Most ladies don't like to go spend a wad of money on styling an outfit you likely will never wear again. I have to admit I have done this a few times: It's called the "Princess Diana" syndrome: wear it once and get rid of it!
A great diversion is to shop your own closet! This is a great way to save some dollars to spend on others instead of yourself.
Chances are you already have what you need to inspire a smashing look. I'm sure just about every female closet has a little black dress, and a pair of gorgeous heels. These items are great foundation pieces to create the rest of your look around.
Try to think outside the box when it comes to a color scheme. You don't have to stick to the traditional holiday colors of red, green, silver, and gold.
Break all the rules and be unique! On a trip to Vegas last year, I found this fabulous 2 tone dress at Ross. The sparkly pink bodice paired with black, adds a beautiful glittery glow.
If you're missing the finishing touches to your outfit, no problem: Hit up your nearest thrift store! There are several Goodwill stores in the Seattle area, but this time I found the hugest one I've ever set eyes on! It is located close to Safeco field in the Sodo district on Lane Ave. They have a "Glitter Sale" every year for the holidays.
Miss impatience did not want to wait 3 hours for my ticket to be called, so I didn't get to shop the glitter sale. I browsed in the regular part of the store, and much to my surprise I found just what I was looking for. The perfect piece to compliment this dress, a faux fur bolero.
Add a pearl necklace and some shimmery make up and your holiday look is complete. Elf cosmetics has a clear glittery eye serum that I brush over top of my neutral eye shadow.
Photography: Ruth Faustino
So there you have it, you don't have to break the bank to dress up for parties. The dress and bolero cost me a total of 20.00. The heels by coach were on a great sale a few years ago, and the vintage chain bag was a gift from my mother.
I hope this has inspired you to dig in your closet and find some treasures waiting to be worn. In preparation for holiday festivities, did you use what you had or buy a totally new outfit? I'm sure you will be beautiful in whatever you choose! Until next time,
xo VALERIE
What great ideas! Thrift shops are my favorite way to get stuff that I need. You really can find some gems there!
ReplyDeleteSo true Hannah! I still prefer to buy my clothes new or sew them myself, but when you need something unique, it is definitely the place to look!
DeleteYou look fantastic! I have that ELF glitter eye stuff and I never thought to use it OVER my eyeshadow! Brilliant!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lauren for the kind words! So cool you already have the elf stuff I love it!
Deletelove your necklace!
ReplyDeleteAwe thank you Angela, glad you stopped by!
DeleteValerie
I love your advice that you don't have to stick to traditional holiday colors!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lindsay, yes it's nice to think outside the box, thank you for coming by!
DeleteYou look great! xx
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Thank you Jasmine!! Xo
DeleteI love the fur shrug. Very festive.
ReplyDeleteThank you Christy, my favorite part of the outfit!
DeleteYou look great! Love the dress and shoes!
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Awe thank you Amanda for the kind words.. I hope you have a great holiday!
DeleteYou look great! I love that fur shrug and the shoes. What a great holiday look.
ReplyDeleteThank you , so glad you stopped by!
DeleteI always feel like once I wear an outfit, especially to an event, and post pictures in it, I can't wear it again. This is a great way to avoid feeling guilty for only wearing something once.
ReplyDeleteAll the Best,
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Ha Allison I hear you on that....It goes against my grain to wear it twice to an event...but learning to get creative with the pieces you already have makes it feel like a new outfit all over again!
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Valerie
The fur shrug is beautiful.
ReplyDeletePerfect for the holidays.
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Thank you Jenny! I do love it very much, have a happy holiday season!
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Thanks for linking up Valerie! You look great :) XO Kara
ReplyDeleteThank you Kara! Have a great weekend!
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love it so elegant hard to believe it was found in a post of how to save. I love it when you don't have to pay top dollar to look top dollar
ReplyDeleteThank you Angie... So kind of you to leave a sweet comment !
DeleteValerie
that is such a pretty outfit. and the Bolero just adds more class :D
ReplyDeleteThank you Beena... It was such a great find!! I hope you have a great Christmas!
DeleteSo true, it's amazing how pairing different accessories and/or shifting looks can bring outfits from blah to wow 😉
ReplyDeleteYes that's what I love about digging in your closet, thanks for stopping by Rocio!
DeleteSo true, it's amazing how pairing different accessories and/or shifting looks can bring outfits from blah to wow 😉
ReplyDeleteHa I like that "blah to wow" ..thank you Rocio...have a great holiday time!
DeleteSuch a beautiful holiday outfit! I shopped my own closet too this year for the same reason, and I was amazed with what I came up with. I love Ross for dresses! If you need a special occasion dress Ross is the place to go. They have such nice ones at an inexpensive price. Love that fur too! And of course you found it at Goodwill! Where else would you find something so amazing and one-of-kind! You look gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteAwe thank you Amy!! I love Ross too, tis the first place I hit on vacation if there is one!! I hope you have a blessed holiday and thanks for stopping here!!
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xoxo
I love the touch of fur you added! Always an easy way to add extra glam!
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Thank you Katey, love the link up every week! Hope your holidays are lovely!
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Valerie
What a pretty outfit. Too bad I don't have any parties to go to this season.
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Thank you so much, I will def do that!
DeleteNice Blog. MadisonAveMall.com is a source for women's and men's fur coats in a variety of styles and sizes. Visit us for more about our collection of mink coats, stoles, fur hats and more.
ReplyDeleteThanks Austin!
DeleteThanks for linking up to Top of the World Style. I will have a Xmas linkup party on Thursday. I hope you can make it.
ReplyDeleteThanks Nicole, I will try to remember!
DeleteGorgeous! and I love that you didn't have to break the bank looking for pieces that make you look great! It is nice meeting you and having you link up to "Bloggers Who Have Inspired Me" this past Tuesday.
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Thank you so much Rachel!...glad to visit your link up! Happy Holidays!
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What a beautiful outfit!! I really enjoyed your tips and thought they were perfect! I love hitting up thrift shops for gorgeous looks and always manage to find fun or pretty things!:) Merry Christmas Dear!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Colleen, Glad you stopped by! Yes thrifting is a great way to find unique treasures! Merry Christmas to you!
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Thanks for dropping by my blog. I'm a big fan of thrift shopping (we call it charity shopping here in the UK). A few years ago I dropped 20lbs and had to renew my entire wardrobe, and charity shops were all I could afford. I was amazed at the wonderful clothes I could find, in clouding designer wear at a fraction of its original price. Now that's my main choice when I want something new. Thanks for a very useful post and see you soon x
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sorry I missed this comment Anna a year ago, shame on me! Thanks for stopping by and I hope you have a great holiday season!
DeleteIncluding was what I really meant to say but predictive text jumped in Valerie!
ReplyDeleteAnna
You are so perfect that u make the outfit even more beautiful. The dress looks like an Hervé Léger!!! So classy!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Sweet Kely, you have been an amazing friend from afar! Cant wait to meet you someday soon!
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Have a lovely Christmas!
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