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DRESS: E’s Closet Boutique/ BELT: exact from Anthropologie unavailable; similar, BCBG/ SHOES:Β Christian Louboutin, Saks; similar, Steve Madden, Nordstrom/ CLUTCH: Nancy Gonzalez, FarFetch; similar, Nordstrom/ EARRINGS: Corrinne by Emily Maynard for Towne & Reese/ BRACELETS: Bethany (two stacked on left) and Morgan (on right) by Emily Maynard for Towne & Reese/Β PHOTO CREDIT: Lauren Jackson Photography

It’s Officially October.. So It’s Pretty Much Christmas, Right?

October 1, 2013 by emily 31 Comments

I Β admit that I can be a bit dramatic, but I’m a girl so that gives me a “get out of jail free” pass once in a while right? Well, I was talking to my friend and said, “Can you believe it’s almost Christmas?!” Obviously they laughed because it’s barely October, but I feel like once you see your first Halloween decoration the holiday season is basically here and the months fly by. So that technically means it’s almost Christmas, right?

That got me thinking about Christmas parties, New Years Eve…. maybe even Valentine’s Day if I’m really reaching. In all aspects of my life I’m not the best planner except for when it comes to what I’m going to wear. In that area, I like to be prepared! So, I wanted to come up with some different outfits that will save me from wearing the same typical/boring outfit me and every other girls wears to every holiday party.
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I love adding belts to outfits because, just like jewelry, you can take a basic dress and really dress it up and completely change it’s look. I added this ribbon belt to my dress from E’s Closet BoutiqueΒ (they have the cutest dresses at super affordable prices!), some sky high heels that I can barely walk in, a hot pink clutch, and I’m ready to walk (slowly) out the door! I’m also wearing the Corrinne earrings from my jewelry line that I absolutely love.. They have a “Great Gatsby”/ vintage vibe!

What do you all think? What are some other ways to dress up your favorite basic dresses?

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: combinations, date night, Emily Maynard for Towne & Reese, fashion, JEWELRY, style, what to wear

Comments

  1. Ashley says

    October 1, 2013 at 1:48 pm

    This dress is gorgeous Emily!! Love the yellow bow in the back and I love the pop of pink you added with the clutch, so pretty!

    Xo,
    http://www.sicerelymissashley.blogspot.ca

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  2. Christina Storm says

    October 1, 2013 at 1:49 pm

    Absolutely love this look! You look gorgeous!
    I totally know what you mean! I love fall mainly because it means Christmas is just around the corner… well that and the cool air, pumpkin spice lattes, and football! Love your style Emily! Such an inspiration! πŸ™‚

    The Style Storm
    xo, Christina

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  3. Lauren says

    October 1, 2013 at 1:55 pm

    Emily,

    In your opinion, what is the biggest “no-no” for Holiday Party wear?

    Reply
  4. Maria says

    October 1, 2013 at 2:05 pm

    I Love the outfit! I love the strong and beautiful colors and the belt is so awsome =) I like all the diamonds and glitter on it. Have a very good day Emily!! Hugs from Maria =)

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  5. S.H. GRAHAM says

    October 1, 2013 at 2:41 pm

    Love the dress (esp. the color), love the belt and you look beautiful. But, I hesitate to say it, I think the dress is just a tad too short!

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    • emily maynard says

      October 1, 2013 at 7:10 pm

      Thank you! I also didn’t realize how short it was until I saw these pictures. Maybe next time I’ll throw on a pair of tights!

      Reply
  6. Katherine says

    October 1, 2013 at 2:46 pm

    Love this dress! And you are so right about belts, they really do take an outfit up a notch. I think I need to start investing in some!

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  7. McKenna Bleu says

    October 1, 2013 at 3:18 pm

    Love this look Emily!! You are totally right, belts are the perfect accessory to any outfit! I have always admired your style and I may be a little bias because I’m a fellow Charlotte girl & fashion blogger myself. I think my love for tutu’s & cats is one style you would adore!

    http://www.McKennaBleu.blogspot.com

    Xoxo

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  8. Pam says

    October 1, 2013 at 4:29 pm

    The outfit is adorable but the stretched photos are really not necessary. You look fantastic without having to be stretched out of proportion. I would just stick with a la natural.

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    • emily maynard says

      October 1, 2013 at 7:09 pm

      Stretched out pictures? They look normal on my computer. Are you looking at the site on a phone?

      Reply
  9. chantel kazemi says

    October 1, 2013 at 7:03 pm

    emily love the dress! did u tailor the dress to be shorter or is that the natural length? also when is ur holiday collection coming out? so excited!

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    • emily maynard says

      October 1, 2013 at 7:10 pm

      Thank you! I didn’t tailor this dress at all. And I’m not sure yet but will keep you updated! xo

      Reply
  10. jennifer says

    October 1, 2013 at 7:17 pm

    I love the dress and the fit!! πŸ™‚ what size did you get if you don’t mind me asking, I’m thinking about ordering it!! xoxo thanks

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  11. jennifer says

    October 1, 2013 at 7:18 pm

    What color of tights would you put with this dress?

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  12. Sam says

    October 1, 2013 at 7:42 pm

    I love the belt, didn’t see it on the website πŸ™

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  13. Anais says

    October 1, 2013 at 8:36 pm

    I recognize those shoes from your After the Final Rose outfit! I love those Art Deco earrings, I’m adding them to my list. Any idea whether you’ll still have the original collection pieces available after your new seasonal collection comes out?

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  14. Susan says

    October 2, 2013 at 12:33 am

    You look absolutely stunning. Great outfit. Work it classy girl! πŸ™‚

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  15. Tracy says

    October 2, 2013 at 1:50 am

    LOVE the dress and the belt combination! Beautiful colors and still bright for Fall.

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  16. Alicia says

    October 2, 2013 at 3:30 am

    So elegant, Emily! Can I be your assistant!?

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  17. Emily says

    October 2, 2013 at 4:52 am

    Her look is perfect. Not too short at all. Emily you got the rule of thumb down pat. Its totally okay to show leg if you are covered everywhere else. And this dress does exactly that. Plus it’s also a looser fit so it’s totally perfect. Along with your accessories. And thanks for the tip for that website! And by the way
    your absolutely stunning in those stretched out pictures πŸ™‚ haha <3

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  18. Tracy says

    October 2, 2013 at 3:01 pm

    I LOVE the length and the color!! It is very balanced & classy! Beautiful!

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  19. Stacia says

    October 2, 2013 at 3:59 pm

    I was wondering if turquoise was acceptable in the fall!!!! I see you pull it off without a hitch! Do you think that fashion rules are falling by the wayside? I know you can wear WHITE after Labor Day now, black to a wedding. What about funeral attire, is it inappropriate to wear colors to a funeral. My husband said I needed to tone down an outfit, what do you guys think????

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  20. Joseph says

    October 2, 2013 at 7:00 pm

    Wow.

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  21. Jess says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:18 pm

    Emily you are so pretty! Love your outfits. Can you show us some outfits that you would wear during the day maybe running errands or lounging around the house? I’m home w/my kids and love your style and would love some cute outfits for doing nothing!! lol….

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  22. Karsyn says

    October 3, 2013 at 5:07 am

    I love accessorising but when it comes down to it I never know how much non-matching is too crazy. I love fun pieces but never know how mix and matchy to be. Fashion help please!

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  23. Cait says

    October 3, 2013 at 4:47 pm

    The belt is from ANTHROPOLOGIE!! πŸ™‚

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  24. Caroline says

    October 9, 2013 at 7:32 pm

    Ahhh – I am in love with this purple dress! The color totally pops out – perfect for fall.

    xoxo
    http://rubiesemeralds.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  25. Kat says

    October 11, 2013 at 4:21 am

    I love this look, you look so beautiful and the color of that dress, really pops! Love it! Looks like it’s a very nice material also.
    Plus, I’m not even starting to praise your belt, gorgeous! Have a great day Emily!
    xo

    Kat

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  26. stargirl says

    October 13, 2013 at 12:00 am

    Firstly, the dress is not too short unless you are a total prude! If you’ve got it, flaunt it and you my dear have got it! And you manage to flaunt it without looking trashy – you always look elegant, classy and fabulous. I adore your style and your blog has inspired my wardrobe πŸ™‚
    P.S I love the earrings – they are on my must-have list!
    P.S.S Joseph seems like a stalker…

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  27. Amy says

    October 23, 2013 at 2:08 pm

    Where is your exact dress from?

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    • emily maynard says

      October 23, 2013 at 7:51 pm

      E’s Closet Boutique

      Reply

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