Day To Night Holiday Style

We had a sudden warm up in our temperatures last weekend, which almost completely melted all of the snow we’d gotten a few weeks ago.  So, I took full advantage & got some outfit photos without coats!  Today I’m excited to be partnering again with Nordstrom to share two new looks with you for both weekend & evening.  As most of you know, I love shopping their site because shipping & returns are always free – this is a game-changer for me since we don’t have a store nearby us.  Though they carry plenty of high-end styles & designer brands, I’ve scoured their site to bring you the most affordable styles for the season!

It’s funny how just a few years ago, I only owned one cardigan and now I have acquired quite the collection.  And, for good reason – they are the easiest way to layer for warmth this time of year and Nordstrom has so many affordable options in every color, length & silhouette.  I love the cable knit detail and slouchy sleeves on this one – it also looks great with a leather belt at the waist!  Other styles I’m loving now: this shawl collar cardigan, this button-up style (love the green!), & this cozy boyfriend cardigan.  Sizing notes: I recommend going down one size in the jeans & cardigan & sizing up in the t-shirt.

Because I get so many questions this time of year about how to layer without adding bulk, I decided to share some additional outfit ideas with you in the collage below.  Just add your favorite jeans, leggings or skirts to these pairings & you’ve got an easy weekend look that will take you from coffee to errands to lunch!

What I’m wearing:
c/o Blank NYC Cable Knit Cardigan, c/o Ten Sixty Sherman V-Neck Tee,
c/o Blank NYC Skinny Jeans, c/o Sole Society Booties (another option here),
c/o TopShop Bag (similar), c/o Rosefield Watch

CASUAL LAYERING IDEAS

ONE:  Reversible Plaid Cape // Thermal Turtleneck
TWO:  Marled Belted Cardigan // Long Sleeve T-Shirt
THREE:  Buttoned Cardigan // Reversible Plaid Scarf
FOUR:  Camel Turtleneck Sweater // Striped T-Shirt
FIVE:  Burgundy Crewneck Sweater // Plaid Button-Down Shirt
SIX:  Cable Knit Cardigan // Floral Print Camisole

MY NORDSTROM PICKS

As I’ve mentioned before, when it comes to evening wear, I often prefer buying separates that I can re-style in different ways.  This cashmere-blend wrap sweater is so flattering & would also be great layered over a lace-trim camisole & paired with high-waisted jeans + heels for a casual date night.  And this satin midi skirt is a timeless wardrobe staple that I can wear a million different ways – wear it with a sequin top for New Years’ Eve, pair it with this red lace top for Valentine’s Day or dress it down with a gray fitted sweater, moto jacket & booties.  Sizing notes: both pieces run true to size – I’m wearing the US6 in the sweater (fits like a 2/4) and a small in the skirt.

If you have a Nordstrom store nearby, don’t forget that they offer free alterations – so, even if something doesn’t fit perfectly right off the rack, you can still get it tailored in time for your holiday events.  After paying for several alterations over the years, I can testify that this is a HUGE cost-savings!

What I’m wearing:
c/o TopShop Wrap Sweater, c/o Love, Fire Satin Midi Skirt, c/o BP Lula Heels,
c/o TopShop Embellished Clutch, c/o BP Crystal Earrings,
Lips: Charlotte Tilbury (Love Liberty) + Sara Happ (Rose Gold)

HOLIDAY EVENING PAIRINGS

ONE:  Off-The-Shoulder Dress // Gold Statement Earrings // Sequin Clutch
TWO:  V-Neck Bodysuit // Metallic Skirt // Pearl Drop Earrings // Mesh Ring Handle Bag
THREE:  Lace Top // Pleated Midi Skirt // Crystal Drop Earrings // Blush Box Clutch
FOUR:  Metallic Dot Blouse // Velvet Pencil Skirt // Pearl Cluster Earrings // Round Cage Wristlet
FIVE:  Velvet Off-The-Shoulder Dress // Geometric Drop Earrings // Marble Sparkle Clutch
SIX:  Metallic Knot Dress // Crystal Statement Earrings // Rose Gold Mesh Clutch

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