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November 22, 2021 at 05:00PM We’ve found our way back to holiday season, and it’s about that time when heel phobias are at an all-time high - particularly if you’ve still yet to bounce back from the comfy style of dress last year brought on. Fear not. It turns out there are plenty of glammed-up sneakers on the market waiting for this very moment, and they mesh pretty well with a holiday getup. While we can expect a return to lavish holiday events this year, your plans may involve more low-key affairs that don’t require the full nine yards. Or maybe you just have a knack for dressing up sneakers, and the arrival of the holiday season doesn’t mean you have to switch things up. Between everything from a plethora of glittery high-tops to chunky sneakers with metallic soles, there’s no shortage of…

November 22, 2021 at 05:00PM This isn’t the first time we’ve seen pajamas go from bedtime staple to cocktail wear, but it may just be the best few takes on the trend. Fashion pros and celebs alike are embracing the easy separates - and while our first thought was this: if someone’s giving us the opportunity to wear our comfiest sleep-time staples right out on the street, why wouldn’t we?! That impulse was also checked with visions of the not-so-well-executed takes on the trend that make them look, well, more like pajamas and less like evening wear. The key to pulling off these pieces perfectly is to wear them not quite so literally. Check out our styling tips below, then shop the trend to find your own pair of dress-worthy PJs, just in time for the holidays. Take a cue from this street…

November 22, 2021 at 05:00PM If holiday dresses aren’t exactly pressing priorities on your shopping list, but you’re still wondering “Now, what do I wear?,” we hear you. Getting festive doesn’t mean you have to revamp your whole wardrobe, just style your favorite pieces accordingly. Denim is the foundation of some pretty genius outfits, holiday looks included - and we have the proof. Inside, you’ll find street style stars who prove all you really need are a great coat, a fancy pair of heels, or a sparkly set of earrings to take your jeans from everyday to best dressed guest at any and all of your holiday soirées. Read on to get inspired. Continue Reading… Author Hannah Weil McKinley | citywomen.co Selected by CWC

November 22, 2021 at 05:00PM So you’ve got your holiday outfits lined up, and now you’re in need of a jacket to seal the deal. As much as we love our handy classic puffers, now is when it’s fully appropriate to ramp up the dramatics. In fact, the best jackets to wear to a holiday soirée are the ones that could very well stand as an entire outfit on their own. Beyond the fact that we’re headed into winter, a luxe-looking jacket is known to elevate any outfit with minimal effort. So if you find yourself with nothing to wear at the last minute, you can throw on a monochrome getup and know your outerwear will do the work. Key details to look for in “the one”? Length, volume, and texture. Think unique trenches and oversize faux-fur numbers. Ahead, here’s all you need…

November 22, 2021 at 05:00PM Nothing completes a holiday outfit like a statement handbag. In fact, you may even want to set out your party-going handbags first, then build your outfits around them. Yes, they’re that important. The right handbag, for starters, fits all your event necessities, which is basically just your phone, keys, and a lipstick to reapply in between hors d'oeuvre servings. Then, to land on a style that acts as the center point of your outfit, consider the elements of a statement handbag that most resonate with you and your wardrobe. Is color important to you? How about sparkle? Or perhaps you like to let the size of your handbag lead the way? In any case, you’ll also want to factor in matching the accessory with a complementary getup - one that looks the part without commanding attention away from…

November 22, 2021 at 05:00PM Even when it comes to shopping for specific occasions such as holiday gatherings, we can all benefit from getting the most bang for our buck when we snag a new piece. And when it comes to cost per wear, designating any item to evening wear works against the end goal. That’s enough reason to give yourself permission to wear your nighttime styles before 5 p.m. this holiday season, and with a few easy styling tricks, they won’t look the slightest bit out of place. That velvet minidress you’ve only worn once? That pearl-embellished midi you bought solely for a dinner party? Unpopular opinion: they, too, can coexist with your daytime wardrobe when juxtaposed against some of the more daytime-friendly pieces in your rotation. What’s more, there’s never been a better style hack for anyone with a jam-packed holiday…

November 22, 2021 at 05:00PM Opting for cozy knits during the cooler months is obviously no groundbreaking feat, but when it comes to the holiday season, even knitwear presents the opportunity to create an awe-inspiring outfit. You’ve likely noticed knitwear has finally made its long-awaited transition from mostly functional to highly fashionable, and the next few months are just the time to see how far, or rather how glam, they can go. All you’ll need are a few tips and tricks. Rather than reaching for your go-to oversize sweaters and crewnecks in black or maroon this season, look for ways knits can add exciting color and texture to your outfit. It goes without saying that a statement knit also serves as an effortless way to feel done up if you’re keeping it low-key at home with close family this year as well. Ahead,…

November 22, 2021 at 05:00PM Even the most fashion savvy haven’t tried every outfit combo in the book, but those itching to try their hands at a few new style tricks will find that the holiday season sets up the perfect occasion. For starters, you probably have more than one event providing you an excuse to get dressed up, and over-the-top outfits are often expected. Why not take this time to test out experimental garment pairings you may not try on just your average Friday night? If you look to a few street style mavens as inspiration, you’ll find that the options are virtually endless, and plenty of looks can likely be created with items you already have in your closet. Whether you’re headed to a grand gala, a large family gathering, or an intimate night in with friends, here are a few…

November 22, 2021 at 05:00PM Don’t quote us on this, but we have a feeling a wise person once said there’s no such thing as too many layers of jewelry for the holidays. No doubt, the luxe jackets and floor-length dresses set the foundation for an ensemble fit for sipping Champagne and reminiscing with friends and family, but it’s the jewels that pull it all together. Whether your holiday wardrobe looks like Paco Rabanne-esque chain-mail dresses or you’re celebrating at home in a loungey but Instagram-worthy knit dress, mastering the art of layering your best jewelry pieces will prove easy yet effective. The plus? You can nail a red-carpet-ready look whether you’ve spent $30 or $300. Keep scrolling for how to best layer your accessories for any holiday shindigs on your calendar. Continue Reading… Author Jamila Stewart | citywomen.co Selected by CWC

November 22, 2021 at 05:00PM There’s seemingly no bigger time of year for accessorizing than the holidays (Glitz! Glamour! Diamonds!), but even when you’re not quite feeling up to layering on every piece of jewelry to your name, it just doesn’t feel right to go without a statement pair of earrings. In the same way a hairstyle can make or break an outfit, earrings hold a similar power. But when you’ve got an artfully made, almost ornament-like pair, they’re sure to yield only exceptional results. As for hair, opting for a slicked-back style will allow the masterpiece of an accessory to fully do its job (cue that Regina George quote). The earring styles on the market right now will come to prove that even the most casual of holiday event looks will feel meticulously curated when topped with the right pair. Need convincing?…