Saturday Style: Vince textured-knit sweater

What I wish I was wearing today:

Outfit from Vince, via Saks

While this wintery weather does not make me want to wear shorts at all, I can't help but love this cozy casual look. Throw on some skinny jeans, and I am so there.

I decided to recreate this ensemble for a DC Saturday full of holiday shopping and outdoor activities (like ZooLights!). I also wanted to make it a bit cheaper because I just cannot justify spending $145 on a sweatshirt. Sorry, Vince.

1. Forever 21 Relaxed Dolman Sweater: $24.80 (not the right color, but grey is great too!)
2. Old Navy Jeggings in Ruby: $39.50
3. Ruche Walk with Charlie Oxford Booties in Tan: $39.99
4. Spendid Classic Raceback Tank, available at Piperlime: $44.00
5. J. Crew Marled Knit Snood: $49.50
6. Juicy Couture pave pyramid studs, available at Shopbop: $48.00

This outfit also sort of reminds me of what Zoey (Jennifer Morrison) wore on the Thanksgiving episode of "How I Met Your Mother."

She's the blonde one. (Credit: LA Times)

How adorable does she look? The Look 4 Less recreated her outfit here.

What are you wearing to stay cozy and cute this Saturday?

This Week's Facts: A Kardashian Kristmas

Source: GoFugYourself

• Not everyone gets to wear Pucci or Alexander McQueen in their Christmas cards. The Kardashians, however, do. And while I would kill for Khloe's Monique Lhuillier gown, I can't help but chuckle at this over-the-top photo and at the Fug Girls' commentary on it. 
• Speaking of the Kardashians, can we please talk about Kim's tweet from yesterday? And I quote: "The lightening flashed and Khloe and I thought it was camera flashes!" Fame whore much? Sorry, I just had to comment on the ridiculousness of that tweet.
• Ok, one last Kardashian tweet (I swear I don't devote this much thought to them normally): The New York Times totally trashed their new Dash store. This is a little old news, but you have to read the critique - talk about me-ow.

OK, now on to the real news...

• I am a HUGE fan of my Pureology shampoo, which is sulfate-free. I credit it with helping my hair recover from several months of bad self-dye jobs. It's not cheap, but it's worth it. Fashionista rounds up the best sulfate-free hair products.
• UBS Bank has a super intense dress code - we're talking 43 pages of helpful hints that include no roots, no eating garlic or onions, and touch up your perfume after lunch. Wall Street Journal has the scoop on dressing with "Swiss precision."
• "The striped t-shirt is the paperclip of personal style," says Chance designer Julia Leach. Um, hello? Could it be anymore me? Thanks to Stripes and Sequins for pointing out this amazing new label.
• Middleton mania continues. Designers like Lagerfeld and Lacroix sketch wedding dresses for the future princess, and Fashionista has the gorgeous gowns.
• Pearls are apparently becoming all-too common, due to manmade innovation, and dealers are struggling to keep prices high, The New York Times reports.
• Glamazon Diaries put together the perfect gift list for the Foodie Fashionista. Love it!

Plot twist

Yesterday, I was passing some time on Shopbop's sale. I didn't really have the intention of buying anything, as I rarely find anything in my size on super-sale on Shopbop.

This time was different.

I fell in love with this Soft Joie Schiffer dress, and at an amazing price point - just over $70, plus 20% off - I couldn't resist. I loved the racer back, the effortless look and especially the twisted fabric in the front, which gives it an interesting and flattering look!

But then something stopped me. The one-two punch of jersey plus the summery white (technically porcelain). Is this dress versatile? Is it even wearable at all?

Well, I went with my gut instinct and bought the dress. But not after poking around a few other sites to see more of this fabulous look.

Alexander Wang 3/4 length T-shirt dress with draping, available at Shopbop: $315

MICHAEL Michael Kors printed stretch-jersey dress, available at Net-A-Porter: $130

ASOS twist front calf length dress: $62.06

Alice + Olivia Carla jersey twist dress, available at Net-A-Porter: $185 (This one might be joining my closet soon...)

3.1 Phillip Lim tie front knit dress, available at Nordstrom: $375 (another one I love)

And no sooner did I decided I loved this look and that my wardrobe needed more drape, The Cut called draping the "universally flattering trend." What can I say? I know trends. Check out some gorgeous dresses from Thakoon Addition, Donna Karan and Reed Krakoff.

Out and a boot

So the first snow of the season happened today. And we survived. Phew.

But we know there's more to come.

After Snowpocalypse, we DC residents realized how important snow-worthy boots are. I love my Uggs (I don't care what anyone says, they are so comfortable and I LOVE THEM!), but they aren't very water resistant. Plus, I have decided I need to upgrade my look from college sorority girl to consummate professional. Don't worry -  I'll keep my Uggs for apres ski. (If you've never taken off ski boots and put on Uggs, you are missing out on one of life's great pleasures.)

I swore I was going to invest in some nice snow boots once they were on sale, but who wants to buy snow boots when the sun is coming out and flowers are blossoming? So I'm on the hunt again.

And gosh, is it hard to find cute, stylish boots that are practical for cold/snowy/wet/all-of-the-above conditions!

Sperry Top-Sider Hingham quilted shaft rain boots, available at Bloomingdales: $98

Sorel Joan of Arctic boots, available at Nordstrom: $129.95

adidas by Stella McCartney Galmei boot, available at Zappos: $161

MICHAEL Michael Kors Brandy snow tall weather boots, available at Saks: $224

Aquatalia by Marvin K. Icicle knee-high boot, available at Endless: $494.95

The good news is, with a warm, wooley sock, most rain boots can double as snow boots! So until I purchase the perfect snow boots, I'll use my herringbone wellies to ward away the chill.

Seriously, why is it so hard to be stylish in the winter?

'Tis the season to party

The best part about holiday parties is that they are the perfect excuse to don a fun party dress! I'm not talking your standard slinky cocktail dress or your go-to black basics - why waste a fun party on something dull? It's your time to shine.

I say wear color, sequins, lace, a bit of poof - because what's more festive than that?

My favorite holiday party dresses look great with winter's most important accessory - tights. They can be dressed up with the fabulous sparkly accessories without taking away from the overall look. And most importantly, they make me smile!

'Tis the season to be jolly, after all!

Modcloth BB Dakota Lady Jane dress: $104.99

Zara tulip skirt dress: $169

Simply Vera Vera Wang Floral Dress: $38.99

Milly almond beaded dress, available at Stylebop: $535

Narciso Rodriguez sequin-embellished silk dress, available at The Outnet: $1456

Ali Ro ruched jersey v-neck dress, available at Saks: $206

Tibi beaded front dress, available at Cusp: $535

Diane von Furstenberg Granno Panne velvet dress, available at Saks: $345

Alice+Olivia sequin-trim shift dress, available at Neiman Marcus: $495

Stay tuned for more dresses for the parties that come after Christmas... New Years Eve!

Needing Now: A Tweed Jacket

Something about chilly weather makes me want to wear lots and lots of tweed.

But, truth be told, I wish it wasn't only a cold weather fabric. It's so chic that I wish I could wear it all the time.

I mean...

Chanel is so classic. I die. (Credit: Vogue)

Hello, gorgeous!

But tweed isn't only vintage-classic. It's classic now and forever. Just check out The City stars edging out their tweed with skin-tight leggings.

(Credit: Fab Sugar)

(Credit: Hills2City)

And here's a couple tweed jackets I might be buying...

J. Crew gilded tweed jacket: $198

Free People Coco tweed jacket, available at Shopbop: $138.60

Plastic Island Black Magic tweed jacket, available at Piperlime: $216

Milly Rivoli check tweed cropped jacket, available Bloomingdales: $455

Proenza Schouler boucle jacket, available Kirna Zabete: $1382.50

Missoni M jacket, available at Stylebop: $865

Leighton Meester gets it right

Leighton Meester is known for taking fashion risks. Sometimes it works. And many other times, it doesn't.

But this look knocks it out of the park. Promoting Herbal Essences in Madrid, Spain, the other week, Leighton wore this Versus dress with Pierre Hardy heels and totally works it. This look says fresh and fun - very Herbal Essences (she's a good little spokesperson!).

And a better look at these beautiful shoes:

Check out more pictures of Leighton's look here.