Casual Cocktail Attire + My Holiday Bucket List
I have been having a small leopard obsession lately! When I pulled out my leopard coats for the season, I realized that I had eight! Iβm not sure if this is called a collection, but nevertheless, I need to start wearing them more often! They range from short jackets with hoods, to βJackie Kennedy inspiredβ with bracelet sleeves, to full on long leopard! The one Iβm wearing here falls somewhere in between and itβs one of my favorites! I bought it last year from the Nordstrom sale after Christmas. I styled it simply with leather J Brand pants, a black lace top, (see details below), a structured bag from Henri Bendel and suede booties from last season. Since the top is lace, I would wear this to a casual holiday party.
Itβs November 26, Christmas is in 29 days (28 when you read this) and I have been busy creating gift guides and content for the blogβ¦but I havenβt done any of my shopping! Iβm sure Iβll get it done, but itβs unlike me to be so far behind. Weβll get our Christmas tree on Saturday and that should help to inspire me. This Christmas will be very different for us because only one of our daughters (Rebecca who lives in Boston) will actually be home on Christmas day and that has never happened before. Iβm trying to be upbeat about it and come up with Plan B. So, what weβve decided is to get up, have a late breakfast/brunch, open gifts and then go to the movies (Iβve also never been to a movie on Christmas Day). Iβve been excited about seeing Mary Poppins so that will probably be the one we see. All of this has made me think about the days leading up to Christmas and how Iβll bring some meaning to the season and also relax a little. Iβve made a little list - my Holiday Bucket List!
Deliver homemade gifts to my neighbors and say Merry Christmas.
Have a small soiree for a group of women (all ages) that donβt necessarily know each other and serve dessert and champagne.
Donate toys and warm coats to Christmas Cheer.
Make homemade hot chocolate and watch The Holiday in my Christmas Pjβs
These are just small things, but I know they will bring joy to others and to me this year. What is on your holiday bucket list? Leave me a comment and let me knowβ¦maybe Iβll add them to my list!
The Crazy Blonde Holiday Shop has something for everyone on your List! Click here to see the shop and donβt forget to let me know whatβs on your holiday bucket list!