When it comes to holiday attire, let comfort be your guide this year. Instead of making yourself crazy trying to pull off the latest trend, start in your own closet and let your most comfortable pieces be your go-to items for the holidays. Dress for the occasion first; if you’re attending a dressier affair, pull out that dress that always makes you feel awesome, or that super flattering pair of black pants that look great coming or going – chances are, your spouse loves you in these clothes, too. If the occasion is more casual, choose your favorite blouse or sweater (you know, the one that invariably draws a round of compliments). You'll feel confident about how you look and feel the whole evening.
If you’re looking to update your wardrobe with something new, try my TOP FIVE FESTIVE FINDS:
1. Double Duty Dress: You can’t go wrong with a great cocktail dress. Dresses are still going strong with, oodles of styles to choose from, and let’s face it, there’s something about putting on a dress that makes a woman feel sexy. Try a sleeveless cocktail dress that works Double Duty: dressy when paired with strappy heels and sparkly jewelry, or casual chic when worn as a jumper and paired with opaque hose, booties and a belt or scarf. Who doesn’t love getting more bang for her wardrobe buck?!
2. Head turning Heels: One thing most woman love about the holidays is the chance to wear great shoes! Anything goes this time of year, from sophisticated black tie pumps to cozy fur lined boots. Relax, have fun and play!
3. Putting on the Glitz: the statement jewelry trend is stronger than ever for the holidays, and often, one strong piece is all it takes to make an outfit really stand out. Ribbon-tied bauble-y necklaces abound in a variety of price ranges. Turn a ho hum outfit into a gem and end up feeling like a million bucks in the process.
4. Carried Away: some of you ladies like to be a little more discreet and dazzle them with a knockout handbag or clutch. This season, instead of matching your bag to your outfit as usual, try mixing it up and get “carried away” with a bright color or bold embellishments.
5. OMG-Pucker Power: ‘Tis the season to wow them with your luscious lips. No doubt, lipstick is the easiest, least expensive way to add color and a whole new attitude for the holidays. Everyone has a perfect shade of red. Find yours, wear it -- and be sure to smile for the camera!
And finally, my number one piece of advice to make your holidays happy this year: Give the gift of yourself! Focusing your positive energy on others not only lets your recipients feel some much needed love and joy, but you’ll find your own cares and worries will seem small in comparison to so many others in need this holiday season.
