Poly..huh?

Ever trying to find an outfit for an event, Polyvore makes that possible. You will find things from Polyvore that are pinned onto Pinterest. The Polyvore website makes it possible for you to design outfits, there is a entire database of tops, jackets, bottoms, bags, shoes and accesories. It allows you to dream up outfits that you would like to wear.

Screen shot of Polyvore website

This is also a great website for all those fashionistas to be creative and design different outfits and share them with others. There are many different kinds of styles that you can choose from. Depending if its punk or if its more classic you can design it. In addition to being able to design an outfit, it can be bought as well. When you scroll over an item that has been placed on the board it shows you the information such as designer, price, and website. Yet, it can be very addictive once you start designing outfits and get in the swing of how things work.

Holiday Gifts

There are many gift options this year but trying to find gifts for girls can be hard. A girl is always looking for new and interesting things each holiday. There are some gift ideas that are fit for fashionistas and the preppy girls in the family. There are many gifts that range from low prices to high prices as well. The gifts can also be paired with everyday clothes, so that way you know the gift will be used and not just shoved under the bed or into the closet.

Bags are always a great gift for girls depending on how much you are wanting to spend. There are always simple bags from Target that are sophisticated and can be worn with everyday wear or while out to dinner. As well there are many girls who are now carrying tote bags as their school bags, from high schoolers to college girls. Some of the more famous ones that have been seen are tote bags from Jon Hart and Le Pliage Tote Bags for Longchamp. The bags from both come in many different colors and the bags from Jon Hart come in many different styles while the Longchamp bag is simple.

Longchamp bag in black

Shoes are another great gift option for the girls in the family because there are many different types. Depending on the season there are many different shoe trends but during the winter time and especially in December riding boots become very poplular. There are riding boot styles that mimic the designer ones that are available at Target. Some of the more expensive options include Tory Burch riding boots and Tory Burch Reva flats. Riding boots and flats are good for the winter time because they are not open and keep feet warm. Boots are great because you can wear them so many different ways. They can be worn with jeans tucked in or can be worn with dresses. When you wear it with a dress it's best to wear tights underneath, but make sure they match the boots and the dress.

Tory Burch riding boot

Also there are plenty gifts for girls who love monograms. If monograms are unfamiliar to you its quite a simple concept to grasp. A monogram is a girls initials which includes her first name, middle name, and last name, but is structured by first name, middle name, and last name. The monogram can come in many different script styles and on many different items. A website that has many different types of monogrammed things is Marley Lilly (www.marleylilly.com). From monogramed clothes to monogramed jewelry, its hard not to find something for her that she will love.

Monogrammed Black Fleece Vest from Marley Lilly 

And last but not least jewelry, a major fashion statement. In the past couple of years statement necklaces have become a big topic on television and through magazines. Yet, up until recently many statement necklaces were expensive and unaffordable. Many of those ranged from  80-100 dollars, but now there is a cheaper option for getting designer looks at a discounted price. There is the bubble necklace that was made famous by J.Crew and has now been replicated for a cheaper price. These bubble necklace can now be found on various websites along with Etsy (www.etsy.com). The bubble necklace is a statement necklace because of the many colors it comes in and the ways it can be worn. It can be worn for a simple day out, paired with jeans, a tank, flats, and throw on the necklace and out the door.

J.Crew inspired bubble necklaces

Dressing for the Holiday's

The holiday's are a time for getting together with family and enjoying the time spend together. Also it's a time when you get to dress up and sparkle. Depending on where or how you will be spending your holiday there is always that one outfit that can make you shine.In addition there are some simple clothing choices for guys as well.  You can dress dressy casual, or get all dressed up for a holiday party.

If you want to dress dressy casual then there are a few options that you can choose from. Usually dressy casual looks like you aren't trying that hard yet it looks nice and sophisticated. Pairing jeans with riding boots can make an outfit look dressy in an instant. During this season peplum tops have become famous and are fancy enough to wear for a casual get together.

Peplum top with riding boots

And for dressing up during the holiday's a major fashion statement is wearing either gold or silver sparkle dresses. The sparkle dresses catch the light and are simple yet fabulous all at once. If wearing dresses arn't comfortable then you could settle for a sparkle skirt and pair it with a nice top.


Lauren Conrad in silver sparkle dress

The top should be simple so that it doesn't clash with the sparkle of the skirt. In addition when wearing anything sparkly, jewelry should be kept to a minimum and shoes as well. The sparkly dress or skirt should be able to speak for itself.

Lauren Conrad in pink sparkle skirt

If sparkle isn't right for you then there are many other options. A fitted dress that is either gold or a burgundy works really well for winter and for the holiday season.

Lauren Conrad in gold dress

And last but not least the guys. Guys always have it easier but wearing the right thing makes all the difference. For a guy a nice pair of slacks, yes jeans could work but slacks make a difference. Pair the slacks with a dark colored button up oxford polo. Also, depending on how dressy the event is a bow tie or a tie would look great.

No matter if boy or girl, fancy event or casual event, anyone is bound to shine this holiday season!

Kendra Scott Jewels

Jewelry is an accessory that can dress up an outfit or be given as a gift. Everyone knows about the basic kind of jewelry such costume jewelry that you can find at a store and then the higher end such a diamonds. There is finally a type of jewelry line that is in the middle of those two. That jewelry comes from designer Kendra Scott who has a flagship store in Austin, Texas. She has gone on to build a store in Beverly Hills, California and in Rice Village, Houston, in addition she is in the progress of building a store in Scottsdale, Arizona. As well her jewelry is sold through stores such as Nordstrom and Nieman Marcus.

Owner Kendra Scott

Her jewelry is functional enough to wear with a t-shirt but to also pair with a beautiful dress. The necklaces, earrings and the bracelets are detailed and genuine stone is used. Although you may have to pay up to afford the jewelry. A simple pair of Danielle earrings will cost about $50 all the way to necklaces that cost $200. In addition, she has a color bar which allows customers to design their own pieces. There are preset items that a customer can add their favorite color of stones to and make it their own.

Pair of Danielle earrings with Goldstone

She has become famous through shows such as Good Morning America and her jewels were used during the Circuit of the Americas F-1 race. Although her jewelry is worth quite some money there are many chances that she offers a 20% off deal on her website, especially during the holidays. As well she is involved with charities and enjoys giving back to the community.