Business On Top, Party on The Bottom

The holiday season places major demands on our wardrobes. Get-together here. Party over there. It seems like there’s always some kind of event to get dressed up for. To meet all these style demands without breaking the bank, I take some of my go-to wardrobe basics and add a little holiday flair to them.

Blazer—Savers Thrift Store (Crestwood)

Tank—Banana Republic

Leggings—℅ Venus

Clutch—Loeffler Randall (on mega sale)

Shoes—J.Crew (old) | option

Earrings—Kate Spade

Necklace—℅ Collections by Joya

Rings—Kendra Scott, Kendra Scott

Watch—Movado | Skagen option

Lip—Mac “Media” lipstick, Mac “Currant” lip pencil
Nails—Nicole by OPI “Razzle Dazzler

My classic red blazer, an item I wear all year round, easily becomes holiday party-ready when paired with right-on-trend faux-leather leggings. Any “dressy” bottom, from a textured pencil skirt to sequin leggings, would look festive and fabulous when paired with a classic blazer.

Accessorizing a combination like this one is especially important. Recognizing that, I reached for a few of my favorite pieces, including a pearl tassel necklace by Collections by Joya. This handmade necklace features freshwater pearls along a 24kt gold plated chain complete with an ivory tassel. It’s light and airy, but such a standout. The best part though? Proceeds from its sales benefit women’s charities around the world.

Here’s a closer look at the freshwater pearls and the tassel. The details. The details. The pearl tassel necklace is shown below with the Kendra Scott “Odette” ring and a Loeffler Randall clutch (over 60% off).