CLASSY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!
The holiday season is fast approaching and this year make sure it is warm, jolly, and, of course, classy. Take a look at this guide for tips on how to make this the best holiday season yet!
What To Wear:
Holiday parties happen once a year. Who wants to look back at holiday photos and regret their outfit choice? This year, dress warm, trendy & classy. Keep your gear winter appropriate.
-Ladies, velvet dresses are everything right now. Not only are they warm, but they are also classy. Remember to stay within your budget - Charlotte Russe has 3/4 sleeve velvet dresses in dark blue and burgundy. Forever 21 is also selling them right now.
Wool sweaters & tights are in. The right pair of patterned tights can really spice up your outfit! You also can’t go wrong with pairing a simple black dress with a stripped blazer or different colored vest. The holiday season is the only good excuse to wear sequins, but don’t over do it. If you wear a shirt with sequins pair it with some basic bottoms, and vice versa. You don’t want to be mistaken for an ornament.
-Guys, leave your fitted hats and printed tees in the closet. A nice cardigan, button-up, or vest paired with a nice pair of slacks or jeans (depending on the party) always looks great together. Try adding some subtle holiday colors to really get in the spirit!
Deck the Halls:
Since it’s chilly outside, your home (or dorm) should have a warm feel to it. If you want to keep it traditional, go with ruby red decorations. Buy a white tree - it stands out more. Poinsettia flowers are the perfect decoration and match the holiday spirit. If you want to spice things up, replace the red theme with purple, pink or turquoise. Target has a huge selection of cool ornaments in different colors. Add a table runner, a center piece, lights and voila!
‘Tis the Season for Giving:
Be thoughtful and take pride in buying your gifts. People can easily tell if they were just an after-thought, and nobody wants to feel like that. Buy presents for the ones that matter like close family members, your best friends, boyfriends & girlfriends. Maybe even a co-worker, boss or professor who has helped you or inspired you recently.
Pay attention to what your friends like. Listen out for hints. For example, if you are at the mall together and your friend really likes something and doesn’t buy it, go back to the store and get it. It shows that you really care and are listening. Being thoughtful doesn’t mean you have to break your pockets. Small gifts such as the new Kanye West album or a MAC lipstick aren’t expensive but are thoughtful. Be creative! Some of the best gifts are homemade personalized gifts such as picture frames, jewelry, decorated t-shirts, etc. If all else fails and you don’t have time to go shopping or can’t figure out what to buy, you can always stick to gift cards.
Party Etiquette:
If you’re invited to a friend’s holiday dinner or employee party, don’t arrive empty handed. Bring a bottle of champagne, home-made dessert, a nice flower arrangement, or offer to cook something. This is the most festive time of year full of parties and gatherings so make sure you enjoy it! At employee events, remember to keep it professional. Even if everyone around you is drinking, stay away from the open bar. You want to leave the party with your job!
Underneath the Mistletoe:
You already know what this means. Let’s just say “keep it classy, not trashy!”
Be Thankful:
Sometimes we forget what the holiday season is really about. We get so caught up in the partying, the thrill of shopping and decorating that we don’t take the time to think about the less fortunate. Make a stranger’s holiday a special one by opening your heart. All malls and grocery stores have Angel Trees - where you buy a child something they have always wanted. You can also donate food or clothing to help out. This is what truly makes your holiday one to remember.
(Broadside Paper)
