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Tis the season to sparkle in style

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The holidays are fast approaching which means it’s time to start planning your outfit for family dinner, work parties & happy hour!  I’m excited to share some of my favorite pieces to save & splurge on this season.  Tis the season to sparkle in style…

A figure flattering dress is the perfect go-to for a holiday work party.  Arrive in style in either of these violet beauties paired with black ankle booties & a sequins clutch.

Save on the Darla Tulle Dress from Anthropologie $158 (Left/Top)

Splurge on the Jewel Wrap Dress by Diane von Furstenberg $698 (Right/Bottom)

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Make sequin leggings look chic by pairing them with a basic white tee & a fitted moto jacket.

Save on the French Connection Spark Leggings $119 (Left/Top)

Splurge on the Dena Snake Skin Legging by BCBG $398 (Right/Bottom)

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For a cozy, effortless look pair an embellished sweater with your favorite distressed boyfriend jeans & high strappy heel.

Save on the Banana Republic Embellished Pullover $79.50 (Left/Top)

Splurge on the Alice + Olivia Rosalind Sweater from Saks $398 (Right/Bottom)

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Polish your blouse & pant ensemble by layering it with a cape blazer; a sleek twist on the ever-so favorite blazer.

Save on the Revolve Clothing Cape Blazer $80 (Left/Top)

Splurge on the James Jeans Cape Blazer from ShopBop $290 (Right/Bottom)

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Meeting friends for dinner & drinks..?  Update your LBD with a bold statement necklace!

Save on the Dayna Crystal Necklace from Francesca’s $38 (Left/Top)

Splurge on the Pick a Pearl Necklace from Kate Spade $298 (Right/Bottom)

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As always – comfortable & effortless housewife style xoxx

#OOTD – Oversized Sweater

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No fall wardrobe is complete without an oversized sweater & blanket scarf.  Whether you chose to wear them together or separately, these essentials will keep you cozy & trendy all season long.

I normally opt for skinny jeans when wearing an oversized sweater, but there are so many more ways you can pull it off.  For instance, try pairing your sweater with distressed boyfriend jeans or if you’re not in a denim-mood then layer the sweater on top of faux leather leggings.  Another great way to dress your sweater is by pairing it with a flouncy skirt (very on trend for fall).

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I’m always a sucker for cuffed skinny jeans & ankle boots…

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#OOTD – Smart Casual

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This afternoon I was invited to join my niece & her Little Flowers group for an afternoon tea.  Instead of wearing a dress I opted for a smart casual outfit – blouse, black pixie’s & open-toed strapped heels. Smart casual is open to interpretation but I view it as polished, informal attire; something that can be worn to dinner, work, church or in this case an afternoon tea.

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With little time to get my hair done these days my roots have started to grow & darken.  What else can I do but embrace it!  My new trick for hiding my lovely original dark hairs…pulling the sides into a high bun & curling the rest.

As always – comfortable & effortless housewife style xoxx