MEGAN AUMAN

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cozy holiday style

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cozy holiday style: blanket skirt and boots // click through to shop the look

1/ ribbed turtleneck // 2/ midi blanket skirt // 3/ long contra pendant // 4/ mixed metal stacking rings // 5/ zepia boot

When it comes to holiday style ideas, I’ve been having a lot of fun creating outfits with plenty of style. (Probably because I don’t get to wear clothes like that in my everyday life.) But there are plenty of ways to do holiday style if you’re not so into the bling. This skirt feels cozy and wintery, and when paired with a turtleneck and tall boots, will have you feeling festive and comfy at the same time.

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8 Thanksgiving outfit ideas

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what to wear to Thanksgiving dinner: 8 outfit ideas to try // click through to see all the looks

Thanksgiving can be one of the trickiest holidays to dress for. (At least it is for me.) My gut instinct is always to dress up (because it’s fun), but we typically do Thanksgiving dinner with my in-laws, who are always dressed very casually. So choosing my Thanksgiving outfit always seems to be about finding the balance between casual and dressy. (Not to mention the fact that, after eating all that food, you’ve also got to throw in the comfort factor.) Whether your style swings more towards casual or you’re looking to go just a little dressier, I’ve rounded up eight outfit ideas that would be perfect to wear to Thanksgiving dinner!

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holiday party style: metallic jacquard pants

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holiday part style: metallic jacquard floral pants and heels // click through to shop this outfit

1/ cropped sleeve sweater // 2/ metallic floral jacquard pants // 3/ contra bib necklace // 4/ faye clutch // 5/ mixed metal stacking rings // 6/ t-strap pump

I’m just going to keep designing holiday part outfits, because it’s fun! And let’s face it, how many opportunities in your everyday life do you really have to wear metallic jacquard pants?

Fun fact: jacquard is actually a type of fabric where the pattern is created during the weaving process. (Instead of printed on top.) When jacquard looms were originally invented, the design was controlled by a series of punch cards, but now they’re controlled by computers. (The invention of the jacquard loom actually pre-dates the computer by almost 150 years.) And now you can be stylish and smart at the same time! You’re welcome!

mixed metallic holiday style

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mixing metallics: holiday party style // click through to shop this outfit

1/ striped blouse // 2/ long tulle skirt // 3/ contra bib necklace // 4/ metallic clutch // 5/ mixed metal stacking rings // 6/ heeled ankle boots

I know I’ve said before that I’m not one for rushing into the holidays, but then this past weekend I went to Target and bought Christmas cards (I don’t even send Christmas cards!) and Christmas gift bags (even though I haven’t bought a single present yet!) so I guess I’m officially getting into the holiday spirit early this year! Plus, holiday outfits are the perfect opportunity to experiment with fun style ideas you wouldn’t play with the rest of the year, like mixing metals, which I promise you is no longer against the style rules. (But, depending on how old you are, might still feel a bit uncomfortable.)

casual and a little bit edgy

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casual and edgy: jeans, ankle boots, bold necklace // click through to shop this outfit

1/ two-tone sweater // 2/ boyfriend jeans // 3/ contra noir necklace // 4/ cross body bag // 5/ black stacking rings // 6/ ankle booties

When it comes to my casual style, I like outfits that have just a little bit of attitude to them. Which is why my closet is filled with distressed denim, ankle boots, and lots of black and grey. Of course, it never hurts to top off the look with a totally bold (and slightly badass) necklace!

fall style: floral midi skirt and denim jacket

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fall style: floral midi skirt, denim jacket, ankle boots, and statement necklace // click through to shop this outfit

1/ knit top // 2/ denim jacket // 3/ floral midi skirt // 4/ contra bib necklace // 5/ cross body bag // 6/ curve post earrings // 7/ ankle boots

I could totally see wearing this outfit to Thanksgiving dinner. It’s the perfect blend of dressy (with that fun full midi skirt) but not too dressy (thanks to the addition of a denim jacket) and the color palette just feels oh so fall.

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black and white bold floral coat

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black and white bold floral coat, jeans, black t-shirt, and bold bib necklace // click through to shop this outfit

1/ mixed media tee // 2/ floral print coat // 3/ boyfriend jeans // 4/ contra bib necklace // 5/ cross body bag // 6/ curve post earrings // 7/ lea wedge bootie

While this fall I’ve been celebrating my love for all things floral, my favorite floral prints will always be those that have a more modern, graphic feel to them. And this bold, black and white coat definitely fits the bill. It adds some punch to a basic outfit (like a black t-shirt and jeans) and would be perfect for dressier occasions throughout the fall as well.

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glam holiday party style

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glam holiday party style: sequined skirt and statement necklace // click through to shop this outfit

1/ sleeveless blouse // 2/ sequin pencil skirt // 3/ contra bib necklace // 4/ faye clutch // 5/ droplet bracelets // 6/ t-strap heels

I debated whether I wanted to post this today, because I didn’t want to be THAT person who starts putting up Christmas decorations the minute Halloween is over. Especially since I’m not actually that big into Christmas. I just really like having more opportunities to wear my fancy clothes, since my everyday dress is anything but fancy. (And I know there are people who believe you should just wear your fancy clothes every day, but I’m pretty sure those people don’t spend their days welding steel, where there is a legitimate concern that I could burn a hole in my clothes at any moment.) So sorry/not sorry, because I might be posting a lot of fancy outfits between now and Christmas while I get excited for the days and events this season where I get to dress up!

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13 pieces of black jewelry, from simple to statement, that you can wear every day

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13 pieces of black jewelry, from simple to statement, that you can wear every day

Halloween is a day to celebrate all things dark and spooky, and while these thirteen pieces of black jewelry fit the bill, they’re also sleek, sophisticated, and not at all creepy, making them perfect as part of your everyday wardrobe. Read on to find thirteen stunning pieces of jewelry, from necklaces to rings to earrings, that you can make part of your everyday wardrobe.

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how to make a summer floral dress edgy for fall

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make a summer floral dress appropriate for fall with black leggings, chunky ankle boots, and a leather biker jacket // click through to shop this outfit

1/ leather biker jacket // 2/ floral dress // 3/ leggings // 4/ contra bib necklace // 5/ cross body bag // 5/ mixed metal stacking rings // 6/ wedge bootie

When it comes to my own closet, I’m not really the kind of person who thinks in terms of “summer” or “winter.” (Maybe it’s because I’m not organized enough to put clothes away at the end of a season!) But this outfit proves that even pieces that feel particularly seasonal can be adapted for year-round wear. This summery floral dress becomes fall appropriate (and definitely edgier) when paired with black leggings, tough ankle boots, and a leather biker jacket.

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