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Holiday Party Style: Faux Fur & Metallics

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Zara faux fur sleeved sweater // Veronica Beard skirt (70% off)
Marco de Vincenzo boots (60% off, also comes in pink and gold)
Pianegonda ring // Quay sunglasses (black sold out; also comes in pink)

I can’t believe Christmas is a week away!  My parents are coming to visit later this week and we have lots of fun holiday activities planned.

When it comes to my personal style for holiday festivities I like to step outside the box (no surprise there) and go with more unexpected color ways and fabrics.  Classic red will always been in style, but why not take a walk on the edgier side?

This faux fur sleeved sweater is a play off of a Sally LaPointe piece, but ethically-friendly and a fraction of the cost.  It looks just as fabulous dressed down – I wore it with leggings and Nike’s to run errands last weekend – and is uber comfortable.

Because of its oversized silhouette I opted to tuck in a corner right where the ruffle began on my skirt for some visual contrast.  You may remember this skirt from over the summer.  It’s one of those tried-and-true pieces that fits all seasons and occasions thanks to its fabric content and flattering shape.  A fabulous investment then, it’s now 70% off!

And oh, don’t even get me started on these boots.  The minute I saw them I died and went to sartorial heaven, patiently stalking them until they went on sale.  I scored them on Black Friday, but they are now even more discounted and come in pink and gold as well.  I seriously might need to get the taller gold version too.

What I love about a spunky boot for holiday parties and events is that it’s more comfortable (i.e. warmer) and plays up an outfit so much more than a classic pump or high heeled sandal.  In an effort to never be predictable, I just love the finished effect this more unusual choice has on an overall look, while still maintaining a holiday theme with the metallic leather.

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Pajama Jam

Why hello, 2017.

With the start of each new year I normally feel crazy inspired and jump into a mile long to-do list of things I want to accomplish.  Perhaps I’m getting older, but something about the turning of the clock on January 1 this year felt markedly different.  I didn’t go into overdrive, feel like I was already behind or completely stress out.  I moved into 2017 with a zen feeling and the acknowledgement that what is meant to be related to my goals and ambitions, will be.

I won’t lie to you.  Blogging can be tough and produce a lot of self-doubt.  I’ve done my fair share of second guessing my abilities.  Why I am not growing faster?  Are people even reading this?  Are they inspired?  Is my photography good enough?  My writing?  I started 2017 recognizing that all of that is just noise.  I am so thankful for what I do have – all of YOU and the amazing support and encouragement you’ve given me the past three years.  So let me begin 2017 not only with a zen feeling in my heart, but a big dose of gratitude to everyone who has supported me on this amazing, chaotic, colorful journey.  Thank you, thank you, thank you.

I wanted my first OOTD of 2017 to be symbolic, and what signifies a relaxed, zen outlook more than… pajamas. Of course I had to add a dose of flair, because one thing you can count on with me, is that there is always going to be at least one weird element.  One little off-kilter detail that makes me the proverbial Dark Horse. I don’t ever want to blend in.

When we shot this look, I got a lot of feedback… negative feedback.  Bottom line, I don’t think people understood it.  But for me, it’s makes perfect sense.  Here’s to starting the year doing what makes sense for you, fulfills your heart, enriches your mind and makes you smile.  The rest will all fall into place.

Sleepy Jones pajama top and pants // Stuart Weitzman Nudist sandals // Free Press faux fur stole

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