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Deck the Halls with Festive Frocks

It’s here! The season for holiday soirées is upon us, and with it the opportunity to trim our trees with ornaments and trim ourselves in festive frocks that are just perfect for this jolly time of year.

Today I’ve pulled together five lovely outfits from Anthropologie to offer you some inspiration for finding your own unique style as you step out for this party season.

The Dress: Lasercut Sheath, The Earrings: In Rome Earrings, The Handbag: Nicolette Box Clutch, The Shoes: Converged Bow Peep Toes

The Dress: Goldleaf Cocktail Dress, The Earrings: Southbound Plume Earrings, The Handbag: Genji Deco Clutch, The Shoes: Sweetheart Vamp Pumps

The Dress: Paisley Scroll Dress, The Earrings: Polished Planes Earrings, The Handbag: Jewel In The Rough Pouch, The Shoes: Sheer Scallop Peep Toes

The Dress: Mirela Silk Dress, The Earrings: Brae Dew Drops, The Handbag: Sea Mosaic Clutch, The Shoes: Pointed Cutout Wedges

The Dress: Heian Sheath, The Earrings: Kretsa Chandeliers, The Belt: Frayed Grosgrain Belt, The Handbag: Eminonu Clutch, The Shoes: Hearted Wingtip Mary-Janes

Not content simply to play dress-up on paper, my friend Jenn and I decided to transform our recent tree-trimming party into what my English cousins call “a fancy dress party.” Here are two of our favourite Anthro frocks on two real-life friends who delight in the details of these gorgeous garments as much as we do in the details of the ornaments we placed on the tree.

PHOTO BY GABRIELA HANSEN


PHOTO BY GABRIELA HANSEN

As a girl with curves, I typically choose a fit-and-flare shape over a sheath dress in order to accentuate the positive while…well…not over-accentuating the especially curvy parts. But this Lasercut Sheath won my heart with its delightfully modern and feminine details. I just had to give it a try. The great news is that it also won over my girly hips with its charmingly subtle and stretchy side panels! I love the visually lengthening centre column of the delicate cream laser cut-outs contrasting the backdrop of subtle pin-dot black fabric. The knee length silhouette adds to this dress’ truly classic and elegant finesse. I have no doubt it will be a staple in my “occassions” wardrobe for years to come.

PHOTO BY GABRIELA HANSEN

I just love the way the warmth of this Goldleaf Cocktail Dress compliments Jenn’s creamy complexion and lovely red locks. The details are rather spectacular. The belt of this sequined dress looks like a laurel wreath of honour wrapping around her waist, and the Southbound Plume Earrings were truly made for this outfit.

PHOTO BY GABRIELA HANSEN

With the weekend upon us, I’m sure many of you will be getting ready for your own social calendar of festive events. I have no doubt that {with Anthropologie‘s help} we’ve solved your “what to wear” dilemna today! Wishing you the loveliest time of connecting and celebrating with friends and family at your holiday gatherings this year.

Many thanks to Anthropologie and to Gabriela Hansen for her photography.

xo
s.

Sources of Inspiration | KRAVET + ANTHROPOLOGIE

People often ask me where I start when designing a room or a home. The starting point is always as unique as the project, but in every case, it’s about inspiration. Inspiration can come from almost anything, but all good designers will have amazing trade-only resources that offer exclusive products that are simply unavailable to the general public. One of my favourites is Kravet, a fourth generation, family-owned, high-end fabric company that also offering trimmings, wall coverings, rugs, home furnishings and accessories. They sell to the design trade only and are always my first destination when searching for fabrics and wall coverings that will bring a space to life. Here are a few shots of a recent trip to their Toronto showroom.

SOUTHBOUND PLUME EARRINGS – Anthropologie

LACED DELPHINIUM BLAZER in navy + SUNBLAZE LACE SKIRT paired with the UNDERGROWTH TANK in navy – all Anthropologie.

Summer’s trend toward lace is still holding strong for the Fall. I just couldn’t get enough of it with this outfit and decided to go for broke with lace-on-lace. I love the feminine edge it gives to this professional look. Navy is also still going strong both in fashion and interior design this season. The combination is on-trend without feeling too much somehow. Bold yet sophisticated. Totally Anthro.

One of the reasons I adore the team at Kravet is that they always go above and beyond to make me feel at home. Val was a most gracious hostess to us as we drank in the creativity of the new collections in their beautiful Toronto showroom.

I fell in love with these beautiful durrie rug samples.

Goldenrod Leather Laser Cut-Out Handbag – Anthropologie

I love popping into the city for the inspiration and adventure that await. There is a hum, a buzz to life in Toronto that is contagious. I always leaving dreaming a bit bigger and swimming with ideas. This trip was no different.

I hope today’s taste of fashion and design left you inspired to travel into the big city in search of new looks for both closet and home. Would love to know what you find!

xo
s.

All photographs by Gabriela Hansen

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