One quick reminder to myself: It’s a theme, not a costume.

I was off work all last week, so this was my theme the week before Christmas.  I wanted to have very Christmas-central, celebratory outfits for this week, but not so far that I’m in a Santa suit.

This is the week I’m sad I’ve never purchased any of those metallic, pleated, accordion skirts I always see at Anthro or Kate Spade during the holiday season (skirts in question below)

 

Also, one thing became abundantly clear to me deciding outfits for this week. I really hate bright, true reds and black together. It feels schmaltzy and kitschy and mini-mousey. I’m sure someone can wear black and red together in a way that I don’t hate, and I’m sure I have worn and will wear them together in the future. But in general, I find this color scheme over-done and boring. However, since Christmas colors and my own standard color palette leanings are red and black, respectively, it became tough to avoid. I did my best, though.

Monday

I’m a dang ole Christmas tree. I loved this.

 Top: Thrifted, Skirt: J.Crew, Shoes: Marc Fisher, Bracelets: Banana Republic

 

Tuesday

 Dress: J.Crew, Cardigan: Banana Republic, Shoes: 1.State, Necklace: No idea

Wednesday

 Top: Either my mother or grandmother’s, Blazer: Doc & Amelia, Pants: Spacegirlz, Shoes: Madewell, Necklace: Thrifted but old J.Crew

 

Thursday

 Dress: Asos, Shoes: Calvin Klein, Belt: J.Crew

 

Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.