Memoirs of a Shopaholic Mom
by Quinn Woods

December 17, 2006

End of the year parties on your horizon? Tip your glasses, ladies. Tis the season to remove the dry-clean plastic from your little black dress and give it a spicy new makeover. Naughty? Nice? It doesn’t matter, as long as it’s chic and fresh for the holidays.

I love this time of year. Nothing says New Year like a wardrobe makeover. Nothing says Hello 2007! like a sexy evening look for your husband’s holiday party or your best friend’s New Years Eve bash!

The little black dress is making a comeback big time. And lucky for you, accessories are bolder, brighter and more fun they have ever been!

Show your true colors this New Years Eve with a pair of suede ankle booties. Red and purple are brilliant and chic with a pair of black tights under any simple black get-up. Black may be flattering on the body but nothing flatters a pair of dancing feet like vibrant shades on the dance-floor.

For a more casual party look, liven up your favorite cocktail dress with a chic headscarf or headband. Go naughty with a hip animal print like the so-this-season leopard. Or if you prefer, do it up nice with an uber-feminine patent-leather headband. Yellow looks great on dark hair and if you’re a blonde be sure to go with something darker.

The simplicity of a black dress makes for the perfect excuse to have fun with your accessories. Choose something chunky and classic when jewelry shopping. Vintage inspired pieces from your favorite department store or neighborhood flea market can turn a simple frock into a timeless head-turner. Emerald greens and crimson reds are festive and sultry.

Military jackets are oh-so hot this season and lucky for you it’s cold outside. A Military Jacket is a must for your wardrobe. The chunky buttons and sophisticated shape will turn any simple dress into a four-star holiday sensation.

Happy New Year!