Dressed to partyPublished on December 1, 2017

There is no shortage of events to attend during the holidays. From office parties to cocktail soirées, opportunities to rock an awesome outfit are endless! Looking dazzling doesn’t always require a ton of effort, so follow these tips to take your outfit game from basic to fabulously festive.

ROCK THE MOTO

Grab something already hanging in your closet to add edge to your holiday look. Worn over a sequin dress or a high-waisted skirt, a moto jacket can complete your outfit without looking overdone. Jacket, Maska, CF Rideau Centre.

PARTY FEET

Plan your holiday outfit from the bottom up! Embellished footwear is a fantastic way to add glam to an otherwise plain outfit.Sparkle sandals, Old Navy.

BE BOWLD

Is there anything more feminine than bows? Your inner diva wants nothing more than to tie your holiday outfit up with a big, fashionable bow. Dress & earrings, Banana Republic; pumps ALDO; Clutch, Nordstrom.

FAUX-FURTASTIC

Nothing says sophistication like faux fur. Swap your overcoat for a faux-fur number to instantly dial up your glamour level. Shrug, Nordstrom; Jacket, Banana Republic.

VELVETY GOODNESS

Velvet instantly elevates even basic outfits. You don’t have to add much to a velvet outfit, especially when done in a rich colour like bordeaux. Dress, GAP.

YOUR INNER POMPOM

It’s impossible not to feel joyful while wearing them, so this holiday season release your inner pom pom!
Sweater Banana Republic;hat Nordstrom.

FA-LA-LA-LA-LOCAL

The holidays are the perfect time to show some of our local retailers some love. Local designers create unique pieces that are sure to be conversation starters.Earrings, Boogie + Birdie.

RETHINK PINK

Bring the colour of your youth into your adult life in the most fabulous way. Shades of blush pink are everywhere this season – found in fun textures and fabrics. Eyelash skirt, Banana Republic.

METALLICS

This high-shine trend has just the right amount of sparkle and glam. Look for the metallic trend in skirts, booties and clutches and you’ve got fashion gold. Boots, Aldo, St Laurent; dress GAP.

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