Sometimes we're too busy wrapping, shopping, cooking, working, driving, cleaning, washing, and taking care of everyone else to get ourselves into the holiday spirit.
Think popping a few holiday treats will fill you with festive glee? Noooo, just calories. Try a few fast fashion fixes – or even just one — to jazz up your holiday mojo.
Add Sparkle: Rhinestone jewelry is the quickest way to add holiday style sizzle. You must have a little in that jewelry box already, even if it's vintage paste from your great aunt. Throw a necklace or some earrings on even with a cashmere sweater and jeans – it'll put a sparkle in your eye as well as around your neck.
Nude makeup: It's a sophisticated look, if done well, and a surprisingly easy fashion fix. A color palette change up is always a cheer up. (Pairs well with rhinestone jewelry too.)
Statement necklace: If you've been hesitant about adding statement jewelry to your accessory repertoire, this is an ideal time to initiate yourself. A statement or bib necklace (not worn as a bib) is a great way to add holiday style.
Dressy glasses: Ditch the dull, drab nerd glasses you wear every day and frame those windows to the soul with a little fashion flash.
Wear Navy: See above (pictured) how dull basic black can look against the unexpected pop of navy? It doesn't scream holiday style the way red does… it's more subtle and sophisticated — especially in textures like in lace or satin. Not so great with a nude makeup palette though; red or berry lips are a better balance here, especially because navy is a gentler reflector on more mature skin. Fip through a few of these styes for ideas.
Don't you feel brighter already?
More Holiday Style Ideas:
How to Wear Nude Makeup for the Holidays
Dos & Don'ts of Rhinestones Over 40
Right-On Red Lipstick
What is Quick & Dirty?