How I Wear…Jacquard

When wearing one statement piece. such as jacquard trousers, it's necessary to incorporate another texture or pattern to make them daytime appropriate. I know it sounds counterintuitive, but wearing them with a simple black turtleneck or white collar shirt would make them party ready. So, combining plaid and faux fur has somehow toned down the fancy - am I right or am I right?
P.S. Pardon the graininess, but it seems as though my fuzzy vest impacted the lens. However, this does offer an opportunity to share with you my favorite movie quote from Despicable Me. I've said it so many times that I like to think I kind of sound like her, although I'm sure watching it one hundred times has been helpful as well.

Recreate my look:

Jacquard pants, faux fur vest, J.Crew shirt, vintage cameo brooch, navy flats, cobalt wallet, Nars Red Lizard

Dressing the Turkey (What to Wear for the Holidays - Part 2)

When I noticed flurries out my window, I suddenly had an "aha" moment that the holidays are here! Since the post outlining what to wear for the holidays last year (see it here) was so well received, I figured I'd do another. This year, I am going to focus the post on fancy ensembles that you might wear to any party or event through the holidays - be it a dinner, cocktail hour, evening at the theatre, or good ole date night. 'Tis the season to dress a bit inappropriately for the weather…I mean, that's what valet parking and taxis are for, right? I have been featuring enough casual ensembles to wear for shopping, road trips, opening presents, or seeing a movie, and I have no intention of slowing down, especially since I'll be approved to start walking this week - yippee!

Be sure to click the bold links to shop my picks!

A slip dress with an overcoat and calf hair stilettos

:: extra points for a metallic clutch and berry lips ::

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A floral dress with polka dot tights and metallic pumps

Don't forget button earrings and a braided updo!

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A midi tulle skirt with a striped crop top and ankle strap stilettos
:: adorn your wrists with gold cuffs ::

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A faux fur vest with brocade trousers and strappy pumps
Accessorize with a bejeweled belt and chandelier earrings!

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A black jumpsuit with one standout accessory…

like a tuxedo jacket, open toe booties, or a bib necklace.

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The New Mullet

While I love the concept of high-low fashion, I'm getting a bit tired of using the phrase. The mixing of casual and fancy pieces can be done in numerous ways and I've done my fare share of (trying to) rock this trend. Historically, it's been popular to wear your casual item on the bottom (i.e. jean cut offs or boyfriend jeans) and the fancy, be it sequins, beading, or a statement necklace on top. However, recently, I've been more drawn to having my statement piece on the bottom with jacquard pants, a mini skirt, or metallic pumps and pairing it with an understated striped tee or a jean jacket (see here, here, and here). I consider it an outfit mullet - business on top, party on the bottom. 

Can you get on board with rocking a mullet?

Recreate my look:

Princess Vera sweater (similar), Liz Claiborne tee, Worthington jacquard pants (similar), vintage scarf (similar) and clutch (similar here and here), Sam Edelman pumps (similar)