days in town until I am gone again off and on for two straight weeks and look forward to blogging more.  

The IT List

 

• Fancy Francy looks so chic in leopard, leather and cozy knits - the ultimate winter look! So cute! (find Fancy Francy on Twitter!)
• The Second Best is satisfying her color craving in bright hues and printed pants that she carried over from her summer wardrobe! Love this look! (find Second Best on Twitter!)
• Ishi is making her closet do double duty and rocking her shorts even in the colder temps! Pop over to see how she styled this versatile piece to stay warm!
• Fleurani is sporting a new hair color and new glasses while frolicking in the snow! She looks so cozy in plaid and a bright blazer! (find Fleurani on Twitter!)
• Rachel's Lookbook is channeling her inner Sex and the City and pulled out her vintage fur coat for the first time! Absolutely fabulous! (find Rachel's Look Book on Twitter!)
• See Mo Go is sporting a festive new top for a day out Christmas tree shopping! Pop over to see where she found her (on sale) sweater! (find See Mo Go on Twitter!)
• My Thrifty Chic is showing us how to make our own embellished sweater for the infamous Tacky Christmas party that everyone finds themselves at this time of year! Head over to get some inspiration and see her tips! (find My Thrifty Chic on Twitter!)
• The Chic Curator rounds up some fab finds in emerald - the new color of the year! Go check out all of the cute pieces and scoop up some emerald of your own!
• Laura Wears is trying her hand at vintage clothing for the first time in plaid pants and she knocked it out of the park! Don't miss her fun menswear accessory! (find Laura Wears on Twitter!)
• Sam ipsa Loquitur shows us how to look chic on a major budget! The whole outfit is under $50 - impressive! (find Sam ipsa Loquiter on Twitter!)
• A Fashion Fixation makes sure that her holiday party looks perfectly suit her style with a casual but refined look.  See how she does holiday, without sacrificing her personal style! (find A Fashion Fixation on Twitter!)
• Rose a la Mode is thinking pink in a casual tone-on-tone look ready for a weekend out and about! So cute! (find Rose a la Mode on Twitter!)
• Good Life glams up her look a bit with a fabulous fur cowl that she scored on the cheap and a hint of glitter! Definitely one to recreate! (find Good Life on Twitter!)
• Second Street East shares her favorite type of room with us - lived in and cozy but still chic and stylish! Pop over to see the room and the outfit that were recreated from the inspiration look! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)
• Sweetie Pie Style shows us the 13 pieces she can't live without in her winter wardrobe and how to make them into 9 outfits! Love them all! (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)

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Casual Holiday Style...

If you follow this blog regularly, you know I dress pretty casual most of the time.  I have been seeing outfits involving lots of form fitting dresses, sparkles and lacey goodness all over the Internet lately and while I think they are beautiful- that is just not me.  

This is a casual "holiday outfit" I wore to work but I also would wear this to a dinner date, party or out with friends this time of year.  Bow heels, polka dot tights, a fancy necklace and a unique skirt tied up in one low-key package (thanks to my hoodie).  

Times Square Pearl Necklace giveaway going on- click here to enter!  

Loft skirt, CAbi hoodie and shirt, Target dotty tights, Fringe and Lace necklace, Stella and Dot earrings (click here to enter), Nine West bow heels