Upscale Casual Looks For The Holidays
- Fashion
- December 7, 2023
Now that the Holidays are upon us, having a few casual Holiday looks planned is a great way to keep your sanity. It helps so much to have one or two versatile outfits styled and ready to wear. This is such fun time of year and being prepared enhances any event. We went shopping the other day and found some really great pieces to style for any upscale casual invitation.
Upscale Casual Looks For The Holidays
When we started this post, we decided to look for clothing that would work with blue or black jeans. By adding upscale accessories- belts and booties- this will elevate the look. We did add coated jeans and a pair of faux leather pants. We hope this helps you to create some outfits that you feel great wearing.
Good American Good Shirt
The Good American Good Shirt should be renamed the Great Shirt. This is a beautiful addition to anyone’s closet and should be standard issue for everyone. The details on this shirt- buttoned french cuff, front pockets, back pleat and the sturdy fabric. We love it. Click on any photo below for more information.
Vince Camuto Crewneck Sweater w/attached Scarf
Val is wearing the Vince Camuto Crewneck Sweater w/attached Scarf. This sweater is looks great with the scarf and it’s perfect for people sensitive to wool. The scarf attaches with a small button in the back. Click on any photo below for more information.
Halogen Contrast Stitch Sweater
The Halogen Contrast Stitch Sweater is a very well priced alternative to this popular look by designers with a much higher price point. Bev has on a size Large but could pull off a Medium too. The hem is higher in the front and lower in the back. Click on any photo below for more information.
NIC+ZOE Perfectly Plaid Blazer & Faux Double Layer Top
The NIC+ZOE Perfectly Plaid Metallic Cotton Blend Knit Blazer is a great way to elevate black jeans, black coated jeans and black faux leather jeans. Val paired it with the NZT by NIC+ZOE Sweet Dreams Faux Double Layer Top that has a crew neck, white contrast banding at the neckline and long sleeve and a shirt tale hem. The blazer has a very subtle silver thread in the fabric and looks great unbelted as well.
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NIC+ZOE Metallic Fringe Mix Knit Blazer
The NIC+ZOE Fringe Mix Knit Blazer is a very comfortable blazer with subtle flecks of gold and silver in the fabric. The snaps on the sleeves and the fringe edges are interesting details. This knit blazer comes in more colors. We paired this with a Theory Cowl Neck Sleeveless Satin Top. Click on any photo below for more information.
Vince Camuto Lace Trim Back Cutout Sweater
The Vince Camuto Lace Trim Back Cutout Sweater was a great surprise find for us. The best part is this top is bra friendly and elevates anything you’d style it with. Val is wearing a Small, Bev tried on a Medium and this runs TTS. Love this top. Click on any photo below for more information.
Lucky Buffalo Check Cotton Flannel Raw Hem Crop Shirt
The Lucky Buffalo Check Cotton Flannel Raw Hem Crop Shirt is so comfy. Style with high waisted black denim, black coated denim or black faux leather pants and a white tank underneath. The crop length is really a bit longer but a layer underneath may be needed. Click on any photo below for more information.
CeCe Ruffle Shoulder Long Sleeve Knit Top
The CeCe Ruffle Shoulder Long Sleeve Knit Top was a big surprise to us. This top is just a bit elevated from a basic long sleeve top, is very comfortable and runs TTS. Val has on a Small and Bev has on a Medium. Click on any photo for more information.
Treasure & Bond Oversized Crushed Velvet Shirt
The Treasure & Bond Oversize Crushed Velvet Shirt really adds a lot to a black pant- these are the Spanx Perfect Pant or leggings. Belt this top to elevate your look and define your waist. Click on any photo below for more information.
Treasure & Bond Plaid Boyfriend Shirt
The Treasure & Bond Plaid Boyfriend Shirt is a great piece that is a reasonable alternative to other designers that offer this look. This would look good with brown corduroys as well. Click on any photo for more information.
Vince Camuto Sequin Keyhole Neck Blouse
The Vince Camuto Sequin Keyhole Neck Blouse is a great piece to have on hand for any last minute invites. Style with black denim or coated black denim. So cute. Click on any photo below for more information.
Good American & Free People
This look was styled by our dear friend – Robin Jackson Stylist at Nordstrom Somerset Collection Troy, MI. The Good American Better Than Leather Faux Leather Good Icon Pants paired with a Good American Crop Satin Button-up Shirt and a Free People Santa Monica Vest is a great look. The pants are a great fit- high waist, length is great and runs TTS. The Crop Satin Shirt -you do need a camisole if you don’t want to show any skin- paired with the Santa Monica Vest is a current trend. Thank you Robin for sharing this look with us.
Professional Tip- Robin feels everyone should have one designer belt in their wardrobe to elevate a casual outift.
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We hope the clothing items we found will help you put together any upscale casual look you will need for any holiday event you attend- whether it is super casual at friend’s homes or a dinner out at a nice restaurant. Let us know what looks you have put together in the comments below.
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