Holiday Lookbook: Office Party

Coat- Target (old), Top- New York & Co (old), Trousers- H&M, Heels- Lulu's
 

A good rule of thumb for your holiday office party is to take your everyday work look up a notch. Separates instead of a dress keep things a little more casual. I chose one professional piece in a festive plaid and paired it with something with a bit of sparkle and shine. For my shoes, I wanted to wear something a little dressier than the average black pump, so I chose a metallic strappy sandal.

Necklace- Forever 21, Earrings- Forever 21, Belt- Target

Have some fun with your accessories, but don't go overboard. A statement necklace and stud earrings are just enough to elevate your everyday work apparel. Choose one metal finish to keep things streamlined, as I did with my silver jewelry and belt.

Clutch- Target, borrowed 

A clutch is perfect to carry for any party. In a metallic finish, this snakeskin print clutch is classy but still adds a fun edgy element to my look.

Revlon Eyeshadow Quad in Siren, Jordana Fabuliner, Benefit They're Real Mascara, NYX Angel Blush, Rimmel Nostalgia Lipstick

A classic hairstyle like voluminous waves is easy to create and a little more fancy then your everyday look. I curled my hair same as I always do (with a really old 1" Conair straightener) but then brushed out the curls to give them a little more bounce and a softer look. I finished off with hairspray.

Since an office party can still be quite professional, I wanted to my makeup to be toned down but still festive. I applied silver eyeshadow all over my lids. For a bit of drama, I created a subtle cat eye using my favorite liquid liner. When applying thicker eyeliner, I like to go for long, thick lashes with a volumizing mascara. On my cheeks, I applied a soft peachy-pink blush. Where I may normally have chosen a red lip for a holiday look, I went for a more wearable pink shade.

 Kleancolor Vegas Night over Zoya Song

To complete my look, I added some extra sparkle with a glittery nail polish. Red polish could make my look overly Christmassy—blue glitter is just as festive.

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Next up is my favorite look- what I would wear to a holiday cocktail party! Watch for it next Tuesday.

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Aside from fashion and shopping, nail art is one of my other obsessions! I tend to stick to simple designs and am always looking for new inspiration from Pinterest and nail blogs. Here are some of my latest nails from instagram...

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Work Wear: Mint Accessories

This skirt has been featured quite a bit on my blog. I love the color of it! It came with the mint belt, so I decided to carry out the mint color in my necklace as well.

 Blouse- Limited, Skirt- H&M (similar), Belt- H&M (similar), Wedges- Forever 21

 Necklace- Forever 21

Here's a little NOTD for you! Essie is my favorite nail polish brand, so I was really excited to see them come out with Sleek Sticks nail stickers! The pattern I decided to try first was Embrace the Lace. Of all the brands I have tried, these nail stickers were the easiest to apply and stayed on the longest! I highly recommend checking these out.

<3 Katie

Five Favorites: Nail Polish

I used to be a complete nail polish-aholic, lusting over all the seasonal collections, buying a few everytime I went to a store that sold it. Now that I have every color of the rainbow, its easier for me to pass on that new shade that looks almost identical to one I already have. Here are five favorites of mine from the winter season.

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Essie Downtown Brown

Orly Rage

Essie Going Incognito

 OPI All That Razz-Berry

Milani Ruby Jewels

You can check out my nail designs where I used some of these polishes on my Pinterest board.

I have a really cool Zoya promo I wanted to share with you guys! Starting Monday, January 7th through Sunday, January 13th, you can get 3 free nail polishes for just the cost of shipping! Use the code Zoya2013 at checkout.

I chose Blaze, Song, and FeiFei. Which ones will you pick?

<3 Katie

3 Ways to Wear: Mint Jeans

In the spring, I bought a pair of mint colored jeans that I absolutely love. I didn't want to stop wearing them during fall and winter, so I made it my mission to find ways to wear the pastel color despite the change of season.

My jeans are no longer available in Zara stores, but here are some affordable options: Old Navy, Forever 21, Macy's.

Weekend Wear:

 Sweater- Gap, Blouse- Forever 21, Jeans- Zara, Booties- Wanted

 Watch- Target, Pearl Bracelet- Forever 21, Stud Bracelet- Forever 21

A Night Out:

 Blazer- Forever 21, Top- The Limited, Belt- Forever 21, Pumps- Target

Necklace- Forever 21, Watch- Fossil, Bracelet- Forever 21

Edgy:

 Jacket- ?  Top- Urban Outfitters, Tank- Old Navy, Boots- Charlotte Russe

 Wrap Bracelet- Target

In the spirit of pastels, I wanted to share my mint ruffian style manicure with you! This is such an easy style to do, and I love the mint and silver color combo.

China Glaze Re-Fresh Mint and Orly Shine

How do you feel about pastel jeans for winter?

<3 Katie