t+j designs Style Challenge: Holiday Outfit

So at the last minute I have decided to enter the t+j designs style challenge.  I wanted to restyle this statement necklace for the holidays as I almost always wear it with a LBD for parties.  
*I apologize in advance for the quality and size of the photos, if I had more time I would have used a better camera and edited them.

Here's what I came up with...

Silk Blouse: Banana Republic, Pleated Skirt: Moon, Heels: Vintage YSL, 

Bag: Vintage, Headband: Aldo necklace (shown in first pic above)

Bracelets: Van Heusen and DIY, Rings: Aldo and Gifted, Earrings: Forever 21

Firstly I wanted to incorporate color because as mentioned above, LBDs are my go to party outfits.  I chose this teal silk blouse as jewel tones are perfect for the holidays.  I paired it with a pleated (hard to tell in photo) black skirt to balance it out and added the electric blue pumps for an extra pop of color. 

To change up the necklace I turned it into a headband as my black hair is the perfect canvas.  Initially I tried to use it as is, but since it's layered it wouldn't sit flat against my head.  Instead, I wrapped the necklace around a thin white headband which turned out even better!  I love how it looks like beads are intertwined with the chains.

Man I have a lot of flyaways! 

To keep the focus up near my face I decided against a necklace and wore simple pearl studs.  I added some simple bracelets and rings (sorry I forgot to take a close up them).  To balance things out I kept the chunkier bracelet and ring on one hand, and thinner ones on the opposite.  Here's a look at all the jewelry minus the studs.  I used different shades of gold to mix things up.

I love the overall look, it's perfect for the holidays.  Can't wait to wear this to some parties in the next few weeks:)


Loving the t+j designs style challenge,
Amy

Beauty Break: Subtle Glittery Nails

The glittery nail trend has been going on for a while, whether it's glitter on the ring finger, all over, or on the tips.  Right now I'm loving this combo of Rimmel Lasting Finish Pro in Gold Silk and Pa gold glitter nail polish (Random Japanese brand from my sister).  They give my nails a nice subtle sparkle which is perfect for work.

I started by painting on two coats of Gold silk (I like my base to be darker, but you can just paint on one coat for a more sheer look).  It's hard to tell in the photo but the color is actually more of a rose gold <3

Then once completely dry, paint on one coat of gold glitter nail polish (sheer).  Let dry and finish with top coat (I use OPI).  I also like to use drying drops to speed up the drying time, drip dry by OPI.  That's it! I love how the look changes in different lighting.

I'm thinking of mixing up the shades of metal and glitter, and trying some of the other trends too.  What's your favorite nail trend right now?


Loving Subtle Glittery Nails Lately,
Amy