One of the things I love most about this time of year is having more opportunities to get dressed up. Although I wasn’t heading to a party, this outfit was fitting for a stroll around the romantic piazza of Campidoglio, a hilltop square designed by Michelangelo.
I don’t wear this faux fur leopard coat very often, but fall in love with it all over again whenever I put it on (coincidentally, this was a Christmas gift from my hubby a few years ago). Whether worn casually over a sweater and jeans or dressier with a skirt or dress, this is a piece which never fails to make me feel glamorous. 
I think this intricate archway is my favorite area inside Campidoglio–the way the light casts a golden glow on the buildings surrounding it is simply beautiful.
An extreme high waist on this pencil skirt complements the cropped jacket and lends a slim silhouette to counterbalance the bulky top portion of my outfit.
From fur, velvet, and silky textures to beaded and sequin-embellished pieces, there are countless ways to get fancy for the holidays. What’s your go-to recipe for glam?
- Coat (Ann Taylor–old; very similar option here for less than $80!)
- Blouse (Ann Taylor–old; other bow blouses here and here)
- Sunglasses (Chanel)
- Skirt (ESCADA; similar style and another budget-friendly option)
- Hosiery (Hanes)
- Booties (Tahari–old; similar here and here)
- Bag (Chanel)
- Lip (Clinique ‘Matte Crimson’)
- Nails (Zoya ‘Amal’)
Linking with The Pleated Poppy, The Stylish Housewife & Color and Grace
