- A Tailored Blazer- A Classic black blazer that fits and compliments your shape is a solution to almost any outfit problem. Whether it's being worn to the office, over a top and jeans or atop a super feminine dress it helps to polish the entire look and chase away any bit of winter chill.
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Cocktail Dress- Yea I know, duh. But in reality, many ladies think they can coast through the Christmas season with a smattering of glittery tops, crisp jeans and the occasional pair of black leggings or pants. Those will get you through a few nights out and your girlfriend's miniature faux tree-trimming party in her flat but what about your office party? Christmas dinner at Gran's? Cocktails with the BF's parents? You gotta kick it up a notch! No matter what body type you may be there is an LBD out there that will make you feel glamorous.
This black lace overlay dress from DV8 is amazing for €45! Just glam enough - it can be dressed up or down with accessories depending upon the occasion, is subtly sexual buy showing just the right amount of skin! With the scoop back you can throw a cropped jacket over it for the office party and take it off when you hit the club after!
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Showstopping Heels! - Even the more conservative of ladies can get behind this! You may keep the rest of you all buttoned up - whether at work or out on the lash - but you let your inner sex kitten out when it comes to your shoes! Whether they are strappy, embellished, brightly coloured or just sky-high, eye catching pumps are a great investment piece - especially during party season!
Nobody does stand out heels like Mr. Manolo Blahnik and lucky us Irish girls, we can snap them up at Brown Thomas! (Price upon request) Don't these red satin bow numbers just scream Happy Christmas?!?! Statement Necklace- storing a truly fab glitzy necklace in your purse can take a casual-chic office look right to cocktails and dancing. With so much black getting worn in the winter months, it is nice to be able to out on the glitz with one really bold chunk piece. Where last winter it was the cocktail ring, this year everyone will be wearing the bib necklace. Though the name sounds silly, it really articulates what the babies -seen all over the winter catwalks - are!
This black satin and crystal bib from Vera Wang is to die for! I Love the rosettes and think it is just the right combo of over the top/understated glamour! If you aren't looking to go all out these actually make a really easy DIY project with the right materials and a little bit of creativity!
Mixing one or possibly two of these pieces with your current wardrobe staples and holiday pieces can really make the difference in your Holiday look and attitude! Not sure what it is that is worth it to you? When you are out in the shops in the coming days and weeks ask yourself a couple of questions before you head up to the cashier with your goods;
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Does this fit the way it really should or does it only fit the bod I pretend to have in my head? If the answer here is yes that's great but, don't run to check out just yet. Fitting is key but isn't the only reason you should make a clothing purchase, especially on expensive items.
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Am I using ever muscle in my body to stop myself from putting this on right now and running out the door? Another yes? That is great. I think we all know it is very rare to find a piece of clothing we absolutely aaaddddooooore that fits well too!
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Will I want to wear this next month? How about for the next season? What about come this time next year? A truly versatile piece that can you transition from winter to early spring that is stylish yet you have a hunch just classic enough to still be hott next year is the Holy Grail of clothing.
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Pay the girl and get outa there before some other smart shopper snatches it from yours hands and is out the door! Happy Shopping Kiddies!! xxox
