The time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s feels different from the rest of the year. And it’s fun to have your wardrobe reflect that festive feeling. There are a few ways to add sparkle along with that holiday spirit to your outfits.
Plenty of retailers are showing sequins on every item imaginable, such as wide leg pants, blouses, vests and dresses. Wear one or more of these items to go all out festive! If you’re looking to be more subtle, try shimmery accessories such as a metallic belt, gold or silver shoes, or a sequin headband or shiny appliqued scarf.
Another way to add a joyful feeling to your wardrobe is through seasonal colors. For a true festive feeling try wearing bright or deep red, forest green or electric blue. Other celebratory colors this season are deep periwinkle, bright magenta, and of course black. Winter white is another holiday color. It’s a shade off from pure white, and works well in pants, boots and sweaters.
For a casual look, try silver metallic jeans, or plain denim jeans, with a metallic top. You can also select a jumpsuit or wide leg pants with a special top or cardigan. Of course, jewelry and handbags can add sparkle to your outfit. Go less conservative with your jewelry, or choose a handbag with some twinkly embellishments.
Guys, you can bring in a holiday look with a fair isle sweater, a velvet blazer or a red or green sweater vest. If you are dressing up in a suit or blazer, try something with a conservative cut, in a dark color and a little shine in the fabric. Finally adding a tie, pocket square or cufflinks with a holiday theme will be an easy way to stand out for the season.
Anyone can forget the ugly sweater this year, and switch up your wardrobe through color, texture or shine. Feel free to start simply, by changing your nail polish to one of the chrome or metallic colors, or adding some shimmery strands to your hair color. This way, whatever outfit you choose, you’ll be sure to sparkle!
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