Christmas and the holiday season is a great time to celebrate fashion!  The feel is warm, festive, sexy, cozy and happy.  You can equivocate that with your outfits.  Especially as you’re attending company and friends and family holiday events, you can make your wardrobe speak the warmth that you are feeling.  Here are five holiday trends and looks that you can wear this year; stand out at that party and really shine, ladies.

The metallic liquid and/or sequined piece is a holiday key item.  The leggings, top, s kirtor even the dress really WOWS and dazzles to dress up your holiday attire.  You can play this up or down and wear it a myriad of ways.  Check out some great metallic liquid options and see which style works best for you.   Look at the flirty and fun metallic dress by Metal Mulisha.  At a mere $46, I love the lace at the bodice, the elastic under the bust and the crest detail at the hem.  It’s a really nice touch.

Or how about the Allen B By Allen Schwartz one shoulder metallic dress with the ruffle accent cut across the dress?  This is a very sexy option and works for nearly any body type. At $39.99 this really can’t be beat.

A fabulous plus sized option that works with boots, ankle boots or strappy glittering heels is the Calvin Klein metallic cowl neck sweater dress. It’s a great investment that can work for this season and beyond for $104.

The Victoria’s Secret liquid leggings fall just under forty bucks and are worth every dime.   Love love love that they aren’t the sweaty latex material- they pull on easily in a poly/spandex blend and will really help to form your shape.  The mid rise will ensure that your leggings aren’t falling down as you walk (haven’t we all had that pair that dip just a little too low and will inch down a little bit, especially if you have a curvy backside)  Look sleek, long and sexy.  These can easily be paired with a simple black top and looks great with a slinky, drapy and kimono like top of any kind and color.

Victoria’s Secret also offers a luxe cotton/spandex (again, easy on, easy fit but looks absolutely dramatic and sparkly!) metallic black and gold shimmer legging.  At $39.50, no one will know that you got these at an absolutely steal.

You can really knock em’ dead in these dazzling sequin pleated harem pants in gold by Michael Kors.  These pants are worth the investment of $169.  They can be worn a ton of ways, even to the office with a crisp collar shirt and ankle boots, or strappy sandals and a silk sheath in a vibrant pop of color like mango as we move into the spring.  I love the fit and drape of the pant as well as the deep pockets.  A fitted plunge or v neck top and even a nice belt under the bust will really add some further depth to this look.

Definitely wear your hair up or to the side softly with these pants to take elegance and pizzazz to a whole new level.   Look lean, put together and accentuate this look in simple jewelry pieces like a wrist full of gold bangles, gold hoops and a clutch.  Glam it up even further with a deep red shade of lipstick for some extra wow factor.  Just remember to go soft and subtle on the eyes with a light gold shimmer lid and liquid liner, if desired.

The Karen Kane liquid cowl neck drape top pairs with skirts and pants alike. Try satin tuxedo pants for a polished evening look.  Pair it with a tulip skirt and some hot ankle booties to make a strong, on trend fashion statement.  Its subtly toned feel is great to wear from work to an evening out.  The drape fits wonderfully and gives a great silhouette overall. It’s also a great piece for hiding problem areas.

The jacquard luxe metallic, cotton and silk blend skirt from Ann Taylor falls just under $100 and can go with short or long boots, fun sleek or chunky platform pumps and even a cute pair of ballet flats for a more casual feel.

Demand attention the moment you step out in this Victoria’s Secret cheetah print metallic ruched skirt.  It fits like a glove and is extremely sexy and sleek.

Find yourself at a classic cocktail or evening affair?  Take the fall maxi skirt to a whole new level with the Calvin Klein fully lined glimmering maxi sequin skirt.  This shimmering skirt dramatically skims the body with flair and glamour.

Don’t forget those final accessory touches like a sequined scarf tossed effortlessly around the neck. I love the Color Craze all over sequin wrap for $30.  How about a sequined wristlet?- Go tone on tone to match your metallic piece like this Jessica Simpson cutie at a mere $38.  (Goes perfectly with those Michael Kors Harem Pants!!)  Take it up another notch with a jazzy color like the magenta Jessica Simpson clutch with gold hardware and mirror rivets or boldly accessorize with the cheetah print version.  I would snatch both at just $39.95 apiece!!  What great gift options, too!!

Or, if you want to be subtle in your wardrobe but dazzle with your accessories, you can wear all black (or white) and shine and shimmer with jewelry, accessories and shoes.  One of my favorites are the 2 Lips Too Too Shine pumps, especially in this bold and eye catching shade of royal blue.  (Also available in black) They are a sure crowd pleaser with all over sequins, a peep toe, dramatic black ribbon and 5” stiletto heel.  The price?  Just under $50.  Make sure to sign up for DSW rewards for further deals and incentives like $10 reward certificates just for shopping!

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