All the Sparkles

This holiday season and this year’s holiday celebrations will most likely be unlike any others we’ve ever had. In my household, we’re struggling with not participating in our typical Christmas Eve events, which brings me great sadness but I remind myself there will be lots of future opportunities. This is one year in the big scheme of things. So what do you wear for a different kind of celebration or a more low key event staying home. I’d suggest wear what brings you joy and makes you the most happy. For me, it’s sparkles! So when we landed on this months theme, I did a happy dance! All things sparkly bring me great joy and help me to feel most myself! I’ve actually made a point of having some sparkle in my daily outfit the whole month of December. And by the way, why limit sparkles to only December?! I say sparkle away all year long! What’s the saying? “When you look marvelous, you feel marvelous! And I feel marvelous!”

Rhinestone Sweater

This sweater is lined with rhinestones and sparkles so beautifully! The pictures just don’t do it justice! I opted to pair it with my paper bag high waisted silver shimmery pants, which I got in the spring for such a great sale price I just couldn’t pass them up. I added my silver pumps and drop earrings to easily complete the look. I must mention that this outfit is very comfortable while looking super fancy!

This sweater can easily be worn with other bottoms and, therefore, doesn’t look quit as fancy. Pairing these faux leather cropped flair pants is another way this rhinestone covered sweater can be worn. The cropped flair pants are also very comfortable. White/cream faux leather is a nice switch from the typical black although they also come in black. You can get this whole look in black if a cream/white color isn’t for you. I wore this look in my last blog post when I interviewed Karen of K.Hollis Jewelers. (To read and watch that blog post, click HERE.). A rhinestone covered sweater seemed like the perfect option to go to a jewelry store for an interview. Would you agree?

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Sparkly Sweaters

There are so many sparkly sweater options that at times it’s such a challenge for me to walk away! LOL Sweaters and sparkles seem to call my name and catch my eye. In my defense, it’s sweater weather much of the year here in Illinois and I don’t mind sparkling all year long!

It was easy to switch my embellished sweater to this fair isle sweater and the silver pumps to my cream colored booties. The sweater has metallic silver and gold for more of a subtle sparkle. I like winter white or cream especially as winter can seem to linger on and be dreary. This sweater comes in three color options. This particular one is called Vanilla Bean Combo.

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Sequin Sweater

The look on the right is from last year although I’m wearing it again and still loving it this year! I love it so much that I purchased almost the identical look on the right this year. Both sweaters are embellished with colorful sequins that play in the light and sparkle beautifully! Both pairs of pants are velvet. The red pair is from Banana Republic. The pink pair is from Macy’s and also come in red. My plaid boots with rhinestone covered heels are Betsey Johnson from last year. This year the plaid boots have black glitter heels. The glitter belt on the left is from Amazon. The colorfulness, embellishments, and textures keep both looks festive and fun! I’ll wear them all winter long and of course the sweaters and pants can easily be paired with other things in my closet!

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Sequin Joggers

Since we’ve spending far more time at home and our holiday plans are looking much different than in past years, I know that many prefer to be comfortable and want to wear leisure looks. How about a super comfy pair of joggers covered in sequins?! I think it’s the perfect combination of comfort but make it fancy!

This hoodie sweater is soooooo soft! It has statement sleeves for some added interest and details. These high waisted sequin joggers are also very comfy and don’t have the scratchy feel that some things do that are covered in sequins. I’ve paired the look with booties but you could also wear sneakers or slippers! Cute, comfy and fancy … the perfect combination for this holiday pandemic style! I’ve also worn the sweater with brown leggings and a plaid jacket. Both the sweater and the joggers can be worn so many ways!

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Embellished Hoodie

Wear a hoodie but make it fancy! The minute I spotted this hoodie with rhinestone embellished buttons I knew I had to have it! (It also comes in cream.). It meets the criteria of keeping it comfy and casual yet adding an element of fancy! Yay! I opted to pair it with my sequin leggings from my closet. I even added my rhinestone headband. The headband is extra special because I originally wore it when we renewed our 25th wedding anniversary vows! I added my glittery Vince Camuto boots and voila…comfy yet fancy!

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To dress down this hoodie, I also paired it with my faux leather joggers and my rhinestone embellished combat boots! I like the sassiness of this look! It’s comfy, more casual and a little sassy! This joggers are seeing a lot of use and go with everything! Maybe Santa will give me a ride on his motorcycle!

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All the Sparkles of My Fellow Lifestyle and Fashion Blogging Friends from Around the World

Amy – Amy’s Creative Pursuits – Since Christmas will be spent in the comfort of our home this year, I decided to create a comfy casual yet sparkly outfit at the same time.  I paired comfy jeans with a sequined tank and then I added even more sparkle and shine with jewelry and fun gold sandals.

Suzanne – Ask Suzanne Bell – This holiday, our activities may look different than seasons past, but we cannot give up and let the Covid steal our sparkle.  These days, running errands, baking, picking up take-out, or binge-watching classic holiday movies on the couch are opportunities to swap out the yoga pants for something more festive in order to feel a bit more put together, and in the spirit of the holiday season. By swapping out a plain white tee for this thrifted sequin rocker tee and velvet duster, I felt a whole new level of festiveness.

Nina – Sharing a Journey – It’s that time of year when glitter and glitz, sequins and bows can and should be worn daily!  Hop over to lift your spirits and add a little glitter to even the smallest of things.

Nancy –  Nancy’s Fashion Style – I’ve been looking for a perfect gold sequin top for months now but can’t find it! So annoying! However….I do have this gorgeous rose gold shiny metallic kind a skirt. Very glowy and perfect for the holidays with a gorgeous black blouse and black heels. But for now I am wearing it for these cold days before!

Andy – Pearls and Pantsuits – I’ve had this jacket for a while and just love the subtle pop of sparkle on the sleeves, so when I found the fully sequined top at TJMaxx I just knew it would work well with that jacket and so many other things in my closet! It’s a lovely rose gold color and is lightweight enough for our warmer Louisiana winter weather. I adore sparkle! Give me all the sparkle! 

Nicole – High Latitude Style – Being a dancer sparkle is my thing. Can you imagine a ballroom gown without Rhinestones or sequins? Of course, the sequins also can be worn at day. 

Shelbee – Shelbee on the Edge – I recently found this sequined mini skirt on a thrifting adventure for something sparkly for another style challenge. I ended up wearing something different for that one so I was excited for this style theme to wear the skirt. I added my floral sequined boots, a leopard print sweater, and my faux fur coat (also thrifted) with statement gold jewelry for my shiny festive outfit in black, tan, and gold. It never hurts to add some sparkle and shine to our days! Happy holidays!

Ada – Elegance and Mommyhood – This has been the year of rediscovering my closet – COVID and all – so I am wearing an outfit featuring pieces I have owned, like this fitted cropped beaded+sequined hot pink tank top styled beautifully with a maroon shimmery tweed skirt (love that asymmetrical ruffle). I went for a monochrome look by pairing it with these cranberry studded suede booties. Between the top, my rhinestone hair clip, my jewelry and my gorgeous gold tree I got a lot of sparkle in this look. Tis the season to Shimmer and SPARKLE!!

Michele – On Instagram as Seechele_styles My Sequined top is thrifted, the camo joggers are from Walmart and my sneakers are from SHEIN.  It’s a party on the top, and casual on the bottom, showing you can mix it up.

Emma – Style Splash I bought this “Golden Girl” sweater last winter, and when it popped up in an Instagram memory I thought it would be perfect for this theme. It seems I’m not the only one who loves it because I’ve seen several celebrities wearing it on TV in the last week. True to the slogan I had to add more gold; I finally managed to get hold of these gold boots after patiently waiting for months for them to become available on eBay in my size (they sold out very quickly in Zara). I think they were worth the wait!

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