Ain’t no Party like a Holiday Party

image via Anthropologie Winter 2009 Catalogue

Can you believe it is already that most wonderful time of the year again??  I admit, probably my favorite thing to do at this time is cozy on up on the couch in my PJs with blankets and loved ones, hot cocoa and a good book and the pinnacle of Christmas tradition….  National Lampoons Christmas Vacation

But at least once I like to get all gussied up and let that bitter icy air hit my thinly covered legs while my (faux) jewels sparkle in the moonlight.  The infamous pasttime, the holiday party.  Pausing for a moment to reflect on the dreaminess.  Now, we will definitely be covering many holiday-inspired things over the next few weeks.  Decoration and Gifts and Craftiness and the like.  But let’s start with my personal favorite… the Holiday Dress!

Of course, we have to highlight the standard first.  The timeless classic LBD…

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This one is my absolute favorite!!  If only I could carry that hefty price tag (sigh)

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I’m noticing a theme with the Ruffles.  I’m sorry but I just can’t quite get away from them.  Here’s some simple, less expensive prettiness from Gap.com ($69.50)

Now for some Color!

Banana Republic Red Satin Sheath

This flowy & festive green dress from Old Navy is only $29.50.  Use those extra $$ to add some edgy shimmer or….

keep that budget down with this sparkly piece from Urban Outfitters.

p.s. I LOVE sparkly things for the holidays.  Can’t get enough.

Finally, to channel a classic 50s modest look, go with this heburn-ish Target dress in an atypical but striking navy blue!

Dazzle it up with some accessories.  Bling Bling Earrings and Bracelet