Dazzling Attire!

Many women enjoy enhancing their appearance, and I am dedicated to helping them showcase their features and uniqueness through fashion. As the festive season arrives, numerous celebrations take place, making it challenging to choose the ideal outfit. Here are some tips to help you shine at any occasion.

by Amy Levenson Krumholz | Fashion Editor

Hosting at Home

If you’ve decked your halls and gathered friends for merriment, my recommendation is a chic mix of casual and celebratory attire. For example, Meridith sports a stylish bare shoulder dressy T-shirt from her own Maniac collection, paired with emerald green suede leggings, essential over-the-knee boots, and an oversized necklace to complete her ensemble.

Meridith Casey is the founder of Dallas-based Maniac, which donates all net profits to the Child and Family Guidance Center in Dallas—an organization providing essential counseling and treatment for over a century. After her brother was diagnosed with bipolar disorder three years ago, the intersection of her fashion passion and compassion for her brother inspired her to create Maniac. “This brand embodies my love for stylish yet comfortable clothing coupled with my desire to support others,” she explains.

Moving to Cocktail Attire

To elevate the look for a more formal event, replace the boots with elegant ankle strap shoes and take it up a notch with a statement faux fur jacket and a gold chain purse. This look is sure to turn heads!

Charity Luncheon

During this charitable season, combining style with goodwill is essential. For a polished daytime appearance, I dressed Laurie in a bright blue A-Line shift dress, layered with a deconstructed winter white blazer and this season’s trendy suede booties.

Lauri Paschetag Braschler runs LuLu’s Blooms, LLC, an organic landscaping business aimed at promoting sustainability. Her commitment to environmental stewardship mirrors her dedication to supporting others. After experiencing a life-altering car accident at 18, Lauri defied doctors’ predictions of permanent brain damage. She fought to regain her abilities, returning to college shortly after her recovery. Today, she inspires others to overcome challenges through her work and athletic pursuits, showing that determination can achieve what seems impossible.

Transition to Company Party

For an afternoon office gathering, Laurie could enhance her look with long strands of black pearls, a streamlined grey blazer, and chic suede pointy-toe pumps. Don’t forget the red lipstick paired with a classic handbag. Très chic!

The Corporate Holiday Celebration

Radhika models a refined look that balances professionalism and elegance. She wears a jacquard high-low skirt, a classic silk black top, strappy suede pumps—perfect for the season’s jewel tones—and a uniquely designed horn necklace.

As a seasoned marketing professional and educator, Radhika Zaveri founded Sukan, a jewelry brand aimed at empowering artisans in India. The name Sukan translates to “good wishes,” symbolizing her commitment to fostering women’s independence through their crafts. “We aim to create globally conscious pieces that reflect the desire to empower both ourselves and our communities,” she states. Visit www.sukanjewelry.com for more.

Transition to Girls Night Out

For a holiday gift exchange with friends, Radhika easily shifts to a chic look with this season’s trendy flared jeans, a decorative saddlebag, and burgundy platform heels—the new neutral. Jeweled earrings perfectly complete her outfit. So chic!

Cocktails Anyone?

For Kim, I selected a sophisticated sheath dress with a crisscross design below for added flair. Its classic appeal is enduring.

Kim Bannister is an author, community advocate, and co-founder of Sawyer Collection, which creates artistic Lucite home accessories with her daughter. With a heart for charity, she actively supports numerous organizations like Heroes for Children and the American Heart Association, understanding the significance of kindness and community support. “It’s essential to show others you care, in any way possible,” she affirms.

Transition from Cocktail to Work Event

With multiple engagements during the festive period, Kim can seamlessly switch from glamorous to understated by adding a blazer over her dress, incorporating a standout belt, opting for closed-toe shoes, and utilizing a structured handbag for her work event. Looking fabulous!

Fashion selections styled by Amy Levenson Krumholz – StylebyAmy.com.