Well Folks…it’s that TIME of YEAR again! Tis the season to be Jolly Sparkly, and what better way to shine then the Holidays! Who wouldn’t want to look Rich, Shiny & Festive…like the wrapping paper we chose for our friends and family.

Now we all know this time of year calls for BIG TIME statement fabrics. I’m talking sequins, silk, lace, crushed velvet (Don’t judge me); not to mention the once a year glitzy glam statement jewelry option for those of you “conservative” individuals that like to sit on fashions “SAFE” seat at the Company’s Corporate Holiday party (sparkling water for you all night). TRUST me…there is definitely nothing wrong with that!

If there is any tip to dressing for special occasions, the first key is to be comfortable and confident. Ladies, if you’re going to do it BIG and go for the little shimmy/sequins/lacey number, be sure to wear little to NO accessories…and please make sure it fits! There is nothing worse than tucking and pulling on your dress all night.  Fellas, please make sure the style and cut of your blazer/jacket fits you. There’s nothing worse than having your sports coat/jacket/blazer being too big or too small!

Please know that you (and your budget) do have options. Whether it’s a couture high-end designer such as Stella McCartney or a super affordable retailer like Forever 21, you’re guaranteed to look like a Sparkling Harry Winston cuff bracelet wrapped with a bow on Christmas morning!! (Could you tell that’s on my wish list…hehe).

Nonetheless your style should reflect your mood (tis the season to be jolly) so enjoy with loved ones and friends! Hope you enjoy the Holiday collections from Zara, H&M and Topshop along with  festive individual pieces that we LOVE! Remember, tis the season to be Sparkly…Fa-la-la-la-la as you swipe that credit card! HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!!

Images above:
1) Topshop 2011 Holiday Collection – http://fashiongossip10.blogspot.com/2011/11/fashion-craving-topshops-holiday-2011.html
2) Zara Holiday 2011 collection – http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/home/us/en/zara-us-W2011
3) H&M Holiday 2011 Collection – http://www.designscene.net/2011/11/hm-holiday-campaign.html
4) Dresses from L-R: Motel Rocks “Freya” Faux Fur crop jacket $150 needsupply.com; Azzaro draped red dress $895 mytheresa.com; Tibi Leather tuxedo jacket $495 net-a-poter.com – All looks from www.elle.com
5) Dresses from L-R: Phillip Lim Dress $975 at www.barneys.com; Mango sequin dress $339.90 shop.mango.com; Dolce & Gabbana dress $1,349  mytheresa.com
6) Holiday Jewelry Mix-1st 4, Michael Kors jewelry michaelkors.com. Other pieces are Topshop Jewlery from www.topshop.com
7) Holiday Jewelry Mix – from L-R: ASOS Beaded collar necklace, Dannijo collar necklace fashionologie.com
8)  L-R: Tibi sequin dress shopbop.com; Porter Grey sequin dress $775 shopbop.com;  H&M black sequin dress $59.99 at Hm.com for stores. All items from marieclaire.com