Style & Beauty
Cool Accessories to Complete Your Every Holiday Look by Leslie Fain
“Holiday dressing has everything to do with accessorizing,” said Lauren Flurry, owner of LuLu’s Downtown in Lake Charles. “Adding a pop of color or print to your look is all you need.” She suggests jazzing up your holiday office party outfit with a leopard, chevron, fringe, crochet or bold-colored scarf. If your party outfit is neutral, go with a bold color such as red, pink or purple, according to Morgan Smith, assistant manager for LuLu’s Downtown. “If you are going with a brighter color, go with neutrals like tan, flax or white, something that will contrast with what you are wearing.” You can go from the office party to dinner with friends or a night
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out by swapping out your scarf for a cardigan or poncho. Flurry says ponchos and cardigans are musthaves this season. “They are a perfect transition from a day at work to a night on the town. Just add a piece of jewelry for an elegant evening look.” For an evening holiday party, a special piece of jewelry that is a conversation starter is a good investment, said Flurry. “Statement earrings are the best for balancing an outfit and calling attention to the face and hairstyle.” “If your outfit for the evening is simple, a statement necklace is a great way to draw attention,” said Smith.
Christmas is the time for an array of family get-togethers. For casual get-togethers like these, Smith said headbands are both fun and chic. “Bring a little hippie style to any event with a linked, bedazzled, solid, braided, or printed headband.” Looking ahead to New Year’s Eve, the perfect accessory is a clutch. “With New Year’s Eve, you always want to bring something to the table with sparkles,” said Smith. “The perfect way to kick your cocktail dress up a notch this holiday season is with a sparkly clutch.”
Thrive Magazine for Better Living
December 2013