It's Christmas Eve Eve and I still haven't decided what I'm wearing for all our Christmas celebrations. Now that we're all vaxxed and boosted we're having a more "normal" Christmas this year with a Christmas Eve celebration at my parents and Christmas Day at Grandmas. 

I thought I would take a glance back at old Christmas looks to see if they spark some inspiration.

Christmas 2019

Christmas 2018

Christmas 2017

Christmas Eve 2017

Christmas 2016

Christmas Eve 2016

Christmas 2015

Christmas Eve 2015

Christmas Eve 2014

Christmas Eve 2013

Thanksgiving look number two! Although, technically, this was the first one I wore. This was my outfit on actual Thanksgiving day at my parents. We had a small gathering with just the immediate family. Then on Saturday we went to my Aunt's for a slightly larger celebration. 

I was surprised to realize I haven't worn this Saint Laurent blouse and burgundy velvet skit together before. Both of these have been holiday staples over the years so it was only natural to finally pair them. Also broke out one of my favorite pair of shoes for the first time in quite a while.

Blouse: Saint Laurent silk patchwork blouse (eBay)

Peep-Toe Boots*: Alexander Wang suede Freja boot in brick red (The Outnet) 

Skirt: LC Lauren Conrad Velvet Pleated Skirt c/o Kohl's

Purse: Wink & Winn (giveaway, no longer in business)

Necklace: Olive Branch Pearl Stilvi Necklace, bought in Santorini 

*Note: There was a version of these boots made for an H&M collaboration a few years after I bought mine so make sure you're getting actual high end ones if you want to recreate this look in the same quality. Or if you want a budget version, go for the H&M pair, just make sure you don't overpay for those! (I noticed one site had the H&M boots listed for almost $400)

 

I've had a version of this outfit saved as a photo on my phone since 2017 (was one of my options for this trip to the pumpkin patch) and FINALLY wore it. I just never had (what seemed like) the right occasion. This year I decided to wear it for Thanksgiving! In my original idea I had a plain black long sleeve shirt and different black boots but I switched it with a v-neck and over the knee boots. My original boots were more durable for walking around the pumpkin patch but since I'd just be hanging out inside I could switch it up!

It was probably not the smartest choice for a day full of eating, though. The shorts are high waisted and very tight with not much give so they're not great for sitting. Or eating tons of turkey. But, hey, at least I looked good!

Of course it was SUPER cold and windy when we took these photos. So pardon if I look frozen.

Sweater: Everlane 'the cashmere crop v-neck'

Tweed Colorblock Shorts: Proenza Schouler (Roundabout) - buy the matching jacket here

Boots: Audrey Brooke 'Mirie' (DSW)

Bag: Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Sac D'Epaule (HauteTrader)

Necklace: Acanthus Jewelry 'Gemma'

I successfully made it through Black Friday/Cyber Monday/Sale weekend with no purchases making November a no spend month! I did buy a few non-clothing items but nothing too crazy. A L'or de Seraphine candle (sold out sadly) from Neiman Marcus when I was buying a Christmas surprise for the family and I finally splurged on an Always Pan during their $99 sale. It came just before Thanksgiving so I haven't used it yet, maybe tonight!

THE (modified) RULES

1. Be mindful of purchases 
2. Quality over quantity
3. Basics are best

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. mīere the label Women’s Cotton Knit Sweater in Terracotta ($68.87 including shipping)
2. Vintage Disneyland shorts with embroidered Mickey pockets ($20 via Poshmark, used ad money)
3. Old Navy EveryWear Printed V-Neck T-Shirt in leopard ($3.58, retail $10)
4. Old Navy Luxe Printed High-Neck Tank Top in Olive Green Botanical ($4.78, retail $19.99)
   

1. FRAME Denim Le Skinny de Jeanne Crop in Sunnyside ($30 via Poshmark, retail $189, $18.67 after ad money)
2. Old Navy First-Layer Slim-Fit Rib-Knit Tank Top in Crimson Cranberry ($1.78, retail $6)
3. Old Navy High-Waisted Textured Twill Shorts in Copper Moon ($7.18, retail $29.99)
   

Shoes:

1. Splendid Harvest Mules in Tiger/Cheetah Print - also here ($25.80 via eBay, retail $118, used ad money)
2. Teva Original Universal Sandals in Boomerang Pink Lemonade ($42.50 via Shopbop, used partnership money)
   

Handbags:

1. Prada Cahier in 'Viola' purple via Vestiaire Collective ($1488, used bag savings account)
   

1. None yet

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. Target "All in Motion" Zip-Front Racerback Laser Cut Back Detail One Piece Swimsuit ($34.99)
2. Old Navy High-Waisted Cropped Leggings in Raisin' Arizona ($5.98, retail $14.99)
   

Gifted from Brands:

• Vintage Emerald Cut Ring - London Blue Topaz c/o Aurate ($50 after gifted amount)
  
• Infinity Hoop Earrings - Yellow Gold c/o Aurate 
• Pearl and Gold Bar Duo Stud Earring - Rose Gold c/o Aurate  
• Simple Pearl Bracelet - Rose Gold c/o Aurate  
• Midi Stackable Twist Diamond Ring - White Gold c/o Aurate 
  
• Stackable Twist Ring - White Gold c/o Aurate 
  

Spent in November: $0

Spent in 2021: $232.96

Finally getting around to posting photos from Halloween, just in time for Thanksgiving. We enjoyed a perfect Dall day in the park. The trees were definitely showing off and the park was very crowded! Luckily we found a quiet corner to take some photos in. I've had this sweater since May 2020 but this is the first time it's getting outfit photos not taken in my closet. I even wore the same jeans this time because they're the perfect match.

A very similar version - higher neck, slightly different owl and a little darker - is available on eBay or Vestiaire Collective. It's actually the one I DIYed years ago. Sadly, it's not as good of a deal as I got.  I still can't believe the seller let it go for $75. WOWZA! According to the eBay listing they "bought [it] from Net-a-Porter for £1595. This piece sold out almost instantly and is now an iconic, almost impossible to find Burberry Prorsum collector’s item."

Sweater: Burberry beaded owl knit (eBay)

Jeans: rag & bone high rise ankle skinny jean in burgundy

Bag: bought in Venice

Ballet Flats: Chanel caviar leather 'Cap Toe Ballet Flat' via eBay