Party Perfection

With so many of falls trends bleeding into the holidays it's hard to misstep when choosing your perfect party dress.  Bold gemstone colors like ruby, emerald, and sapphire, touches of lace, sparkle, shine, and a little bit of blocking are all fool proof choices!

Choose your accessories wisely, choose a daring and desirable pump  to go with a simple dress, or something more subtle to pair with a metallic print. Any festive frock is going to be a winner and you will surely be the toast of the town.

Holiday 101 The LRD

Audrey Hepburn and Givenchy brought us the little black dress, affectionately known as the LBD, this summer we saw a surge in the little white dress, and with the holidays on our doorstep there is no better time to introduce the little red dress!

Perfect for the season, stick to darker shades and tailored silhouettes for day, switch to your bright hues that are short and sweet for night.  Accessorize with metallics and animal prints but let the red make the statement!

Fashion Rx: Your weekly dose of what to wear!

The holidays are fast approaching which means parties galore, but with hosts ranging from your boss to your future in-laws it's no wonder you might be mulling what it is you can wear to each event.  First stop, the office party...you want to look cute and festive, but the after work event is well, right after work, and there is no way that sexy lbd that you'd hope may catch cubicle #4's eye is going to fly in the workplace.

The Cure: Holiday 101

A pencil skirt keeps things "suitable" and sexy giving your shape a nice silhouette, choose a brighter color to show your holiday spirit.  A simple silk blouse with a slightly ruffled collar keeps the look primp and proper, but once you throw on a cropped lace jacket you add some flair and festivity.  Accessorize with a strappy heel and an embellished cuff that is fun and funky and this look with take your from cubicle to cocktails with ease.

Merry Metallics

With gold having been a hot trend this fall it makes sense that metallics would carry into the holidays. Sequins, metallic knits, matte, and shiny all put the luxe in luxurious.  Shine on this holiday season.

Silver, bronze, and shades of color are all welcome to this metallic party.  I recommend choosing one bold piece, or muted coordinating pieces, a little shine goes a long way!

Fashion Rx: Your weekly dose of what to wear!

Heading home for the holidays? Maybe a visit to meet the parents? You want to dress to impress but want a look that is appropriate and won't cause daytime drama. My plan of attack, less is more, simple shapes and silhouettes will come off as sophisticated and put together.  Use your accessories to showcase your personality, just remember a little goes a long way.

The Cure: Parents love me!

Start with a simple belted shirt dress, flattering for all body types.  Grab a knit cardigan for warmth, something with a little volume is totally acceptable.  Add a pop of color with your handbag, keep your jewelry simple, and then allow your shoes to be your conversation starter, so long as you don't go overboard, you're sure to make a splash of an impression.

Side effects: Be mindful of the shoes you choose, make sure they highlight the best parts of your personality, those sexy stilettos you wore out the night before may be a bit much at first. Remember, you only get one chance to make a first impression.

Heavenly Holiday Head-Turners

Making my list and checking it twice:

     1. Sparkle-check and check

     2. Bejeweled-check and check

     3. Pop of color-check and check

     4. LBD ready-check and check

     5. Holiday ready-check and check

These sparkly stunners are a gift to give yourself, no need to feel guilty as your strut your stuff and spread holiday cheer!

A super sparkly heel from Jeffrey Campbell! Perfect for the holidays! $155

This favorite heel is back in black! So cute! $107

Fashion Rx: Your weekly dose of what to wear!

It's party time and you want to make a statement but you don't know how strong.  Can you start with a pinch and later decide if you want to really add some punch? Of course! That's what is so great about one of this season's sparkly trends!

The Cure: Start Small

A cropped black pant, simple white silk tank, embellished lapel blazer, and a pop of color with a great Sam Edelman party pump is a superb way to start. You've got  your sparkle and shine, a pop of color, and a tasteful ensemble that isn't over the top.

Second Opinion: BAM! Kick it up a notch

Obviously start with a cocktail dress that has it's own subtle sparkle, create interest with a sequined cardigan, play up the shine with patent platforms, and add your pop of color with a beaded clutch...if you're worried this is a little monochromatic, consider playing with textures and the level of shine.  You want to stand out, but not be outlandish.