15 Holiday Party Outfit Ideas

Cami (Similar here) // Red Blouse // V-Neck Sweater // Turtleneck Sweater // Green Blouse

Lace Blouse // Black Lace Blouse // Tuxedo Pant //Red Pants // Skinny Jeans

Loafers // Statement Necklace // Pleated Skirt // Earrings // Red Pumps

It’s that time of year to get dressed up for Christmas and New Year’s parties - so I have put together a 15 piece mix and match capsule collection. All the items are budget-friendly - most are under $35 (and all are under $80)!  All these pieces can be easily mixed for both casual and dressy looks.  By just adding a little red, green or sparkle - you can create an easy party look.  And, many of these items may already be in your closet.

SALES & DEALS
And, this is a really long post - so don't miss the five sweaters I would like to buy at the end of the post. And, a FLASH sale - with 50% off...

MY DAILY FINDS:  FIVE SWEATERS I WOULD LIKE TO BUY
This chunky v-neck sweater that is currently 20% off - and under $30.

This turtleneck sweater that is under $30 - but I can’t decide which color - I want to buy all of them.

This sweater is totally not something I would typically wear - but I really like the bold colors.

This popular beaded sweater (or the sequin one) - is also 20% off.

This sparkly gold sweater with the balloon sleeves.


FLASH SALE WITH 50% OFF (AND ADDITIONAL 40% OFF SALE)
This cute buffalo plaid skirt is 50% off.

This quilted jacket that reminds me of the Burberry one is 50% off and under $65.

And, this popular quilted vest is as low as $30.

These sparkly pumps are 50% off and would be great for a party look.

I also love this classic plaid skirt - is only $37.

And, much more...

I am participating in the following link-ups.

Creating Fall Look with Rachel Parcell Dress

SHOP THE LOOK

1. Leopard Clutch: H&M (Only $10) // 2. Leopard Clutch: Clare V. // 3. Earrings: Nordstrom (Only $15)
4. Earrings: Kendra Scott // 5. Dress: Forever 21 // 6. Dress: Rachel Parcell
7. Louis et Cie // 8. Pumps: Christian Louboutin

Sharing a save vs. splurge look for fall… 

Pink Peonies has been one of my favorite blogs for a few years - and just this past year Rachel launched her own clothing line - she has a lot of pretty feminine pieces - some end of summer styles and early fall pieces.


CREATING CASUAL FALL LOOK

I love fall and fall colors!  I am so excited to try this look that I have seen on a couple of bloggers recently.  

Sweater ($50) + Skinny Jeans ($30) + Booties + Tote (Only $44) = Perfect Fall Look

And, if you are looking for some cute rain boots (and you like leopard) - check these out - they are under $55.

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I am participating in the following link-ups.

Stuart Weitzman Boots for $100

 SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Hat: H&M //2. Necklace: H&M // 3. Hat: Nordstrom

4. Dress: H&M // 5. Dress: Topshop // 6. Tote: Saint Laurent (Similar under $40)

7. Booties: Nine West // 8. Booties: Stuart Weitzman

Two Ways to Transition to Fall Style

SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Tee: H&M (Only $13) // 2. Leaf Pendant: H&M (Only $10) // 3. Ruffle Blouse: H&M (Only $15)

4. Cardigan: Topshop (Similar under $50) // 5. Jeans: H&M (Under $20) // 6. Jeans: H&M (Under $20)
7. Tote: Nordstrom (Under $50 // 8. Booties: Nordstrom (Under $100) (Similar here)

9. Booties: Jeffrey Campbell (Similar under $40) 

Fall Denim Jacket Style & $10 Jeans

SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Tee: H&M // 2. Necklace: H&M // 3. Tee: H&M

4. Denim Jacket: H&M // 5. Black Jeans: H&M ($20) ($10 option) // 6. White Jeans: H&M ($10)
7. Leopard Bag: J. Crew (Similar under $40) // 8. Studded Flats: ASOS  // 9. Lipgloss: NARS

10. Lipstick: NARS// 11. Booties: Jeffrey Campbell

12 Summer Outfits Ideas

SHOP THE LOOKS

Necklace: BaubleBar //  Denim Shirtdress: Madewell // Sunglasses: Prada (40% off)

Dress: J. Crew //  Tassel Bag: Nordstrom (Only $36)

Sandals: Louise et Cie //  Lipstick: Bobbi Brown // Sandals: Sole Society

Summer Outfit Idea & #NSALE Hits & Misses

SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Sunglasses: Miu Miu (Also, Le Specs) // 2. Necklace: Madewell (Only $38) // 3. Tank: H&M

4. Jersey Dress: H&M (Similar Options: Cold Shoulder // Cowl Neck // Long Sleeve)

5. Shirt Jacket: Topshop // 6. Jeans: H&M ($10) // 7. Bracelets: Hipchik Couture

8. Handbag: Rebecca Minkoff // 9. Sneakers: Adidas // 10. Make Up: MAC
11. Animal Print Flats: TJ Maxx (Similar here, here, here) (Studded Valentino option - only $10-35)

12. Animal Print Flats: TJ Maxx (Similar here)

I think this may be one of my favorite style boards I have put together recently.  I modeled it after a blogger I saw recently that wore camo paired with white and grey.  I was just wondering if camo was still something that was on-trend - and I think it is.  The big Nordstrom Anniversary sale has a few camo pieces - like this bomber jacket and this shirt jacket.  This outfit is pretty easy to put together with some basic staples - like white jeans (these are only $10) and a grey tee. 

#NSALE HITS & MISSES

As far as the #nsale, it's been like Christmas at my house each day.  I feel for my UPS guy though - as I sort through everything that I want to keep and return.  My door is piled with boxes.  For some reason, Nordstrom tends to send everything from different locations.  So, each item gets its own box. And, since most of the good stuff sells out quickly - I typically order a couple of sizes - so it is a little crazy at my house lately.

As far as what I have liked and those things I wished I hadn't ordered.  Here are a few of my hits and misses.  These boots were a definite HIT.  This was a MISS - I loved the color - but the fit was off for me.  Another hit was this sweater - it is a great price and will be perfect for fall. I am on the fence about this sweater.  I love the look of it - but the dolman sleeves (that attach at the waist, which the online pictures do not show) are kind of awkward.  Oh, and one other miss was these boots.  I have looked at them for the past two years - and really think they are cute - but I cannot pull them off.  I felt like I should audition for the Dallas Cowboy cheerleaders in them.

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Summer Outfits: Pattern Mixing - Floral & Stripes

SHOP THE LOOK

1. Top: J. Crew // 2. Necklace: Kate Spade New York  // 3. Striped Top: H&M

4. Ring: Kate Spade New York  // 5. Skirt: Topshop // 6. Handbag: Kate Spade New York

7. Floral Skirt: J. Crew // 8. Handbag: Kate Spade New York // 9. Sandals: Jeffrey Campbell

10. Lipstick: MAC // 11. Mascara: MAC

12. Lipstick: MAC // 13. Sandals: Steve Madden

A couple of summer outfits and pattern mixing of stripes and floral.

What and How to Pack for Vacation

WHAT TO PACK

1. Lace Tank: H&M // 2. Striped Tee: H&M // 3. Tank: H&M
4. Cami: H&M // 5. Sweater: H&M // 6. Off Shoulder Top: H&M 

7. Romper: H&M ($18) // 8. Straw Hat: H&M ($15) // 9. Black Jeans: H&M ($10)

10. Flip Flops: Tory Burch // 11. Wedge Sandals: Dolce Vita // 12. Dress: H&M ($25)
13. Denim Shorts: H&M // 14. Shorts: H&M
 15. Bikini: Topshop // 16. Small Bag: Rebecca Minkoff // 17. Cover-Up: Topshop (Similar)
18. Earrings: Vanessa Mooney // 19. Shopper Tote: H&M ($18) // 20. Sunglasses: H&M

The Perfect Summer Dresses

SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Necklace: BaubleBar // 2. Denim Shirtdress: Madewell // 3. Sunglasses: Prada (40% off)

4. Dress: J. Crew // 5. Tassel Bag: Nordstrom (Only $36)

6. Sandals: Louise et Cie // 7. Lipstick: Bobbi Brown // 8. Sandals: Sole Society

The Perfect Casual Summer Outfit

 SHOP THE LOOK

1. Lace Tank: H&M // 2. Sunglasses: H&M // 3. Nail Polish: H&M

4. Lipstick: MAC // 5. Printed Shorts: H&M // 6. Straw Beach Tote: Nordstrom

7. Watch: Skagen // 8. Ballet Flats: H&M

The $50 Moto Jacket you Need Now

SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Tank: H&M // 2. Sunglasses: Quay Australia // 3. Tank: H&M (Only $10)

 4. White Jeans: H&M (Only $20) // 5. Moto Jacket: H&M (Under $50 // 6. Bag: Phase 3 (Only $58)

7. Jeans: H&M (Only $20) // 8. Sandals: Rebecca Minkoff

9. Mascara: NARS // 10. Lipstick: NARS // 11. Sneakers: Vince (50% off)

Black and White Summer Dresses

SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Necklace: H&M // 2. Dress: Topshop // 3. Dress: H&M

4. Cross body Bag: Cesca (Also in Cognac and Nude) // 5. Strappy Heels: Topshop

6. Lip Gloss: YSL // 7. Wedge Sandals: Louise et Cie (40% off) (Also in Cognac)

Day to Night Looks for a Beach Vacation

SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Straw Hat: H&M // 2. Cover Up: Topshop // 3. Jumpsuit: Topshop

4. One Piece Swimsuit: Topshop (Similar here) // 5. Lip Oil: Clarins // 6. Summer Glow: Clarins

7. Straw Tote: H&M (Only $25) // 8. Flip Flops: Tory Burch (Similar under $50) // 9. Wedge Sandal: Nine West (Only $65)

Dressy and Casual Summer Outfits

SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Necklace: H&M // 2. Wrap Dress: Topshop // 3. Sunglasses: Ray Ban (On Sale!)

4. Baseball Cap: H&M // 5. Striped Dress: Topshop  // 6. Shoulder Bag: Vince Camuto

7. Shoulder Bag: Louise et Cie (Chloe dupe - for a lot less!) // 8. Sandal: H&M (Also in white)

9. Lipstick: MAC // 10. Lip Pencil: MAC // 11. Wedge Sandals: MARC FISHER LTD (Also here)

Happy Long Weekend & Memorial Day Sales

CREDIT : 1 / 2 / 3

Memorial Day: Red & Blue Outfit Ideas

 SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Striped Tee: H&M (Only $15) // 2. Striped Tee: H&M // 3. Shorts:  H&M 

4. White Jeans: H&M // 5. Nail Polish: Essie // 6. Tote: Street Level
7. Sneakers: Converse // 8. Sandals: H&M (Only $30)

How to Style a LBD

How to Style White Jeans

How to Wear Stripes & New Series: Blogging Tips

SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Off Shoulder Top: H&M // 2. Initial Necklace: BaubleBar // 3. Dress: H&M (Only $13)

4. Jeans: H&M // 5. Satchel: Tory Burch (20% off)

6. Watch: Michael Kors (20% off) // 7. Block Heel Sandal: Shellys London 

8. Lipgloss: YSL // 9. Platform Sandal: Shellys London

Other than leopard, stripes are probably the only other pattern I wear.  Black and white (or beige) stripes are my favorite.  They are classic and pair well with brown.  You can also add a pop of color with red.  I have recently been doing a lot of browsing and shopping at H&M.  They have great prices.  This striped dress that I found is only $13.  It would be perfect for spring layered with a denim jacket or worn on its own in the summer with these platform sandals.

BLOGGING TIPS

Today, I am excited to announce a new blogging series that is starting today called - BLOGGING TIPS. I have paired up with 5 other blogs (Peaches in a Pod, Sweaters, Stripes & Sweets, Shoes to Shiraz, Doused in Pink, Pumps and Push Ups).  Each week, we will be sharing our tips on everything from starting a blog, to working with brands and where to go for help.  This week we are talking about what we wish we had known before we started a blog.  

Also, our blogging series will be set up as a "Blog Hop"- so at the end of my post, I will link to the next blogger - be sure to hop over to her blog, and then, hop around until you have visited all six of us.

TIP #1: WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING A BLOG