Christmas is my absolute favorite time of year – and for many reasons. The actual meaning of Christmas, for one… the gorgeous decorations and music, and the chance to pull out all of your pretty, festive dresses!
I was obsessed with the lace up trend over the summer, and just couldn’t part with it during these colder temps! I spotted this lace up dress on ASOS a while back and fell in love. With the holiday’s in full swing, I knew it would be perfect to pull out for all those seasonal parties and events. This lace up dress is a bit more of a rust color than red, and I thought my favorite striped poncho would be the perfect winter pairing! This single-digit Chicago weather is no joke!
I also think this lace up dress could easily be worn as a New Years Eve outfit, just switch out the over the knee boots for a pretty pair of velvet sandals (seriously – how cute are these?!)! And speaking of over the knee boots… I’m obsessed with mine! I’ve professed my love for over the knee boots on many occasions, and I finally purchased a heeled pair! The crazy thing is I purchased this Ivanka Trump pair from the Nordstrom Last Chance store (not to be confused with Nordstrom Rack), and you’ll never guess how much. DRUMROLL………
$25 DOLLARS!
That’s right. I bought these for only $25! If you’re in Chicago I definitely recommend checking it out – there’s so many great finds! I’ve already worn these over the knee boots too many times to count (wore them last night to a Christmas party) and they’re super comfortable! I couldn’t find them for a similar price on other retailers, but they’re definitely worth the investment!
P.S. – be sure to check back Wednesday for my favorite Christmas outfit ever!
Lace Up Dress: ASOS (similar) // Poncho: Nordstrom // Over the Knee Boots: Ivanka Trump
Photos by Julie Kennedy
Red is definitely your colour. I love that you opted for a white and grey poncho, instead of traditional dark colours we see during winter.
x, Aitza | petitelypackaged.wordpress.com
Thank you very much, Aitza! I wanted to add a little something to brighten it up and thought the poncho would be nice, so I’m glad you liked it!!
Lauren you look gorgeous is red! Such an amazing color on you!
xx,
Susie
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Thanks so much, Susie! Maybe I’ll start wearing more red haha! Happy Holidays to you!
You look stunning! Love this dress and what a steal on those boots!!! Definitely going to have to check out the Last Chance store the next time I’m in Chicago!
Thanks so much, Nicole! And I couldn’t believe it either! You definitely have to check it out, and I’ve even heard of people finding the Valentino Rockstuds!