A Casual Holiday

First off, I do not like buying dresses that I can only wear once which is why I don't like buying sequin holiday dresses. I mean how often can you wear a sequin dress? You can wear it twice in the month of December and then shove it in the back of your closet, which we all know you won't wear again. So this year I have decided to go for simple dress that I can dress up or down, and shockingly I can wear more than once! Here are a few of my favorites:

1.

This Velvet lace dress is perfect for the holidays! I can wear it throughout the season with tights and boot, and be able to wear it to my holiday parties without looking too casual. 

2. I absolutely love Cynthia Vincent and this Epaulette shifts dress makes me love her more. This dress looks great with pumps but also looks great with a big chunky sweater and boots for a casual look! This dress is so versatile and can be worn throughout the season. 

3.  This James Perse dress may seem too casual for the holidays, but paired with a long sparkly necklace and some heels it would be perfect! Then this dress would be perfect with tights, booties, and of course my favorite thing...a chunky sweater! 

I may be going too casual for the holidays, but hey I'm going to be comfortable (not having to wear that itchy sequins) and I don't have to feel guilty about the cost because I'll wear them a ton! I guess I'll just have to get all three because obviously they are practical ;). 

Cozy sweaters

Today it was the big first snowfall in Park City which means I can finally pull out all of my sweaters, scarves, hats, and gloves! Unfortunately, I'm always disapointed when I realize I don't have as many sweaters as I remember so, yet again, I am on the search for more this year. I have the hardest time finding the sweaters I like because they have to be big, chunky, warm, and of course cute. Here are a few that are making my Christmas list this year:

1. Zara ribbed sweater- Pair with a cute leather skirt, a short boot,  beanie, and some gold jewelry! You will be incredibly cozy, but still looking chic!


2. Vince ribbed shawl collar sweater- I've been completely obsessed with this sweater since I first saw it. Pair with a basic white tee, skinny jeans, and boots!

Those are my absolute favorites right now! I know I will find more soon and I will post what I find this week!

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley...Need I say more?

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley is not only head over heels gorgeous, but her sense of style is flawless. She puts together chic outfits without over doing it and makes everyone want to emulate her style ( I know I have!). So the question on my mind was, how can I look like her without getting plastic surgery? I decided to just master her style instead of going under the knife! Here are a few key pieces that seem to be a must have in her wardrobe...

1. Get a great fedora or wide brimmed hat. ( I suggest the Rag & Bone Dunaway hat)
2. Invest in great basics ( tees and blouses in neutral colors)
3. Get a pair of great booties ( I suggest the Rag & Bone Classic Newbury, but if you find yourself in a money bind LuLus.com has some great booties for good prices)
4. Scarves! ( I always see her pairing her basics with a nice scarf over it so it adds a bit of pop to her basic top.).
5. Get a pair of shades ( Elizabeth and James has some great Rosie like sunglasses).

This is a great start to adding great pieces that will last you more than one season and becoming effortlessly chic like Rosie!

Obsessed with leatherettes!

Lately I have been completely obsessed with touches of leather and wanted a great pair of leather pants, but unfortunately that would break my bank.  I kept searching for something a little less expensive and I found a great alternative at Cake Boutique with these Citizen of Humanity leatherettes! They are the most amazing pants I have ever put on, and not to mention they look great with basically everything. I pair this with a basic white tee, my Vince circle cardigan found here , and a great pair of black booties. I can wear my comfy sweaters but look instantly chic with my leatherettes.