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Tip 1: Add velvet accessories (belt and shoes) to give your look a holiday feel.

Dress: Banana Republic, $75
Velvet belt: Urban Outfitters, $20
Wrap: Banana Republic, $15
Earrings: Banana Republic, $25
Velvet shoes: Bakers
Clutch: Jessica McClintock/Century 21, $15

Just like J:
1. Lulu’s Twilight Serenade One Shoulder Dress, $40
2. ASOS Lipsy Pleated One Shoulder Embellished Dress, $112
3. Arden B.  Scalloped Sequin Belt, $39
4. Ann Taylor LOFT Velvet Ribbon Chain Belt, $35




Tip 2: Add a faux fur wrap. Not only is it fashionable, it will keep you warm too!

Dress: The Limited, $80
Faux fur wrap: The Limited, $25
Necklace: Banana Republic, $18
Shoes: Guess/Marshalls, $30
Clutch: Express, $10

Just like J:
1. Lulu’s  Blaque Label Belle Pink Ballerina Dress, $101
2. Express  Crossover Pleated Chiffon Dress, $98
3. ASOS  Chiffon Bubble Hem Gathered Bust Dress, $58
4. Limited  Brown Faux Fur Wrap, $40



Tip 3: Tie the straps of a halter dress around the front and into a bow, then add a brooch for a festive look.

Dress: Forever 21, $30
Brooch: Target, $10
Wrap: Banana Republic, $15
Shoes: Wild Pair
Clutch: Jessica McClintock/Century 21, $15

Just like J:
1. ASOS Ottoman Pleated One Shoulder Dress, $86
2. Express Opaque Stone Burst Pin, $29
3. Express Abstract Pave Flower Pin, $25




Tip 4: Just because it’s cold, doesn’t mean you can’t wear color! Jewel tones are great for winter weddings and celebrations.

Dress: Macy’s, $150
Necklace: Banana Republic, $30
Shoes: Bakers
Clutch: Jessica McClintock/Century 21, $15

Just like J:
1. ASOS  Premium Large Rose and Chiffon Satin Dress, $112
2. Nordstrom Suzi Chin  Maggy Boutique Stretch Satin Sheath Dress, $118