The holiday season, no matter how you observe it, invites us to make life special. Not complicated. Not perfect. Special.
What I’m learning is the best celebrations aren’t about doing everything. They’re about doing what matters.
This is your permission slip to strip things down to their essence.
To ask yourself:
What actually creates meaning for me?
What traditions feel like obligation rather than joy?
What have I always wanted to try but felt hemmed in by “the way it’s always been done”?
Maybe you skip the ornaments this year and hang dried citrus instead.
Maybe you say no to the party that drains you.
Maybe you finally host the intimate dinner you’ve been imagining.
The magic isn’t in doing it all. It’s in choosing what matters and letting the rest go.
Pay attention to what feels lighter this year. Some of those changes might become your new traditions. Not because you had to pivot, but because you discovered something better.
Quick question though . . .
QUESTION :: What rhymes with HOLIDAYS?
ANSWER :: Champagne!!!
Make sure you have plenty on hand.
Here are my 5 favorite tips for your personal style this holiday season.
(photos : PINTEREST)
MY 5 FAVORITE
PERSONAL STYLE TIPS
AT HOME HOLIDAY ATTIRE
A silk slip dress with a slim V-neck sweater or a soft chunky sweater and ballet flats are great for at-home holiday attire.
LIGHTEN UP
Try not to wear all black this holiday season. Although chic, it’s too serious for the holidays this wackadoodle year. Try to bring color into your outfits with scarves, jewelry, sweaters or blouses. However, limit your color palette to just a few. You don’t want to look like the gifts under the tree.
JEWEL TONES
A simple outfit with silk pants and a blouse can be elevated even more with a cashmere shawl in a deep jewel tone.
NECK + DECOLLETAGE
Cashmere turtlenecks are kind of a great idea. They highlight your face and minimize the concerns over your neck and decolletage.
AT HOME LUXURY
Velvet slippers are the ultimate at-home luxury during the holidays.
♡xo
