The last week of the year usually passes in a flurry of parties and festive get-togethers. And while I love a party as much as the next guy, getting ready to look your best can be a little daunting, not to mention expensive. Consider a few of these tips to ensure you look like the toast of the town while spending just a few crumbs.
Go for the Gold: If you're looking to give an outfit some punch, but don't feel comfortable in a sequined dress or wearing glittered eye shadow, a tasteful pair of gold or silver shoes is a nice way to go. Payless.com has an assortment of shoes under $20, from ballet flats to steep heels and strappy sandals in between. If you're not afraid of gilding the lily, Payless also has silver and gold jewelry under $10 and metallic purses under $20.
Real Men Wear Ties: In this day of casual Monday through Fridays, it's often a nice change of pace for a man to really get dressed. Embrace the spirit of celebration this holiday with a neatly pressed shirt and a sophisticated (or fun, or bold) tie. Jcpenny.com has a nice array of stripes, solids, and patterns starting at $14. Go old-school elegant and choose a pocket square, too.
Crowning Glory: A woman's hair is the icing to her cake and holiday parties are a perfect time to show off a stylish new 'do. Take advantage of the daring accessories out there and have some fun with decorative combs, flowing scarves, or chic sticks to hold that imperfect bun perfectly in place. Forever21.com gives you options under $5, so you can experiment with different looks without breaking the bank.
Party Kit: As the saying goes, luck favors the prepared, and you'll feel very lucky indeed if a little fashion emergency pops up when you've got a party kit at the ready. Containerstore.com has On the Go Kits with dental floss, a hair band, a stain-treating towelette, a little sewing kit and some other odds and ends. It's $9.99 and comes in a cute little silver tin. Or, just throw together your own kit with sample-sized necessities and make sure it comes with you to every party.
Now all you need to do is choose a great hostess gift....
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