I love the Holiday Season and holiday dressing is one of my favorite things.
The holidays are the PERFECT time of year to combine new, old, vintage and designer into a fa la la tastic look.
Holiday dressing doesn’t have to be ALL over-the-top kitsch (aka ugly Christmas Sweaters and Tinsel Crowns) it can also be chic and subtle.
Try taking a current trend and incorporating it into your holiday look.
Folkloric details such as embroidery, ruffles and high necklines are truly having a moment right now. Fashion inspired by the artisans of yesteryear has been spotted everywhere from Paris to Milan with luxury brands such as Gucci reviving folksy fashion elements.
Folksy details create a rich color story with fabrics that look as if they’ve been woven by hand and embroidered with care.
I personally am totally digging this vintage revival and something about it makes it PERFECT for holiday dressing.
It was love at first sight for me and this Unique Vintage dress.
When I first saw it I thought “Hello, Patsy Cline”.
…but once it arrived I realized that this dress is even more amazing and so much more versatile than I originally thought. When paired with my favorite Christmasy-red vintage Pendleton cape it takes on an oh-so on-trend Austrian folksy Christmas vibe. The green sleeves contrasting with the red cape framing the floral embroidery creates a chic vintage holiday mood.
Now all I need is a little snow and a one horse open sleigh to make the season complete!
How will you incorporate a current fashion trend into your holiday dressing?
What I’m Wearing: Unique Vintage Black & Floral Embroidery Long Sleeve Flare Dress | Donald J Pliner Jorie Velvet Bootie | Kendra Scott Color Bar Ring | 1960s Vintage Pendleton Wool Cape (similar found here)| Nude Fishnet Tights |
Click to SHOP some of My Favorite Folksy Finds PERFECT for Holiday Dressing:
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I really love the boots and the coat. You look really great on that outfit.
Thank you so much! The boots are my newest find and they are sooo comfy!
That cape is so stunning! I’ve been living in a bright red sweater from H&M lately, though I have added stripes and dark denim to make it a little more subtle and not too Christmas-sy!
xo Jaime
Angloyankophile
Sounds Perfect!
The black dress looks really pretty, and I love the flowery decorations on it too. 🙂
Thanks Patricia!
SO IN LOVE with that DRESS girl! You look amazing, as always 😉 <3
Awe thanks babes! xoxo
Omg you look so amazing in that dress! So cute for the holidays!
Thanks Tyler! Happy Holidays!
So the details on this outfit are EVERYTHING and that coat is on my dream coat list now!
Courtney Bentley || http://www.courtneyvioletbentley.com
This is one of my prized vintage finds! I snagged it while working on a period movie in LA
I love your cape and it matches with your boots so much. Great outfit.
Thank you so much!
I love this. I have a red tank top i wear every Christmas and i love it. I like your red jacket too maybe time for an upgrade for me !
Using color is a fun way to get festive without being crazy lol
I love your red cape coat so much I could literally cry. Like stop being so fab Christie, no wait…don’t stop! I love your blog too much. ????
Awe thanks Jeanette your camel coat and my cape should hang out something and be fab together. lol
You look really adorable, nice outfit.
Thank you Happy Holidays!
I love that coat. You look so great in your outfits! Happy Holidays!
Awe thank you so much! Happy Holidays!
I love how subtle and nuanced your description of the outfit it. Gorgeous ensemble you’ve put together here. Great job!!
Jessica CK || Cubicle Chic
http://www.mycubiclechic.com
Thanks so much Jessica!
That is such a pretty dress! Xoxo
I’m obsessed with it!
I really love this outfit. I says holiday but doesn’t scream it.
Awe thank you! Happy Holidays!
I love the details on your dress and your jacket is fabulous! Such a unique and lovely look for the holidays.
Cheers, Sarah Camille // SCsScoop.com
Thanks Sarah! Happy Holidays!