Tis the season to dress up
With the Christmas season
approaching we can't help but get
excited. Soon exams will be finishing
up and the first semester will
be coming to a close. With homes
awaiting our arrival, we already
have an idea of what's in store.
Purchasing gifts for parents and
siblings, hanging out with friends
who have also been away at
school, tobogganing, hot chocolate
and my favourite thing about the
holidays — the parties.
A common holiday "tradition" is that we all seem to have difficulty finding what to wear when we're invited to these parties. Is it casual? Black tie?
Upon receiving an invite, one of the first things to do is to assess what level of fancy is appropriate. Nobody likes to be overdressed or underdressed, but when it comes down to it, it's better to be overdressed. It shows you put effort into your outfit.
With Christmas, 'tis the season to be jolly, and it's also the season to push things to the limit.
When dressing for holiday parties, try and tweak your outfit so it helps you stand out in a crowd. No, we aren't talking about a Lady Gaga-like outfit but a simple statement accessory or bright heel could really change your outfit.
I find that the best way to choose what to wear for a holiday party is to look at fabric, specifically colour and texture. Style and cut is important but these two elements previously listed will really help you spice up your outfit.
When looking for dresses or tops, look for gem colours such as emerald green, azure and cobalt blue, amethyst, dark amethyst and topaz. These colours will really help you choose an appropriate colour for the holidays, and they'll also help you stand out in a crowd. Think of these colours as Christmas lights, they'll brighten the room and make everything feel more festive.
Then there is texture. It is important because depending on the texture, it shows a certain richness to your outfit and having different textures (good ones) will really add excitement. Fabrics to consider for the holidays are: velvet, lace, feathers, sequins, chiffon, brocade and silk. You want to be looking at fabrics that might make you feel too dressed up to wear to class.
When I was shopping at Joe Fresh I saw great a V-neck velvet top for cheap. The tops were in a rich burgundy and black — a classic. If you were to pair a top such as this one with a slinky pencil skirt, gold heels and decorated yourself with great gem-coloured accessories, you would surely be noticed. Why you ask? Because you look festive, you look appropriate for an assortment of events and because an outfit such as that one flatters a range of body types. Keep things simple and go from there, don't overwhelm yourself and try pushing past your comfort level. You may be impressed with the results.
A common holiday "tradition" is that we all seem to have difficulty finding what to wear when we're invited to these parties. Is it casual? Black tie?
Upon receiving an invite, one of the first things to do is to assess what level of fancy is appropriate. Nobody likes to be overdressed or underdressed, but when it comes down to it, it's better to be overdressed. It shows you put effort into your outfit.
With Christmas, 'tis the season to be jolly, and it's also the season to push things to the limit.
When dressing for holiday parties, try and tweak your outfit so it helps you stand out in a crowd. No, we aren't talking about a Lady Gaga-like outfit but a simple statement accessory or bright heel could really change your outfit.
I find that the best way to choose what to wear for a holiday party is to look at fabric, specifically colour and texture. Style and cut is important but these two elements previously listed will really help you spice up your outfit.
When looking for dresses or tops, look for gem colours such as emerald green, azure and cobalt blue, amethyst, dark amethyst and topaz. These colours will really help you choose an appropriate colour for the holidays, and they'll also help you stand out in a crowd. Think of these colours as Christmas lights, they'll brighten the room and make everything feel more festive.
Then there is texture. It is important because depending on the texture, it shows a certain richness to your outfit and having different textures (good ones) will really add excitement. Fabrics to consider for the holidays are: velvet, lace, feathers, sequins, chiffon, brocade and silk. You want to be looking at fabrics that might make you feel too dressed up to wear to class.
When I was shopping at Joe Fresh I saw great a V-neck velvet top for cheap. The tops were in a rich burgundy and black — a classic. If you were to pair a top such as this one with a slinky pencil skirt, gold heels and decorated yourself with great gem-coloured accessories, you would surely be noticed. Why you ask? Because you look festive, you look appropriate for an assortment of events and because an outfit such as that one flatters a range of body types. Keep things simple and go from there, don't overwhelm yourself and try pushing past your comfort level. You may be impressed with the results.
