Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Let the parties begin...

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If you're even somewhat social like me (I only go out on the weekends) then you probably have a few parties to attend this holiday season.  Whether it's a work holiday party, family party, or New Year's Eve party, it can be really hard to put together an outfit on a whim.  And if you're like me, you probably need to spend as little as possible!  So here is my go-to holiday party outfit on a budget aka what I could put together from my closet :)

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Top- Forever 21
Skirt- Thrifted
Tights- Modcloth
Shoes- Zara
Beret- Gift
Clutch- Express
Watch- Betsey Johnson
 
I think sequins are the epitome of the holiday season.  Whether you see them on an ugly Christmas sweater or a super cute NYE dress, you really can't escape them this time of year.  So I chose to embrace them and pair my sequined top with a fluffy tulle skirt.  If you're worried about being cold, make sure to add some cute textured tights (I chose polka dots- big surprise) and a hat always helps.  Don't forget your favorite pair of cute heels and there you have it!
 
I hope I provided some tips or a little inspiration for your holiday looks this year.  What will you be wearing?  Have any tips of your own?  I'd love to hear them!
 
xoxo
 
Ashley
 

49 comments:

  1. What a cute skirt! Sexy stockings too. Enjoy the party!!!

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  2. these stockings are adorable! love your holiday style :)

    Meghan
    citrusrefreshingfashion.blogspot.com

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  3. I agree that sparkles are a must for the holidays! LOVE the top!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  4. I love the pop of red with those shoes. They are amazing!

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  5. I think I've fallen for an outfit love the top and your skirt so cute and love the pop of color with the shoes love this outfit.

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  6. Pretty freaking adorable outfit for scrounging it out of your closet!! I have a sequin dress I'm dying to wear, but I'm not super social... haha I'll have to go to some random party this year and let loose. UHM amazing skirt for being thrifted!!

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  7. Oh my goodness, you look so cute and very French! Tres chic! Ooh la la! Seriously though, I love this look and it's such a fun alternative to a dress.

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  8. Love love love love love those shoes! Perfect accessory to that outfit! You look adorable as always! (By the way, I am just as social as you! I love staying in during the week and going out on the weekends!)

    Happy Wednesday!

    Clare
    Understated Classics

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  9. You are a doll! I adore your style!!!! I must have those tights!!!
    *Besos*
    http://www.cmichellestyles.com

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  10. Love this! I want that top and it all looks so great with your hair. Gorgeous!

    Bisous
    Suzanne
    http://bisous.typepad.com/bisous/

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  11. Very cute! I always feel over indulgent when I wear sequins, but I love them.

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  12. Such a fun outfit! I especially love the tights! xx

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  13. Wow, I think this is my favorite party outfit on any blog so far! Sooo cute! I love the hat!
    I really don't have many occasions to wear fancy outfits to. I have a few Xmas parties (and my birthday) coming up but none of them are remotely dressy. Boring!

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  14. Boy, are you ever ready for them too! Great party outfit!! Lots of little details that spruce it up too!
    -Jamie
    http://chatterblossom.blogspot.com/

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  15. I think the hat and tights really make this outfit so adorable!

    My party wear is actually really fancy-We're going to a Christmas Dancer's Ball, so its formal wear. I've got an evening gown (it is the same one as last year, but with evening gowns, it is not like they get much wear daily...)

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  16. This entire outfit is perfect. I would totally wear this. All of it. I recently bought a skirt similar and now you've inspired me!

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  17. This is so lovely! That top looks phenomenal with that hat :)
    -Tori
    www.fashiontrendsmore.com

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  18. I absolutely looove this holiday outfit, the polka dot tights are always a go to for me too. This sparkly top is definitely perfect for the holidays and the tulle skirt is wonderful. Also, everytime you wear these shoes I kick myself for not buying them.
    xJennaD

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  19. I love this look omgosh one of my favorites love the tights love the shoes love the sequin omg I love love love!!!!

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  20. Those tights are beyond phenomenal! I swear you have the cutest style!

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  21. Just came across your blog and I am loving you style!! You are so cute!! Can't wait for more! new follower!!

    oliviamoone.blogspot.com

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  22. Super cute outfit! Perfect for the holidays!

    http://initialed.blogspot.com

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  23. Everything about this so much fun! You pull off these sequins so effortlessly, I'm a little jealous. I was so close to buying these tights! I'm now really regretting not getting them, they're so cute!

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  24. Holy moly, this is such a perfect holiday outfit! The pop of red really makes it the icing on the cake :). I just found a fancy schmancy 60s holiday party dress at the antique mall this week & I knew it had to be mine for the holidays.

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  25. You have a great look and a great blog! <3

    By the way, I'm hosting two fabulous giveaways!
    Lancer Method Skincare giveaway (Oprah's Favorite Things) and JewelMint jewelry giveaway (I'm giving away three pieces!)

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    personal style and fashion musings of an LA fashion lawyer living life in the fab lane

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  26. Love this outfit, every thing is so great! You look fantastic :)

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  27. WOW! this is a fab look...the combination of everything is pure gorgeousness!

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  28. So many sequins - love it! This is so cute and festive!

    - Leslie, Instant Fires

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  29. That is such a party outfit! By which I mean you couldnt possibly be unhappy wearing it, polka dots, sequins and red shoes -they are all such cheerful items! I don't own a single thing with sequins on it but I do have glitter nail polish which is the next best thing.

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  30. This is definitely the perfect holiday outfit, I love the skirt and of course..sequins, who doesn't love sequins during the holidays? Also I need to go see if Modcloth still has those tights, they are GORGEOUS!

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  31. Oh my gosh! How cute are you? I love the whole outfit. I love the detailing on the top of your tights. I just bought a pair of polka dot tights so this is amazing inspiration!

    Angela
    www.EmbraceEnchanted.com

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  32. This whole outfit is perfection! I would love to wear this to any holiday party! So chic!

    Rebecca
    www.winnipegstyle.ca

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  33. I just died. this is freaking amazing!!! I cannot sing it's praised enough!!

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  34. This outfit is perfection! You look like a million bucks!

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  35. Thought you'd like to know I liked this so much I've included this outfit in my Friday Top Five.

    Bisous
    Suzanne
    http://bisous.typepad.com/bisous/

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  36. omg i totally saw your picture on modcloth!!! at least i think it was you? i'm usually pretty good with faces haha
    super cute outfit :)

    happyleeliving.blogspot.com

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  37. This is such an awesome outfit, love everything!!! Congratulations on your engagement :)


    C.
    HTTP://shalalalas.blogspot.com
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  38. What a doll.....this is one outfit that would turn heads at any party!

    REBECCA
    www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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  39. i love this! the tights are awesome!!

    [oomph.]

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  40. SO CUTE! I love the sequin top. It's AWESOME!

    <3 katherine
    of corgis and cocktails

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  41. DYING over how cute this outfit is!! PERFECTLY DONE!
    xx,
    Paisley
    paisleynotplaid

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  42. we love this outfit so much that we featured it on our favorite things post today!! you look amazingly beautiful!

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  43. you are so pretty and so is your outfit! party girl, i want your skirt.

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  44. I haven't any Holiday outfit inspiration to share, but you look so cute in this outfit. Girl, you've got the legs too!!!
    +Victoria+

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  45. OH my gosh Ash, you look so super sweet and festive in your ensemble. Those tights are KILLAH :-)

    If you havent entered my give away on a beautiful statement necklace, you are more than welcome

    ani
    www.fleurani.blogspot.de

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