ZARA – DB Styles

I don’t want to assume that every girl out there is in the same situation as me, but I am pretty sure in about 2.5 days we all will be in the I-have-nothing-to-wear state of mind. With all the food devoured and all the soul cycle classes skipped (because you were too busy shopping those online sales) that sequin mini dress you pledged to wear at the start of 2016 might as well wait out another year/ another New Years resolution.

And then, there is this whole new sleuth of fabrics and trends one can choose from this year making things even worse. With Velvet making a come back, metallics staying ever strong and sequins never left the scene, what should one settle for?

I have narrowed down to 5 trends I am nodding towards this NYE:

Metallics
Velvet
Fringe
Sequin
Feather

Metallics:

(Top: J.Crew, Skirt: & Other Stories, Shoes: Jean Michel Cazabat, Necklace: J.Crew)

Pair the trend with classics like pumps and a basic turtleneck. And since its your final good bye to 2016 might as well add that little oomph and put on your favorite statement jewels.

Shop the trend:

A.L.C Bobby Pleated Lame Midi

DvF Heavyn Metallic Pleated Midi

Miss Selfridge Silver Metallic Pleated Skirt

Zara Metallic Fine Pleated Skirt

Velvet:

(Top: Zara, Shoes: JCrew, Jeans: JCrew)

Velvet is definitely fabric of the year and there is no denying it has taken over all our closet staples from joggers to shoes. Play up a velvet top with a pair of printed booties and cropped flared jeans.

Shop the trend:

Topshop Polly Bardot Velvet Top

Vince Hald Sleeve Jewel Neck Velvet Tee

ASOS Velvet Wrap Tea Blouse

b.Young High Neck Velvet Top

Zara Velvet Top

& Other Stories Graphic Devore Blouse

Fringe

(Dress: TART Collections, Shoes: Jean Michel Cazabar, Cutch: Zara)

Fringe instantly takes us back to the 70’s and can easily become too costume-y if taken too literally. Since we will be celebrating New Years and not Halloween its crucial to keep the accessories minimal and more modern to avoid any further confusions on your sartorial status.

Shop the trend:

Aidan by Aidan Mattox Fringe Sheath Dress

Joie Sanibel Embellished Fringe Trim Dress

Herve Leger Fringe-Hem Embellished Knit Bandage Dress

Misguided Peace and Love Fringe Dress

Zara Fringe Top

Sequin:

(Dress: Elizabeth & James, Shoes: Zara, Bag: Emilio Pucci)

The number one trend for all New Year Eves is metallics. When all else fails, sparkles it is! Why not pair it with metallic accessories and basic heels to keep the bling under control.

Shop the trend:

Zara Sequined Dress with a V-Neck

Zara Sequin Slip Dress

Hailstone Heritage Racerback Sequined Sheath Dress

Elizabeth and James Tank Dress

Elizabeth and James Danya Metallic Mini Dress

Feathers:

(Skirt: Line & Dot, Sweater: JCrew, Shoes: Jean Michel Cazabat)

Surely my favorite! Pair a feather skirt with a classic slouchy sweater (brownie points for winter friendly attire) and a pair of booties or classic pumps. Or why not go all out and wear a fully feathered dress, after all it is the last thing you will wear in 2016.

Shop the trend:

Keira Ostrich Skirt

Carolina Herrar Feather Trimmed Knit Top

Michael Kors Feather Embellished Chantilly Lace Mini Dress

Jason Wu Feather-Embellished Voile Skirt

Alice + Olivia Cina Feather Mini Skirt

So what will you be wearing this NYE? 🙂

I was on a mission this winter. And the mission was to own the most comfortable, warm and pretty shoes that last me all winter and I was not going to give up or give in! This mission of course started with these eye catching Sam Edelman booties.

The process of buying these shoes went so:

week 1: “Omg I love these! But do I really need them”

Week 2: “Let me add them to my Shopping bag”

Week 3: “Crap they are sold out! I wish I bought them. Let me get on Pinterest and see how good they look on all these Street Stylers.”

Week 4: “Man I’ll never find the shoes I love ever again”

Week 5: “They are back in stock! Thank you that one person who returned them (I doubt your taste, but thanks!)” In my shopping back and Checked out.

SO for the rest of you, I am going to compile a sweet list of brocade shoes that currently exist in my shopping bag and I could not buy because I’ve already clicked checkout on my one beloved pair.