Velvet Dress

velvet dress

I wore this velvet dress on Saturday for our second annual Festivus celebration. Festivus is a Seinfeld-created holiday, and since my husband (and a number of our friends) are big fans of the show, we decided that it was a great time for a party. Last year’s celebration was more “traditional,” but this year I lobbied for a more generic holiday party with nods to Festivus, and that’s just what we did. I decorated the apartment, made a tasty punch, and set up a build-your-own-cookie station. As always, it was fun to get friends together and catch up!

velvet dress

When I’m playing hostess, I like to choose an outfit that’s easy to wear. I don’t want to be constantly adjusting or worrying about something showing, but I still want to dress up for the occasion. For this party, I took advantage of not having to go outside to get there and kept my legs bare. This velvet dress is comfortable and has a super flattering silhouette, so it was perfect for hostess duties, and keeping an eye on Bones (who was very excited to see so many friends!).

I’m looking forward to a quiet week at work and a perfectly low-key end of the year. Have you started thinking about resolutions yet? I can’t believe NYE is less than a week away!

velvet dress

Velvet Dress

statement earrings

gold flats

velvet dress

velvet dress

Earrings: Kate Spade (similar), Lip Color: Burberry Liquid Lip Velvet in Bright Plum, Dress: Old Navy (also love this one), Flats: J.Crew

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1 Comments

  1. One of our friends hosts a Festivus party every year, too – complete with the airing of grievances!

    Posted 12.26.17

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