by Glitter | Dec 26, 2017 | Fashion, OOTD
New Year’s Eve is sold to us as an event we must dress up for- a night that doesn’t demand glam, full make up and perfect hair; it requires it. I’ve always thought to myself, why? Look we all know the majority of people going anywhere for New Year’s are going to be giggly drunk by the time that shiny ball drops. They’re going to mess up their make up, they’re likely going to get their hair/dress/dignity caught on something, and we both know they will accidentally spill cheap champagne all over that fancy dress.
Why not just go casual for the night? Is this crazy talk? Somehow I just feel like I’m more likely to survive the night of nights in a track suit than a designer gown.
Here’s what I to wear to New Year’s- a sweatshirt (alternative), over leggings and a t-shirt dress (alternative) and finished with a pair of shoes that implied I tried when I obviously didn’t. Sure, I’d even throw in some big earrings. I’d pretend it’s a “bold alternative choice,” but it’s really just a comfort presented as a style win.
I might not be the most glamorous girlat the ball, but I wont have to worry about my dress creeping up, accidentally exposing my day of the week underwear. I wont have to fret about anything being unpredictably painful… or itchy… or just plain breaking. I wont have to topple around in crazy high stilettos. I’ll just set myself up for a great night, with a reduced chance of a casualty. That’s something pretty special if you ask me.
by Glitter | Aug 31, 2015 | Fashion, How To
Super excited to create my own style spin on this amazing Karina Dress. I challenged myself, I pushed my boundaries and used this currently cotton candy pink clad noggin to flower the purty Penelope Dress with 3 fabulous fashion variations. We’ve got floral go with the flow cool, bloomin’ and ready for business, and peonies be popping night out look. Which one is your favorite?
Floral Go with Flow Cool
I make the most of a dress by using a belt to reduce the height to a more proper tunic length. I spice it up and add a dash of cool by donning a funky homemade t-shirt fringe scarf (tutorial here) instead of a necklace. I pack a punch with cheap but chic gas station sunglasses and use simple black leggings and mint t- strap sandals to complete the look.
Bloomin’ Business Casual
I made my hair look all fancy using this very simple tutorial I love. Its seriously is so easy peasy and your hair looks gorgeously curly when you take it out. Hell yeah, two day dirty hair that still looks deliciously good. I brought the tangerine accents in the Penelope dress forward by adding my pretty and perfectly peach blazer from Target. It gives this look a classy corporate style an unexpected pop. I kept all other accents very neutral and simple- black peep toe flats, a cocktail ring and vintage pearl earrings.
Peonies be Popping
The final look is made to surprise. I use one of favorite style tricks and lengthen this party dress by adding a black tutu underneath. The tutu adds length and structure- which is important. That way the dress won’t fly up while I’m getting down with my bad self. I added some visual interest by adding a thick black leather bow belt and metallic leather earrings. I created an unexpected charm to the look by ditching heels for reflective mint loafers. I love pairing unusual flats with dressy looks, you’re more comfortable AND you make a statement,
A huge thanks to Karina Dresses for providing this sassy frock for me to wear and style as I pleased. I truly loved it and I can’t wait to take this glorious garb for a night on the town. The vintage floral is amazing and I love that the colors in the print are bright and unexpected. It’s not your typical floral dress. FYI: They didn’t pay me to say that. I have truth syndrome. I can’t lie. I love this dress!
