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Patterned Tights

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Pleated Black Cardigan Merona, Cream Tulle Skirt with Black Bow and Bangles Forever 21, Leaf Patterned Tights Givenchy, Black Patent Ulltra Pumps Steve MaddenI found some really cute Givenchy patterned tights on Sunday at Marshall’s! I was obsessed and spent ours in the hosiery section. They had Givenchy patterned tights on clearance for $3 a pair, and a bunch of cute knee-high socks by Chinese Laundry and Betsey Johnson. I snagged a pair of Chinese Laundry Knee-High fleece socks and cannot wait to wear them under my boots. Before I experiment with cute Knee-High socks I need to try some plain, warm ones first.
Today my look is a little bit ballerina and French inspired. I love how the tights add texture to the outfit. My cardigan is a thrift find, and I am glad I am starting to find sweaters. I need more long sleeve knits or tops to really be prepared for the winter weather. The skirt is from Forever 21 and I remember buying it around this time while Christmas shopping with my mom. We saw this skirt on a mannequin styled with grunge items.  We looked all over the store for it and just when we were about to give up, we found it in the back of a rack. Love how full it is and the little black bow detail. The black tights pop against the color of this skirt too!
What would you wear with patterned tights? Leave a comment with your link or suggestion below! Thanks for reading.
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Checkered Scarf

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Pea Coat, Sweater, Black Jeans, and Elephant Ring Forever 21 | Black Earmuffs Material Girl | White Leather Sneakers Converse | Black and White Checkered Scarf ParisRainy and cold days are no fun. I spent my Saturday cleaning and was not motivated to get dressed up until later in the evening because I had some Christmas shopping to do. Even then, I didn’t make a fuss about my outfit and opted for an all-black look with the goal of being warm and dry.
I repeated the all black outfit today except opted for a white and black checkered scarf. I wore the white sneakers to keep the look from being too dark, and added the large elephant ring for fun! The earmuffs are my favorite part of the outfit because they are keeping my ears really warm on a cold day.
I am pretty excited because I purchased quite a few different pairs of tights today from Marshall’s. Quite a few are patterned, and I can’t wait to incorporate them into my winter wardrobe! I am also looking into buying some fleece-lined leggings after finding fleece-lined knee -high socks today! I spent an hour just in the sock and hosiery area because they had so many options, it was hard to choose just a few styles.
Hope you had a fabulous weekend and are staying warm with scarfs, earmuffs, and gloves!

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Company Holiday Party

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Green Leopard Print Judy Wrap Dress Diane Von Furstenberg, Black Scarf Marc Jacobs (Neiman Marcus for Target Collection) |  Silver Boyfriend Watch Marc by Marc Jacobs | Jaguar Double Ring Forever 21 | Glitter Peep-Toe Baxen Wedges Jimmy ChooThe office I work at held its annual holiday party, also known as the End of the Year Staff Appreciation Lunch. Holiday party rolls off the tongue a little easier though.
I love to wear wrap dresses, so I chose a green one and decided to wear the Marc Jacobs scarf I purchased over the weekend at Target. I am in love with it and see it paired with more than half of the items in my closet. My Jimmy Choo wedges were also essential because of the glitter. These are my new favorite wedges, especially because of the mirror-wedge detail. When it comes to the holidays, it’s not a festive outfit unless something sparkles! I know people typically wear red sweaters, but I brought red to the party through my cupcakes. I made chocolate fudge cupcakes with peppermint frosting and red sprinkles.
We celebrated the event at Jupiter’s on Shattuck and were entertained with a White Elephant Gift Exchange. This “It is what it is.” plaque is actually a very popular item and everyone that has won it in previous years signs the back with the year they’ve won. It defines where I am in life right now, specifically at this office. I try not to let negative thoughts overwhelm me and tend to laugh at situations I get myself into, but not knowing whether I will have a job after the holiday break can be slightly stressful and takes me out of my usual cheerful mood. 
This plaque may be bringing me luck as it is an item I have to bring to the next white elephant gift exchange since it cannot leave our office environment- and might mean me staying on longer! Despite being worried, it can be a comical situation, and I am sure I will look back and laugh whenever I glance at this plaque displayed in my cubical. This situation is not something I can control, and it really is what it is. All I can do is be prepared to wear great shoes so I can end up in a great place. 
Now that I am done venting and going from a holiday party to a pity party, what will you be wearing to your company holiday party? Or any holiday party? Let me know!
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Holiday Trunk Show

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Navy Blouse Diane Von Furstenberg, Pants, Beanie, Rings, and Peacock Necklace Forever 21, Peacock Blue Satin Flats Fairy Tales Come True

I feel like I’ve overloaded you with photos, but there were so many to choose, it was hard to narrow to just these!
I was invited to a Holiday Trunk Show showcasing handcrafted items from Fox Parlor.The Fox Parlor is located in Sierra City, California, and you can see some of their items on their Facebook page here. A lot of the items were very cute and had a whimsical feel to them. There were many unique gift options, and I was able to find a few. It took a lot of willpower to not buy a bunch of things just because they were so cute!
For the event, I dressed in items that would give a sort of indie/bohemian look. I wore my favorite peacock feather flats and a matching necklace. I felt those pieces gave off the impression that I am a crafty person, despite that not being 100% true.
I was really happy to be joined by my friend Allison and, of course, Armando. We were able to shop for some Christmas gifts, eat sweets, drink champagne, and take photos with handmade props at a booth Elise of WT Fab! designed. I admire her creativity here, and want to use this idea possibly for an event next year!
I had a great time hanging out, meeting the owner of the Fox Parlor, and spending time with Elise! She is such a sweet, genuine person and I am very lucky to have met someone as nice as her. I have found it very refreshing to have met like-minded people who enjoy blogging about fashion and other topics that inspire them. I am sure she will be writing a post about the event as well, so make sure to stop by her blog as well!
What would you wear to a trunk show? Leave your suggestions or link to a post below. Thanks for reading! 

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Anorak Jacket

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Anorak Jacket Damselle | White T-Shirt, Destroyed Skinny Jeans, Ring, and Teddy Bear Charm Necklace Forever 21 | Tan Suede Hoops Boots Steve Madden
Hello! Here’s a late post of my weekend outfit!
This jacket is not my typical choice. I tend to be drawn to darker clothing, like black. Even though it isn’t something I would normally pick, this neutral color works with a lot of items in my wardrobe, like my Steve Madden booties. This jacket has a military feel to it too and I think it could work with olive green pants. It is also pretty warm, so I am looking forward to layering and adding a thick scarf with it as the weather gets colder.
What would you wear with an anorak jacket? Leave your link to a post or your suggestion in the comments below.

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The Color Purple

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Purple Cardigan Kenar | Floral Silk Josie Cami Diane Von Furstenberg | Jeans and Belt Forever 21 | Flower Ring Wet Seal |  Purple Boots Lower East SideAnother nice relaxing weekend at home! It was actually kind of windy (and cold), but I removed my pea coat to take the photo for the sake of fashion!I am starting to get into the Christmas spirit now with the cold weather. 
The cardigan and boots are borrowed from my mom’s closet. My love of clothes comes from her, so it is fitting that I borrow her clothes. I have worn this floral silk tank in a previous post here, but I like how the colors pop more with this purple cardigan. 
I ate homemade food and watched Rise of the Guardians with my niece and nephew. I feel long cardigans give a more sophisticated, casual vibe which worked for my day of shopping and a night at the movies. I would highly recommend the movie as it was well-written and animated beautifully. Oh, and the kids enjoyed it too!
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