Someone Called Me a Genie:
The Sequined Pants Edition January 5th, 2012 By

I wore sequined pants on New Years Eve and this guy I barely know said I looked like a genie. Lame, right? So here’s to you, guy I barely know: Some pretty rocking sequined pants. Wear them during the day with something casual like a simple sweater or a chambray top, and for nights out? A sheer button-down works, as long as you don’t mind granting some wishes. Is it weird that I felt guilty while blurring out my friends’ faces (I’m sorry gal pals!)?

NYE 2012Silence & Noise Sequin Legging

Sequin Skinny PantsASOS petite Exclusive sequin pants

someone called me a genie, clockwise l-r: I’m wearing: SILENCE & NOISE SEQUIN LEGGING, $79.00, available at Urban Outfitters, ASOS PETITE EXCLUSIVE SEQUIN PANTS, $59.09, available at ASOS, SEQUIN SKINNY PANTS, $68.00, available at Nasty Gal.

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Pull Yourself Together:
Party Shine December 27th, 2011 By

As we all know, last weekend was Christmas, next weekend is New Year’s Eve. When it comes to dressing for the occasion, the two are polar opposites. Christmas is when I normally sit around in what can only be described as a depressed middle-aged divorcee’s outfit of choice (fleece everything), and on New Year’s I pretty much look like an extra on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. To me, it’s the only time of year to wear a ridiculous amount of glitz. After all, coming off of spending that much time with family, you need all the shine & sparkle you can get to detract from “dead on the inside” look on your face. Seriously, if  you’re a fan of Twilight, might I suggest coming over to my family’s for the holidays? They’ll gladly suck the life out of you, vampire-style.

But I digress. This is about celebrating and letting loose. This is about walking around, drink in hand, looking like confetti with a pulse. I’m talking, of course, about sequins. My New Year’s Eve textile of choice.

clockwise, l-r: HELEN SWEATER DRESS, $458.00, Marc Jacobs; QUOTATION GOLD HAWK COSMIC SEQUIN DRESS, $178.00, Bloomingdales; LIZA SHORT SLEEVE SEQUIN, $94.99, Rachel Roy; LIPSY SHIFT DRESS WITH ALL OVER SEQUINS, $118.17, Asos.

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How to Wear: New Year’s Eve Fashion December 29th, 2009 By

Betsey Johnson Twist And Shout Strapless Dress

Betsey Johnson Twist and Shout Strapless Dress

Now that the holiday season is coming to a close, it is time to ring in the New Year.  This year is an especially important milestone since we’re saying goodbye to the first decade of the new millenium.  Get your New Year’s resolutions ready, but first, get ready to party!

Here’s how to do it fashionably:

Cocktail dresses are the standard for New Year’s Eve celebrations, unless you are attending a black tie event.  The little black dress is the best choice if you are planning on wearing eye-catching accessories.  Your LBD can have some sparkle and flair.  The Betsey Johnson dress above is fun and flirty.  The sequins add a festive shimmer while allowing you to wear a colorful shoe, since your dress is a neutral.

If you are feeling more bold, try a red or purple cocktail dress.  Both are key colors this season.  Silver and gold dresses are also great choices paired with a black clutch and black heels. 

ABS Strapless Layered Ruffle Cocktail Dress

ABS Strapless Layered Ruffle Cocktail Dress

You can pair a basic dress like this ruffled ABS cocktail dress with a sequined cardigan or a statement necklace. 

If you are attending a casual party, try some sequin leggings with a long sweater. You’ll stay warm and still look cute.  A bow headband is a fun extra. 

Remember to pick out a cute clutch to go with your evening outfit.  Metallics (gold or silver) and black are the most versatile. 

Above all, remember that New Year’s Eve is a time to have fun and go wild.  Break out your favorite when-will-I-ever-wear-that accessory and take it out for a night on the town.  See you in 2010!

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