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Dressing For The Office Christmas Party
How to go from 9-to-5 to "after 5" - in a flash!
It's 5 o'clock - but it's not quitting time. Instead, it's the
holiday office party . And if you're like most women it's an
event that can leave you shrugging your shoulders and wondering
what in the world to wear.
Complicating matters further: When you don't have time to stop
home and change - and must go right from a day behind a computer
to a night of champagne cocktails.
But before try to spend the day doing spread sheets in a
sequined tank top and glittery tulle skirt listen up: With just
a little clever accessorizing you can turn any typical work
outfit into a classy party look. Where do you begin? By starting
your day with the most basic wardrobe essentials - a black or
other solid color suit or dress. Or, if you wear slacks to work,
choose a pair of solid trousers and matching color sweater.
Now if you're thinking that so far, this doesn't sound very
festive, hold on - because the magic is about to begin. Waving
the wand is the power of accessories - the best way to go from
daytime to nighttime in a flash!
To help you get started: Here are 10 super CountryDutchess tips
that can turn any basic work attire into a glamorous night time
look .The best part: You can carry the entire transformation in
a plastic baggy stashed in your purse!
1. Never overlook the glam power of a great pair of earrings.
And, the more dramatic the better. If you always wear nothing
but small studs or tiny hoops, here's a chance to wow colleagues
with your style by choosing a dramatic pair of Boho chandeliers
or a dressy crystal drop earring. It's instant glamour for even
the simplest dress.
2. Fill in your neckline with color and light, adding either a
sparkly lame scarf, or better still, a crystal necklace in a
shimmering gold, silver or bright color. This will bring both
light and color to your face and dramatically change your
overall look.
3. If you're not the necklace type jazz up your look with
several brightly colored crystal pins. But skip the Christmas
trees, wreaths that light up when you pull the string and Santa
Claus faces. Instead chose one, large glistening crystal pin
reminiscent of a snow flake and surround it with several smaller
styles in colors that match either your earrings . . .or your
eyes!
4. Bracelets can also add instant glamour but this year the look
is to wear them in multiples in different textures and colors.
If you start with a few crystal beaded designs, you can then add
a metal bangle or a dress watch into the mix for a look that is
eclectic and casual, yet festive.
Push up the sleeves on your
jacket or sweater, to give bracelets maximum exposure.
5. Another great "glam" look this year is matching cuff
bracelets, one for each hand. To create the look for less, skip
the expensive precious metal and gemstones and opt for costume
cuffs set with faux stones.
6. Remember those plain black pumps that carried you up the
train steps and down the hall all day long? Glam them up as well
with this year's hottest new style accessory - shoe clips! From
floppy chiffon bows, to glistening crystal flowers, to tailored,
gold or silver insignias, you can quickly turn a plain pump into
a designer shoe - and take your entire outfit to a whole new
level in the process.
7. Finish off your look with one, fabulously large cocktail ring
- a great fake won on any finger. Indeed, the look this year is
"You've got it, so flaunt it" style - using large center stones
to create a big presence on even the tiniest of hands. But
remember, just one is all you need!
8. Nothing screams "day at the office" more than a clunky, large
tote bag -and it can ruin an otherwise perfect evening look. To
keep that from happening, pare down the essentials you normally
carry and take only the things you really need - like a driver's
license, credit card, cash and keys. Then tuck in a small
evening bag. When party time arrives, transfer the essentials to
the smaller bag and tuck the tote in a desk drawer or locker and
retrieve it the next day.
9. When it comes to glammjng up your makeup, don't try to redo
your entire face. Instead use only a few products to add accents
of glamour - like a frosted lipstick, an extra coat of mascara,
and just a hint of frosted powder or blush (not both) on the
very tops of your cheekbones and around the perimeter of your
hairline. Remember, you don't want to look like Tinkerbell - so
use a light hand.
10. For instant party hair, pick up one of those fabulous new
clip-on chignons - faux hair that attaches to your own hair with
a secure butterfly clip. If you have long hair, pull it back in
a bun or pony tail and clip on the piece. If your hair is short,
tuck in the ends with bobby pins and clip the chignon at the
base of your neck , Add those glamorous earrings and you'll have
instant ballerina glamour - chic, sophisticated and stylish!
For more fashion tips - and the latest on trend fashion jewelry
visit http://www.CountryDutchess.com
About the author:
Victoria Winston is the style director of CountryDutchess.com, a
premier online source for fashion jewelry and accessories. For
more tips visit http://www.CountryDutchess.com
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