Dressed To Chill

Apologies for the indoor/flash shots, but my hours at home with daylight have been limited. Here’s what I ended up wearing to our department holiday party, held at the aforementioned sports bar. The jacket is a new one, a silk velvet number from Toast. I’ve been on the hunt for a velvet blazer for a few years now, but the ones I’ve tried up to this point were either too stiff or boxy (often both) or just boring. This one is beautifully soft and fluid, and features an asymmetrical closure in front.

This style seems to work very well with a curvy shape, the armholes are cut nice and high, and the peplum in back adds a sassy touch. The color is a dark pewter (listed on website as “khaki grey”) just this side of black, so it’s a bit softer than black and plays well with other colors, and the fabric has a beautiful sheen. Looks good worn open or closed.

Jeans are NYDJ “Twiggy” style (I think) from last year. No longer available but Sheri style is similar.

 

Bracelets: Stella and Dot here and here.

Earrings: kate spade.  I’ve been wearing these almost daily, as they provide a high sparkle to weight ratio.

Shoes: “Poco” from Stuart Weitzman. (I love this style, and have collected in 4 different colors/finishes in the last couple of years. For those who love the look of a classic pump but can no longer tolerate a towering heel, you must try these! Many colors are also available in Wide widths.)

I love the feel of this silk velvet! And the soft fluidity of the jacket made it comfortable enough to wear while shooting some pool…(I’m terrible at it, just for the record).

Linking up with Patti’s Visible Monday at Not Dead Yet Style.

Is your holiday party season in full swing? Do you have any favorite pieces or outfits that you’ll probably wear multiple times?

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37 Comments

  1. Très élégante, chère Madame. The velvet adds a certain “je-ne-sais-quoi” to the classical lines of the jacket. The color is so versatile it can go easily from day to night. A few baubles (such as that pretty bracelet you are wearing) would dress it up nicely. Well done! Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)

  2. I adore this party ensemble, Pseu! That silk velvet blazer is fantastic, that asymetrical front adds such flair and interest. I love the little pumps, too, peeking out from your pants. Dressed to thrill, and chill.

  3. Nice outfit! I got the silver Ralph Lauren sweater you showed a week or so ago, and it’s perfect for the not-so-fancy New Year’s Eve party that we will attend. Thank you for doing my shopping for me so that I’ll have something more festive than whatever else I would have pulled out of my closet–and it was reasonably priced as well.

  4. Love the jacket! I adore velvet but it’s hard to wear here in the tropics (Houston). We had two holiday events this weekend, and the temps were in the high 70s and humid. Ugh. Not only hard to come up with holiday attire, but a bad hair day as well. I scrapped my previously planned velvet or cashmere outfits, and cobbled together black pants, a sparkly cami from Express (I love theirs, they have every color and are always on sale), and a black lightweight cardigan with a fake fur collar. I wore the cardigan open, and it is not overly warm, so it looked pretty festive without making me sweat!

    My husband warned me that I would be overdressed for the Saturday event, his office party held at his boss’ house. And I totally was; some people wore jeans, and his boss herself was barefoot, no makeup, hair undone, and wearing a jersey print top & pants. I know, I’m judging. And I’m sure she was busy getting ready for the party & all, but geez, make an effort, people! The Sunday event was the Symphony holiday concert matinee, which was way more fashion-interesting. Some people in jeans & sneakers, of course, but many others in appropriately festive, and dressy, holiday attire. One young man in a black tux jacket with red pants amused me particularly!

    —Jill Ann

  5. You look great, from tip to toe! The shapes are perfect, and I love how it’s monochromatic — very flattering to you, I’ve noticed — but not boring. That’s because of the variations in texture, I think. That jacket would be ideal for me since it appears it would be very forgiving of my “menopot.” The problem I’ve been having with jackets is while I can button them, they!re too tight across the tummy, right below the button.

  6. This is a seriously awesome outfit! From the “nerdy” glasses to the punk influenced spike bracelet. The jacket is one of the best pieces I’ve seen in a while, Toast always has great stuff. Enjoy!

  7. I really like the color of your blazer. And that spiked Stella and Dot bracelet is awesome…I almost bought that one myself recently and now that I see it on you, I am regretting that I didn’t.

  8. You look both elegant and sexy. That is a completely amazing jacket. I’d love to find one to work into my wardrobe, too.

  9. You couldn´t have chosen wiser for your department´s holiday party.
    Enough formality, enough luxe.
    I like the asymmetry of the jacket. And what´s best – you are able to use the jacket over and over in different combinations.
    Well done!

  10. Thanks so much everyone! A few of you asked about the lipstick, it’s the Julie Hewett Gem Noir. I’ve been wearing this for both day and night, especially to help balance darker clothes.

  11. Chic alors! That is one beauty of a jacket. I love your post title. And that close-up of you would make a great book jacket pic. Incredible look and perfect for a party.

  12. That outfit was fabulous. You got the perfect mix of casual and dressy. Thanks for the tip on the shoes as well. Wide widths are so hard to find sometimes and I am going straight over there to take a look right now!

  13. Curvy shape? Girl, you’re a reed! I adore this jacket and I am most intrigued with the shoes. My new perfect height is 2 inches.

    I had a little scare with my feet a few weeks ago, thinking I may have an injury. That’s when I realized that they may be a small part of your body, but your feet are sooooo important. Fortunately, whatever it was passed and I’m back in my heels again.

  14. this is a wonderful outfit and I wanted to let you know you just got pinned to my new board Over 50 Fashionista’s. I think it’ll be fun.
    Take care and truly enjoy your Holiday Season!

  15. I adore the jacket and almost purchased one for myself…until I realized the exchange rate. Boohoo. It looks so lovely on you. Elizabeth