I’m not entirely sure what day it feels like, I just know I’m looking forward to clocking out in a few short hours!
I’m planning a week-long trip back home to Kansas at Christmas so I decided to hang back in the city for Thanksgiving and I’m so happy I didn’t try to overextend myself. It can be a lot trying to make it to see everyone (I’ll literally be going from one end of the state to the other to make sure I get to all of my family and friends next month as I suffer from FOMO and haven’t quite mastered the switching off every other year thing…I come from a split family!). I’ll be filling the rest of the week/end with lots of blog work, a #planksgiving hi def class, dinner and drinks with friends, and some much needed downtime!
I can’t get enough of the Christmas trees going up around the city, they make me downright giddy! (This is my second favorite time of the year in Chicago). My calendar quickly started filling with holiday parties as soon as November hit and so far the highlight was the Waldorf Tree Lighting Ceremony. The entire night was so well done and gave me the little boost I needed to get this round up finished!
I don’t think it’s necessary to go out and buy a whole new wardrobe for the holiday season, but I do think it’s fun to give what you have a little refresh! All of these pieces can be mixed and matched with what you already own.
Before we dive into a few holiday party outfit ideas, I wanted to let you all know the big Shopbop sale of the season is happening right now! Basically, the more you spend, the more you save. Just use code MORE18 when you checkout. If you’re looking to make a major splurge on holiday heels, I can’t stop thinking about this pair. SO gorgeous. And don’t even get me started on these silver mules. Loeffler Randall can do no wrong in my eyes. Their gift guides are worth shopping, too. I loved looking through the team’s holiday picks!
I love the idea of this sheer bodysuit tucked into a plaid skirt with a pair of over-the-knee boots! If you’re looking for something a little more conservative, an over-sized sweater works too.
This peplum top would be so pretty with a pair of black skinny jeans (I have these and wear them every other day!) and a fun pair of heels! I’m really big on layering this time of year and like to wear a sheer turtleneck under a sleeveless dress matched with a festive crossbody bag.
It doesn’t get easier than a little black dress, a velvet clutch, and a fun pair of shimmery earrings. When it comes to other jewelry, I don’t stray too far from my favorites. I’m almost always wearing this gold bracelet and I’m dying for this diamond eternity ring to be mine – so timeless! Oh, and can someone please wear these hair bows so I can live vicariously through you? I seriously contemplated not chopping my hair off last weekend just so I could!
I can’t express just how thankful I am that you read my blog and follow along with me, it means so much. To kick off a few giveaways I have planned for the coming weeks, I’m going to send one of you some of my favorite products from bareMinerals to help you get ready for all of your festive fêtes! Just tell me what (or who!) you’re thankful for down in the comments, and make sure you’re following along with me on Instagram. I’ll choose a winner Monday night!
Whatever you’re up to these next few days, I hope it’s the best!
If you’re looking for more, my wish list is right this way. See you back here for a round up of the best of the best when it comes to Black Friday!
SHOP THE POST:
White Sweater (this is another great option!) // Plaid Skirt // Plaid Bow Flats // Bow Heels // Velvet Bow Hair Tie // Little Black Dress // Plaid Flats // Satin Peplum Top // Loeffler Randall Mules // Kate Spade Bag (comes in more colors here! There are also tons of Kate Spade bags marked down on Shopbop) // Kate Spade x Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish Set // Geometric Hoop Earrings // Velvet Clutch // Monica Vinader Bracelet // Diamond Eternity Ring // Red Hair Bow
SHOP MORE HOLIDAY PARTY OUTFIT IDEAS HERE:
Love all these outfits!
I am so thankful for my family’s health this thanksgiving. My dad had a bad injury this summer but he’s much better and i can’t wait to spend time with him!
Have a great holiday!
I am thankful for you my beautiful friend! You are always an inspiration and are always someone I can count on for EVERYTHING! I cannot wait to see you in a month and I love love love you!
Thanks for reminding me about the Shopbop sale! Cheers to a relaxing Thanksgiving in the city for you. Enjoy it girlfriend!
This year, I am so grateful for any amount of financial security that much of the world doesn’t have that allows me more freedom to pursue things I enjoy and am passionate about. Being grateful for that can often manifest in giving back to those who might not have the same opportunities!
Love the outfit ideas! You give me inspiration. Can’t wiat to see you next month!! Xoxo
Also, I’m thankful for my kiddos! They make my world go round!
I’m thankful to have YOU as a friend! I’m thankful we can stay in touch despite the distance. It just makes the reunions that much more insane! You crazy for this one!!!
I’m thankful for my kids!
I will forever be thankful for a happy, healthy family and my beautiful friends! Love you! Xoxoxo
I’m thankful for a job I enjoy, a loving family and most of all sweet lil Charlotte!
Im thankful for YOU! 💕 and all my other friends and amazing fam bam 🙂
I am thankful for my life, so grateful, thank you for sharing.
I’m thankful for my two great kids and wonderful friends.
I’m thankful for my health and my family.
I’m thankful for my puppy!
I am always thankful for my Husband, that my parents are still with me and this year our new love our puppy Gibbs.
I’m thankful for my health! Some health issues in my family have made me more grateful for my own physical and mental health this year. It’s easy to take our abilities to move, be active, and feel good for granted until we don’t have them anymore.
I hope you had a great Thanksgiving! xo
I’m thankful for my little family of me and my husband & our sweet golden named Charlie!! This has been a hard year in some ways but coming home to them is the best medicine!
I’m thankful for friends who have become family! Moving to a new city is tough, but having a supportive community makes it worthwhile. I celebrated Friendsgiving this past weekend and it was everything I needed to kick off this holiday season on the right note 🙂
Thankful for the amazing family who support me, not just daily, but hourly. I wouldn’t be where I am without them ✨❤️
Thankful for my health, friends and family that I get to share special occasions with! And grateful for all the travel opportunities I was able to encounter this year!
I’m thankful for having my sister and niece back in DC with the family this Christmas – they moved home from CA this summer and it’s been the best! I’m also thankful for my career and looking forward to new challenges in 2019!