The New Year's Eve Bash
My Insight: A party with friends or a get-together with family, start the year off with something sparkly! I love this sequin top from Oscar de la Renta -
I fell in love with it the moment I first saw it in their collection!
You will definitely stand out from the crowd with this ensemble. Though
most of the focus remains on the top, I couldn't help pairing this too
cute for words clutch from Kate Spade! Don't accessorize with too many bold accessories, you don't want to ruin the focus of your outfit!
Get the look: Oscar de la Renta Sequinned Feather-Hem Top / Topshop Popper Front Cigarette Trousers (Only $38!) / Jeffrey Campbell Tropicana Suede Black Heel / Kate Spade Square Gift Box Clutch / Jorge Morales White Zircon Sphere Cuff
Get the look: Oscar de la Renta Sequinned Feather-Hem Top / Topshop Popper Front Cigarette Trousers (Only $38!) / Jeffrey Campbell Tropicana Suede Black Heel / Kate Spade Square Gift Box Clutch / Jorge Morales White Zircon Sphere Cuff
The Holiday Dinner Out
Get the look: Exclusive For Intermix Mira Tweed Knit Turtleneck / Stuart Weitzman Highstreet Suede Over the Knee Boots / Polo Ralph Lauren Pleated Short Leather Skirt / Proenza Schouler Mini Crossbody / Pearl and Arrow 14K Yellow Gold Cuff / Eugenia Kim Antonia Fur Hair Tie /
The Christmas (Eve) Get-Together
My Insight: People love dressing up for these Christmas Eve parties but why not wear something comfortable? Comfy clothes allows you to stuff your face and spend quality time with loved ones. Besides, doesn't this outfit look cute! I found multiple ugly Christmas sweaters online and this was actually one of them. Maybe I'm insane but I do not think this remotely close to the typical ugly sweaters out there. Instead of pairing this with your typical blue washed denim jeans, I chose white pants.... It's Christmas, after all! I finished the look by accessorizing with grey hued pieces!Get the look: Ugly Christmas Sweater / Eugenia Kim Mimi Fur PomPom Ear Beanie Hat / J. Brand Ankle Zipper White Pants / Givenchy Pant Suede Wedge Boots / 3.1 Phillip Lim Mini Pashli Metallic Leather Crossbody Satchel
The Office Party
My Insight: It's time to show off your more stylish side to fellow coworkers! Most of us do not have the luxury of working in areas with lenient dress codes. However, depending on the location of the event, whether it's after-work in the same building or elsewhere, your outfit might change. I am a researcher in the medical field so conservative attire is a must - the known standard, actually. Why I think the outfit above works? It's a fashionable yet it's a classy make-over of your typical skirt suit. Since the skirt is high waisted, it pairs perfectly with boxy crop tops (your abdomen is never revealed - whew, won't get axed for not obliging to protocol).Get the look: Self-Portrait Arabella Guipure Lace Midi Skirt / Dorothy Perkins Cream Scallop Shell Top (Only $22!) / Kate Spade Turn Heads Pink Statement Necklace / Charlotte Russe Qupid Ankle Bow Pointed Toe D'Orsay Pumps (Only $30!) - Looks just like those drool-worthy bow pumps from Aminah Abdul Jillil / J. Mendel Chevron Rue Minaudière
The Ballet or The Opera
My Insight: Definitely choose a long silhouette! But of course, your attire depends on the venue. If you're supporting a relative who happens to be an aspiring ballerina in a school production of The Nutcracker, a long gown is a
Get the look: 1. Badgley Mischka Signify Evening Sandals (Splurge) / 2. Lauren Cecchi Sorella Rose Bag (Splurge) / 3. Love Knot Bangle Bracelet / 4. Elie Saab Lace-Trim Ruffle-Front Gown (Splurge) / 5. Marchesa Notte Eden Gown (Steal) / 6. Raye Blake Heel (Steal) / 7. Diane von Furstenburg Flirty Minaudière Clutch (Steal) / 8. LuLu Frost Portico Gold Plated Crystal Necklace
The Wedding
My Insight: I'm always lusting over wedding inspiration on Tumblr (#WeddingInspiration)! Delicate fabrics with ethereal hues are always on the top of my list - just check out my Tumblr to see all my loves! However, light fabrics are a sure source of static nightmares that mold the shape of your body, better than putty, during these colder months! Since weddings are, theoretically, fun and memorable events, choose something that will allow you to dance with ease, eat without having to suck in your belly afterwards, and of course, something upbeat and playful! The above dresses are both from Dolce & Gabbana. Yes, I am well aware of the absurdly high prices but we can all draw inspiration from these pieces, right? One of the shows I look forward to every season in Milan is by Dolce & Gabbana. Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana never cease to amaze me - how do they come up with so many looks with so many flowers each season?! But I digress, I would definitely wear a floral dress to a wedding - it just screams cheery happiness!
Get the look: 1. Gucci Leila Ankle Strap Platform Sandal / 2. Charlotte Olympia Mobile Perspex Clutch / 3. Dolce & Gabbana Rose Print Cotton Mini Dress / 4. Dolce & Gabbana Floral Print Textured Cotton Stretch Dress / 5. Steve Madden Sassey / 6. Bottega Veneta Knot Clutch
Get the look: 1. Gucci Leila Ankle Strap Platform Sandal / 2. Charlotte Olympia Mobile Perspex Clutch / 3. Dolce & Gabbana Rose Print Cotton Mini Dress / 4. Dolce & Gabbana Floral Print Textured Cotton Stretch Dress / 5. Steve Madden Sassey / 6. Bottega Veneta Knot Clutch
Hope you all enjoyed this post!
I finally put up my flocked Christmas tree last night and I feel terribly short next to it - it's standing high at 7.5". For the twenty odd so years of my life, I've used your typical green Christmas tree as the main centerpiece and decorated with different ornaments depending on that particular year's theme. I tossed many household items when I moved to San Diego which was good in the sense that I was able to start over fresh. The only negative thing I can come up with having a flocked tree is the constant downpour of white pixie dust. I can only imagine the imminent mess when I actually begin placing ornaments onto the branches. I was wearing a black sweater while I was assembling the tree and it looked as if I just walked through a blizzard. Speaking of sweaters...
With the drop in temperatures, it's time to layer and bundle up! I was actually looking for puffer jackets and scarves during all the Black Friday madness for my trip to New York. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to find anything decent. I've had a soft spot for New York City since I was a little girl and Gossip Girl only solidified my desire to work that much harder now so my future self can live in the Big Apple. Though I've visited New York in the past, I've always left the city craving another bite. Wanting to see more. Wanting to absorb more culture. More Art. More landmarks. More late night food. More "only in New York" things. The last time I was there was in 2013 for my Blooomingdale's collaboration. I miss the constant rush and how you're actually able to run into people you know all around Manhattan. True, I've only visited one borough but I'm adding Brooklyn to my list of "must see." I was planning on visiting this lively city during winter break but my vacation happens to be quite short this year due to block scheduling - aiming to visit in 2018 when time permits.
Since the weather gets toasty every so often in San Diego, I thought I'd finally share this asymmetrical mock neck bow top outfit! I wore this early October when it was still possible to wear sleeveless tops and skirts without freezing half to death. I might put together a similar outfit for my research presentation next Friday! If you're following me on Instagram, you might have noticed that a lot of my recent outfits are dark or some shade of blue. It's time to put more effort into my #OOTD by adding splashes of color! Hope you guys like this outfit! Until next time!