Outfits Not Just Clothes

 One last party outfit that I would have worn this holiday season if times were not so socially distant.  dress-Saks off Fifth(more options here ), pin- Amazon , tights- Target , heels-DSW(similar here ) The details of this dress, with its texture and scalloped hem are just right for holiday season and perfect for a winter LBD. I love the idea of playing up the cutouts of the hem with a boldly hued tight and matching heel for a long and lean look. When you think of Christmas broaches or pins, the standard fare comes to mind of snowflakes, Santas, holly, etc. But the red trim of this ribbon makes it holiday appropriate, even though an insect is an unexpected adornment to say the least.   Continuing to post these mirror selfies, two things I've realized. 1. I need to clean my mirror, and second, I need to maybe not center-part my hair, or figure out some different lighting.  Going makeup free may not be the best idea... oh the vanity of it all. 

It's been chilly, snowy, and slushy here in the 'Burgh aka typical winter weather. And with slush and the muck snow boots are de rigueur, which puts a damper in my regular shoe game. So, here's a look back on some past shoe shots from some of my favorite outfits! On dry winter days, you can bust out some fun booties, like this leopard pair layered up with tights AND socks.  Red heels in sunset! Wedge boots in high def from Zara ! Some fun and functional bright kicks from Old Navy Had to include this shot of my peacock backed tights from ModCloth , who needs a statement heel with these hose?  Basic, yet chic Mary Janes from Nine West Patchwork suede boots from DSW Longing for spring looking at these pink loafers via DSW .  KILLAH platform stilettos from Forever 21 ! Bird printed ankle-strap pumps from Asos .  Another statement heel from Asos .  Extreme closeup of some bright pumps!  My trusty p...