It’s the first Wednesday of the month, which means I’m teaming up with my How I Style It friends! For December’s blog hop, we’re all sharing holiday inspired looks. I pulled out this dress from Pink Blush; I’ve been having a MAJOR moment with all things velvet. Keep reading for more about this dress plus the must have bag for this holiday season.
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I Got a Crush On…Velvet: Holiday Party Outfit | The PinkBlush Dress
I’ve been actively working this year to add a larger variety of color to my closet and to step away from the power colors I tend to always buy. {If it comes in navy, cobalt, or black, chances are I will order it.} I’ve definitely noticed that 2017 has been a year where I’ve found myself stepping outside the color box with hues like neon orange, reds, and even some green.
One thing I’ve always loved is a high neckline. I’ve never had the goods to pull off a plunging neckline {which admittedly makes me kind of sad,} but this kind of high neckline has always been my friend. Since it’s cooler out, I wore a blazer over the dress and you could also break out the tights.
I Got a Crush On…Velvet: Holiday Party Outfit | The Must Have Bag for Holiday Parties
I was all over the place when deciding what to wear with this outfit. I ended up grabbing my pink velvet crossbody and carrying it as a clutch! {See it in its full form here!} I like how the blush color ties in with the floral print of the velvet holiday party dress. While the blush isn’t available online, I did find this similar crossbody in red for $30! The style is similar where you can carry the bag as a crossbody, shoulder bag or clutch.
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I’m really loving the velvet trend. This is such a cute holiday party look!
That dress is perfect for the holidays!
I didn’t think I liked velvet, but you wear it so well! The northern states don’t take new trends well (; we just keep our flannels and jeans. Maybe I’ll sneak some velvet into my closet this season (;
I’ve been a little wary of the velvet trend, but that bag is the perfect way to test it out!
Yes! Love this look! I love velvet all year round but especially for the holidays!
Ok, I’m in love with this dress! It really is perfect for the holidays. I love a high neckline too. Gonna have to check this out!
I’m crushing on velvet this season too! It’s just such a fun fabric for this time of year.
Well I have a crush on that pretty dress too and how you styled it. I love red anytime, especially for the Holidays. You look fab, Nicole!
Welcome by tomorrow and linkup. =) Thanks, Ada.
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This dress is stunning! I am loving velvet this season.
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What a great look for the Christmas season! Fashionable AND cozy – my kind of look!
This dress looks great on you. Btw, I love velvet too!
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You can’t go wrong with velvet red during the holidays! This one is super cute on you!
Velvet is EVERYTHING right now! I love your dress and bag!
You are looking so perfect in this dress!
I’m in love with that gemstone ring, it’s so cute and chic! Velvet is one of my favorite fall/winter trends and I totally need more items in my closet now that I live somewhere where I won’t suffocate in it!]
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You totally rock this outfit! Love your bag!
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Love your outfit! Velvet is sooo pretty for this time of year!
I love the velvet bag – it looks like a really useful piece. You look fabulous as always Nicole x #TurningHeadsTuesday
The velvet is so pretty on you! I love the texture of velvet and this crushed velvet has just that! Super cute outfit!
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I am a huge fan of both red and velvet for the holidays especially and this stunning outfit has both. I love the clutch so much. You are a babe Nicole. Welcome by Thursdays to link up with me. =)