December marks a busy month, filled to the brim with after work drinks, Christmas parties, dinners and get-together´s. When time is limited and you´re going from office to party; it´s more crucial than ever to invest in key pieces which are versatile for all-day dressing. I teamed up with Karen Millen to share my Top 3 essentials for this season, and how I will be styling them for day-time chic, to night-time lux.
THE OFFICE DRESS
Everyone needs an office style dress in their wardrobe; it´s such a versatile piece – especially during the party season, when it´s probably the easiest thing to take from desk-to-party.
For a day-time outfit, layer the dress with contrasting textures such as a knit, which adds a more relaxed feel to overall outfit, and pair it with suede and soft leather accessories, to complete the polished look.
Dress / Cardigan / Boots / Clutch
Come night-time, throw on your heels and a killer coat, and you´re good to go! To compensate for the shorter length of the dress, I would always opt for a longer jacket, adding more class and sophistication to the outfit.
THE KNITTED JUMPER
I love a good knit, owning far too many than I would like to admit. This jersey and cable knit jumper is fitted, yet super cozy (always the best combination), making it incredibly easy to wear all day long.
For a classy day-time city look – pair the jumper with your favourite jeans, add some edge with a tailored coat, brogues and a statement accessory, such as this faux fur bag. Casual chic!
Jumper / Waistcoat / Jeans / Brogues / Bag
When night-time falls, swap out the jeans with a feminine skirt and heels. The knit adds a relaxed edge to the otherwise elegant look, making the overall style understated, yet luxurious.
THE LACE BLOUSE
I have a serious weakness when it comes to lace; and this black, silky style is another great and classic investment piece to add to your wardrobe, ensuring a classy look from morning to night.
Team it with this season´s hottest denim style, the flares, add a great winter coat and some booties (essential with any wide legged pants), and you´ve pulled together a sophisticated day-time look.
Come night-time, style the blouse with this dream of a floral statement skirt, for an elegant, yet bohemian evening look – transforming the simple blouse into a unique and lux ensemble.
Blouse / Skirt / Clutch / Heels
Created in collaboration with Karen Millen. All words, styling and creative direction my own.
So many beautiful pieces! I want to scoop up that last outfit!
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Thanks Lulu! :) X
You look gorgeous!
Author
That is so kind, thank you!
I love how you turned the knit into a night outfit too! Such a granny thing to say but I hate being cold when it comes to dressing for a night out in winter haha x
Josie | Sick Chick Chic
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Hi Josie – so glad you liked it! I am exactly the same and always get cold, so a chic knit it a winner :) x
My friends and I love your blog, but this has made us so sad. Don’t you need to let readers know if this is an sponsored post for Karen Millen?
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Hi Jill,
Thank you for your message! Firstly, so happy that you and your friends like my blog!
I do apologise that I didn´t entirely clarify that this was a collaborative post within the text – I did outline that I teamed up with Karen Millen, of which I meant that this was a partnered project, but I have taken your feedback on board and have added the sponsored part at the bottom of the post. Thank you for your honest critic. Lastly, I would just like to add that the entire styling, words and artistic direction were my own on this post (that goes across ALL my blog posts, sponsored or not) – this is always so important to me, so I can stay true to my own style and core values – I hope that comes across too :)
Anneli x
Dear Jill,
When the bloggers write they team up with a brand, it always implies a collaboration. Beautiful outfits Anneli. I love the fact that you always take to time to reply to your readers.
Cheers,
Tatjana
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Thank you Tatjana! :) x
Hi Anneli,
Do you know by the way when is KM competition you posted a few weeks ago is going to end?
I keep my fingers crossed for myself
I’m obsessed with this brand:)
Cheers
Tatjana
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I think it’s an on-going competition – I would head on over to Karenmillen.com for further info! X