Do you ever feel like you’re wearing a costume when it comes to dressing for holiday events? It can be hard to dress your personal style when it seems like everything in the stores is velvet, sequined, black, red or green. I want you to feel more like “you” this season so I’m giving you a cheat sheet to dress for the holidays while staying true to your style.
Find your style personality below and select the items that will feel unique to you. The great thing is that anything you choose to wear for the holidays will look great long into the New Year because you’re staying true to yourself. The fact that STYLE has no Size, Ager, or Price Tag was never more true than when you Get Dressed Up!
Remember, you may be a combination of more than one style personality so pick and choose to get it just right. Or, let me help you! I’m happy to help create outfits for your upcoming events.
The Luxury Peasant
There is a sense of wonder, romance and creativity in your soul. You appreciate beauty across the eras and notice refinement. You enjoyed playing “dress up” as a child and are an imaginative adult.
Others might describe you this way:
- Imaginative
- Exotic and dreamy
- Feminine-Goddess
- Magical
- Romantic-artistic
- Fairytale-like
- Enchanted
What you’ll wear to holiday events:
- Brocade pants in a spiced hue
- Tassel earrings
- Beaded silk top (looks like it could be from the Renaissance)
- Floral print ball skirt
- Slim gunmetal velvet pants (pair with a fitted sweater with tiered ruffle silk details)
The Preppy Chic
This is not LL Bean but you’re drawn to tradition. It comes naturally to you to be on time, organized and pulled together. You can find security in high quality labels and don’t mind if people notice. You prefer timelessness to “fast-fashion.”
Others might describe you this way:
- Traditional
- “On time, as scheduled”
- Proper and polished
- Attending to details
- Confident
- Crisp
- Knows the rules
What you’ll wear to holiday events:
- Red cable knit sweater over Ponte knit pants
- Tartan jacket in red and green
- A sparkly necklace that acts as a color over a jewel neck camel pullover sweater
- A pleated silver metallic middy skirt (teamed with a beaded novelty sweater and flats)
- A loose fitting cowl necked sweater in a muted pink paired with a blush pink corduroy skinny pant
The Risk-Taker
Your goal isn’t to push other people’s buttons, but to fearlessly express yourself. You’ll expand the boundaries of what’s possible. If you aren’t entirely understood by everyone, you don’t need to be.
Others might describe you this way:
- Understood Salvador Dali
- Shines in the spotlight
- Fearless
- Willing to be the first to experiment
- Playfully rebellious
- Re-inventor
What you’ll wear to holiday events:
- White sleeveless shearling coat
- Stretchy top with ostrich feathers fringing the bottom edge
- Faux fur skirt
- Leather sleeveless dress
- Crystal ear climbers that sparkle from ear lobe to the top of the ear
The Organic Fashionista
Less is more and you pay attention to form, function and origin. You are a nature lover who’s also tech savvy. You’re not afraid to pay more for a well-sourced product.
Others might describe you this way:
- Pared down
- Relaxed but alert
- Strives to avoid excess
- Lives “green”
- Nurturing, soothing
- Natural and in harmony
What you’ll wear to holiday events:
- Berry asymmetrical cashmere poncho with wooden button detailing
- Ivory oversized top that is a sweater knit on the front panel and sleeves but silk on the back
- Scoop neck stone gray sweater with subtle metallic yarn over a champagne-colored long gossamer skirt with subtle sequins and beads sewn into it (a textured column of color)
- Crochet sheath dress in a deep olive green
- Wool felt floppy hat in pine green
The Edgy Sophisticate
You live in a town, small or large, but are a New Yorker at heart—even if you’ve never been there. You have understated glamour. Your outfits always have a unique element, but you’re not seeking the center of attention. You are too busy living your own life.
Others might describe you this way:
- Classic but with a twist
- Urban connection
- Modern, doesn’t linger in the past
- Thoughtfully put together
- More sleek, less fussy
- Has a high fashion IQ with a knowledge of fashion history and its evolution
What you’ll wear to holiday events:
- Jumpsuit in black crepe with a big satin bow at the neck
- White silk taffeta wrap blouse with flowy black pants or slim dressy jeans
- Classic ivory, baby blue or black tuxedo worn with a camisole underneath or without and buttoned all the way up
- A dressy, thin scarf as an evening wrap in champagne or soft gold
- Flowy jersey duster over matching long flowy pants (the simple lines will make your accessories stand out)
The Tender Romantic
You take the time to wonder, reflect and appreciate. You’re drawn to beauty. You care deeply, feel passionately, and have a sentimental side. You want a charm bracelet more than designer tennis shoes.
Others might describe you this way:
- Thoughtful and considerate
- Loving and nurturing
- Feminine
- Soft around the edges
- Deep and dreamy
- Serene and sensual
- Cherishes memories
What you’ll wear to holiday events:
- Faux Mink collar added to a sweater or jacket
- Over the elbow rose petal pink leather gloves with a sleeveless charcoal gray silk dress
- Taupe/gray lace sheath dress with a matching satin belt
- Poncho style boxy cashmere sweater in orchid paired with a pewter sequined pencil skirt
- A pale blue layered tulle skirt with matching floral appliques
The Alluring Temptress
You are a woman who can handle attention. You understand the importance of what is hidden and what is revealed. You have a playful side, but you are a strategic thinker and planner.
Others might describe you this way:
- Evocative
- Strong
- Vivacious
- Captivating
- Womanly and sensual
- Comfortable standing out in a crowd
- Theatrical
What you’ll wear to holiday events:
- Leopard print clutch to wear for evening parties
- Black sheer long sleeved blouse with the hint beneath it of a fancy French black bra
- Deep purple leather pants
- Dramatic, frilly one-shoulder black jersey top
- Over the knee leather boots with a mini dress and tights
In closing: I love helping you showcase your personal style in outfits suited to the holidays. Share your thoughts in the comments and have a wonderful time celebrating the season!