Cocktail Attire for the Holidays

Navy Sequin Dress// Gold Block Heel Sandals

Handbag

Wearing a size small. This runs big, and I wish I had sized down to XS!

On Sale!

Cream Tweed Dress// Mary Jane Shoes

Wearing a size small, this is TTS. If between sizes, size down. If you are taller than me (I'm 5'6"), this may be too short! 

Jacquard Organza Dress// Cashmere Wrap

Gold Block Heel Sandals

This dress is made in letter sizes. I got a size medium. It's too big, and I'll have to have it tailored, but I think the small may have been too small. The medium fits like a size 6, and I'm a size 4. I think the small would have been closer to a size 2! 

Leopard Swing Shift Dress// Mary Jane Shoes

Wearing a size small, TTS!

I shared a reel recently featuring these four cocktail dresses that are fun for the holiday season. Two of the dresses you have seen me wear a few times before, but the Navy Sequin Dress is new in from Jenn Lake's collection with Sail to Sable that they sent over. She always does the most fun sequin styles! The Jacquard Organza Dress is from a new-to-me brand, Abby Glass! There are so many gorgeous dresses from Abby Glass, and they make beautiful things that would be perfect for the mother of the bride or groom. 

From now until the end of the year, we have a few fun reasons to dress up! My calendar has a few shows, concerts, and holiday parties. I am pretty social, so I always look forward to getting out and getting dressed up!

I rounded up a bunch of other holiday party and occasion options that you can find, here!

Gift Guide 2024: My Wish List

Sandals// Bear Sweater

Cowboy Boots// Lip Balm// Tennis Bracelet// Coffee Mug

Brown Belt// Blue Coupe Glass// Tortoise Toothbrush

Green Goyard// Gold Handbag

This guide is always fun because most of the things on all of my other guides are things that I own or someone in my family owns. This guide is purely things I'd love to receive (or buy for myself at some point). Some are fanciful, some are frivolous, and some are more realistic. 

Last year, I read data somewhere about content creator/influencer gift guides. It suggested that people shop more for themselves via gift guides and less for others. I'm really curious if you all would agree with that? I've actually had messages over the years from others where they say my guides help them know what to ask for for Christmas. This 'my wish list' gift guide is always the most popular of the year so I always try to do one now and then when we get really close to Christmas! 

Sandals// I love the look of these sandals. I'm not a big comfort sandals gal but these feel more feminine and the metallic detail makes them a little more fun. 

Bear Sweater// This is such a cute sweater. I love all of the bear sweaters but this one just seems so chic. 

Cowboy Boots// My sister tried these on in Charleston back in September but didn't end up getting them. I love the taller shaft and I haven't been able to get them out of my head since! I don't have a lot of use for cowboy boots but I feel like I would try to wear these a lot since they are so cute. I really love the red but it is mostly sold out! 

Lip Balm// The best lipbalm ever. Just trust on this. My code SYDNEY15 works for 15% off. I love their hand cream, too. 

Tennis Bracelet// I've been eyeing a white gold bracelet to wear since I'm starting to like white gold/silver more and more!

Coffee Mug// I've been thinking about this mug for years. I love to collect beautiful mugs. This is SO pricey, though, so I haven't been able to bring myself to spend that much on a singular mug. Maybe one day soon? 

Brown Belt// I got this belt in black and love it so much that I now want the brown. I don't love wearing belts as I just don't find them to be very comfortable but these are so cute, I'm willing to!

Blue Coupe Glass// Aren't these gorgeous? There are many color options but it's no surprise I love the blue. I like a coupe glass because you can use it for both champagne or a martini. 

Tortoise Toothbrush// This toothbrush is $24 which is kind of wild, but it is stunning. I never thought I'd use the word 'stunning' to describe a toothbrush. They have a bunch of different designs and a chic silver case. It's too pricey to use daily because I swap out my toothbrushes often, but I'd love it as my travel toothbrush!

Green Goyard// My sister was in France this summer and she tried to snag me a green mini tote but they of course did not have that color in stock. I was so bummed since the prices are so much better over in Europe! I love the green color so much. 

Gold Handbag// I've been searching high and low for a gold evening bag and I love this so much. I have this in beige in a larger size and love it. The quality is impeccable, especially considering the price is under $1000. They typically do a cyber week sale so I am holding off until then!

Perfume// Herringbone Rug// Lipstick// Silver Bracelet// Lip Plump

Perfume// Deeda Blair Book// Chintz Shower Curtain

Red Jeans// Artwork// Gold Earrings// Seagrass Bag

Perfume// This smells SO good. It's light and fresh and good as an everyday scent. It comes in a roller ball size, too, which is a great size for gifting! My code SUMMERWIND should work on this!

Herringbone Rug// Our jack and jill guest bathroom is kind of boring. I designed it with pale pink as an accent color and I have never really loved it. This rug is under $50 so I am thinking about snagging this! 

Lipstick// My sister just ordered this lipstick in the Sephora sale so I am copying her. I ordered the color Minx. I love all things Westman Atelier so I am excited to try this! 

Silver Bracelet// I've wanted this bracelet for a year now so this may be my end of year treat myself gift. I've been loving silver and I love how plain and simple this is. 

Lip Plump// My favorite lip product... maybe ever?! The color poppy is my go-to! 

Perfume// I first stumbled upon this perfume brand this summer in a beautiful shop and almost all of the scents smelled incredible which is kind of rare when it comes to perfume! They're showcased in the most beautiful bottle, too. 

Deeda Blair Book// I read an article a while back where the costume designer for Palm Royale was interviewed and she said she got a lot of her inspo from this coffee table book! I love a good coffee table book. 

Chintz Shower Curtain// I'm planning to go with this shower curtain to pair with the herringbone rug for my guest bathroom. It's under $100!

Red Jeans// I've been thinking about these jeans for a while. I love colored pants and this cut feels very current. 

Artwork// I've been eyeing this art for our bathroom. My taste in artwork doesn't really match my taste in decor, but I don't mind. 

Gold Earrings// Aren't these cute? They're simple and classic but more fun than a typical stud. 

Seagrass Bag// Love this bag! It's giving Hermes vibes for way less. 

2024 Gift Guides:

- For the Host and Hostess

2023 Gift Guides:

- For the Host and Hostess

- My Wish List

- For the Guys

- For the Cool Girl

- Under $100

- $100+ For Her

- Under $50 stocking stuffers for him and her

- Recommendations from my Mom!

- My Wish List Part II

- Gifts for the Pups + Pet Lovers

- Last-minute gift ideas and stocking stuffers

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Holiday Card or Party Outfit Idea

Cashmere Cable Crew (already in my closet!)// Shimmery Pants// Earrings (under $100)// Red Top

Gold Necklace (already in my closet!)// Sequin Top// Nude Pumps (already in my closet)// Floral Skirt

I fully dropped the ball on holiday cards! Usually, I have our cards in my possession at this point, and I'm just now getting around to thinking about it! There has been so much going on this fall that I just haven't even had the time to get to this point. 

Do you all send out cards? If so, have you picked out your photo and/or card yet? 

The good news is that I still have time, and instead of stressing myself out about it, I am making a plan! There is no reason a holiday card should be stressful. It's supposed to be a time-honored holiday tradition! When I get a card in the mail from family and friends near and far, I get a smile on my face, and that's what it is all about!

I put much thought into our outfits and location for our card each year. This year, I want to dress up with a 'holiday glam' vibe, so I've browsed, and the two outfits above are the ones I am considering. I haven't ordered anything yet, but I own some of the above things already!

I'm leaning toward the skirt outfit as I could also re-wear it for Christmas Eve, but I wanted to share this with you all in case you are still looking for some outfit inspo. This is a color palette I haven't yet used in a Christmas card, and I really like the glam of the metallics. I also like the black that grounds everything, and the pop of red is very holiday! 

Next, I plan to order what I decide on for clothing and then come up with a location and date for our photos. We take our own photos, making things flexible based on weather, lighting, and our evolving schedules. 

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Weekend Wish List

Black Lace Dress// Full Zip Sweater Jacket// Red Skirt

Green Necklace

Lip Oil// Small Zipped Pouch// Fringe Dress// Red Berry Topiary

Some items of note... 

- Thinking this black lace dress could be the perfect Christmas eve option and since it doesn't scream 'holiday's, it could be worn for other occasions. 

- This  Red Skirt (also comes in black) is just $40!!! I ordered both to check them out. They look gorgeous!

- I ordered this Green Necklace kind of on a whim. It's a bit pricey for what it is, but I think it's so pretty and unique! 

- This Small Zipped Pouch would make a cute gift and is just $20!

- Going to order this Lip Oil to try out as it's new from RMS! My code SUMMERWIND works on this!

- Saw a similar topiary at Pottery Barn for a lot more and this Red Berry Topiary looks so similar! 

Coat// Blackwatch Plaid Top// Blush Pink Sweater

Green Bow Mule Pumps// Gold Chocker Necklace

Bow Back Sequin Dress// Gold Clutch/Crossbody Bag

Nude Block Heel Pumps// Tortoise Phone Case// Fair Isle Sweater

Some items of note... 

- I just got this Blackwatch Plaid Top this week! Excited to try it on and share!

- This Bow Back Sequin Dress is inexpensive and so fun for a party! Perfect for New Year's which seems like a long time away but this will be long gone by then!

- This Fair Isle Sweater looks $$ but is not! A great option to wear for Thanksgiving if you tend to dress more casually! 

See last week's Weekend Wish List, here!

For your weekend reading, here are blog posts you may have missed from this week:

- Outfit of the Day: Autumnal Hues

- Gift Guide: Host and Hostess

- Christmas Ornaments

- Lately

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