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Sweater Vest Layers

Fall Outfit - OTK boots and Sweater Vests | Lady in Violet

Sweater Vest and Swing Dress with Gray Tote | Lady in Violet

How to layer sweater vests | Lady in Violet

How to Wear OTK boots | Lady in Violet

Fall Fashion - Swing Dress and Sweater Vests | Lady in Violet

Baublebar Necklace and Bracelet, Kendra Scott Skylar Earrings | Lady in Violet

Casual Weekend Outfit - Over the Knee Boots and Dress | Lady in Violet

Lush Karly Dress with Gray Sweater Vest | Lady in Violet

Enzo Angiolini Holdyn Boots | Lady in Violet

Casual Weekend Outfit for Fall | Lady in Violet

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LUSH Karly Dress  | MINT JULEP BOUTIQUE c/o Sweater Vest  [ALSO HERE]  | ENZO ANGIOLINI Holdyn OTK Boots  [ALSO HERE]  | HENRI BENDEL c/o No 7 Tote  | BAUBLEBAR Astronomer’s Pendant,  Horseshoe Pendant,  Ladder Cuff,  Cuban Links Bracelet  | KENDRA SCOTT Skylar Earrings  | MAC Lipstick in Craving  | ESSIE Nails in Masterplan

I hope you all had an amazing Christmas and long weekend!  I had so much fun hanging with family Thursday and Friday, and then being a little bit lazy this past weekend.   I updated the In My closet section of my shop page over the weekend to include a few of the new items I received for Christmas.  I also picked up these OTK boots yesterday!  I’m super excited because they were sold out over the Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales weekend.  I have been checking for them to come back in stock, and they finally did this weekend!!  I cannot wait for them to arrive, and of course share some fun styling ideas with you guys.  I wanted a pair with a heel because I love wearing the over the knee boots in this post, but they have a more casual vibe to them.  One of my favorite ways to style these flat OTK boots is with a cute dress.  This Lush swing dress is the perfect length to pair with these boots.  I wear this dress all the time, and I’m always looking for a new way to style it.  A few weeks ago, we had a nice fall day, and I decided to add on this sweater vest.  I added this cozy sweater vest to my closet at the end of summer, and I have been waiting for some cooler weather to wear it.  The vest and dress hang at about the same length which gives this look a cozy, but still put together feel to it.

I cannot believe we are in the final week of 2015!  This year definitely seemed to fly by!  Check back Wednesday because I am sharing some of my top outfit posts of the year!!

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What to Wear on Christmas

Raise your hand if the weather has completely ruined your Christmas Outfit plans!!  Can I raise both hands! I had plans for layers and leather leggings and riding boots.  It was going to be fabulous.  Then I saw our Christmas day weather forecast, hot and rainy which in Houston also means humid!  I had to head back to the outfit drawing board and start planning some new looks.  I wanted some outfit ideas that would work with the warmer temperatures, but still feel a little like Christmas.  I’m sharing a few of my ideas for what to wear on Christmas this year with our warm weather.

What to Wear on Warm Christmas Day | Lady in Violet

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I have been searching for a great sleevless sweater and stumbled upon this one.  I love the mock turtleneck design.  I would pair it with some skinny jeans like these cute distressed ones and a fun red heel.  The details on this shoe are gorgeous!!  You have to check it out up close and personal on the store’s site.  I love adding a fancy shoe to a casual look to help dress it up a little.  I would also add a sparkly arm stack and long necklace to complete this look.  I added in the leopard clutch that is only $40!!  Doesn’t it remind you of a certain over $200 clutch that you see everywhere!  I really like the red, gray, and leopard together in the outfit.

What to Wear on Christmas Day for Rainy Weather | Lady in Violet

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I majorly regret not picking up a pair of Hunter boots when they were on sale recently!  Next time, I am definitely buying a red pair in either this glossy or matte.  A plaid always reminds me of fall and winter seasons, so adding one to a Christmas look was perfect.  I love that you can roll up the sleeves to stay cool.  I also love when the sleeves have cute details on the inside.  I decided to mix things up and pair this look with some rose gold jewelry.  I usually mix mine in with my other gold pieces, but they are gorgeous on their own too.  Toss on a bucket bag and you are ready for some champagne and cookies!

What to Wear on Christmas Day - Casual Outfit | Lady in Violet

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First off, this top is on sale right now for $25!!  I own it and love it!  You have seen me wear it here and here, and in this same color combo here.  I love this take on Christmas colors for this outfit option.  The burgundy is subtle in the necklace which is perfect to create just the right compliment to the olive top.  Pair this look with flats or booties to create the perfect casual look for Christmas day.

What to Wear on Christmas Day - Dressed up Outfit | Lady in Violet

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If you are looking to go a little bit more fancy for your Christmas look, consider a cute lace top.  I paired this peplum gem with some skinny ponte pants and a fabulous gold sparkly heel.  For lace tops, I usually skip a necklace and opt for fun earrings instead.  I love chandelier earrings to create a great statement look, but still compliment the lace top.  I also added some of the sparkly bracelets from look one.  I wanted to add a little color, so I paired with a red clutch and a fun red lip.

I hope these looks help you prepare a fun Christmas outfit this year!  I tried to pick a few more basic items for each outfit, so you can hopefully re-create these looks with items already in your closet.  Many of the items in this post are currently on sale, and some are part of a special rush delivery promotion, so you can receive them by Christmas Eve.

Since I will be celebrating the Christmas holiday with family over the next few days, I won’t have a post up on Friday.   I will be back with my outfit posts on Monday, and you can follow my #ootd posts on Instagram.  I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas and thank you so much for taking the time to stop by Lady in Violet!  Your support means so much to me!  I love putting these outfits together and sharing them with ya’ll every week!  Have a fabulous holiday and long weekend!

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Long Cardigans for the Save

Winter Fashion - Long Cardigan and Riding Boots | Lady in Violet

Elaine Turner Crossbody Bag | Lady in Violet

House of Harlow Bar Necklace and Wood Watch | Lady in Violet

Fall Outfit - Long Cardigan and Blue Skinny Jeans with boots | Lady in Violet

How to wear a Long Cardigan | Lady in Violet

Lucky Brand Heloisse Riding Boots | Lady in Violet

How to Style Long Cardigans in Fall | Lady in Violet

Layering a fall outfit - Long Cardigan and Tank Top | Lady in Violet

BP Front Cardigan | Lady in Violet #nordstrom

Casual Weekend Outfit with Cardigan, Jeans, boots | Lady in Violet

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BP Slub Cardigan [SIMILAR | SIMILAR & ON SALE] | JCREW Sleeveless Shirt  | AG The Stilt Jeans (40% off!)  | LUCKY BRAND Heloisse Boots (Wide-Calf) (**On Sale)  | ELAINE TURNER Kassidy Crossbody Bag (*On Sale, $50 off!) | HOUSE OF HARLOW Bar Necklace ***  | BAUBLEBAR Cuban Links Cuff,  Slim Hinge Bangle  | JORD c/o Ely Watch  | KENDRA SCOTT Skylar Earrings | RAYBAN Aviator Sunglasses  | ESSIE Nails in Master Plan  | MAC Lipstick in Faux

** c/o Rocksbox Subscription – Try it for Free for One Month with code KARENROCKXOXO

Remember last week, when I mentioned that cool weather finally seemed to be here.  Well I was wrong!! Last Friday, we were in the 80s, this Friday the 50s, and next Friday is expected to be in the 80s!  I can’t keep up from day to day what the weather will be, and sometimes I leave my house in the 40s and it’s 80 by lunch.  I am officially in layer mode with my wardrobe!   I have a growing collection of long cardigans that are perfect for this fluctuating weather.  I own a few in gray and black, and wanted a more beige or cream colored one. I was all about adding basic wardrobe pieces during Black Friday, and this was one of those sale purchases.  Apparently, I’m not the only lover of long cardigans because they sold out fast, but I linked some similar options for you above.   I love to layer long cardigans over dresses for the office and jeans on weekends. They work great over tops like this tank I bought over the summer from J.Crew.  When that mid-afternoon warmth hits, I can quickly take off my cardigan and fold it over my crossbody bag.  This is one reason I sometimes prefer a cardigan to a jacket. Since they don’t have as much structure, they lay over a purse much nicer than a jacket.

I also picked up these jeans on Black Friday for only $100!!  They aren’t that low anymore, but they are still majorly discounted!  I have only worn them once, but they are really comfy and have just the right amount of stretch.  I was looking for a lighter shade of blue than my regular ones, I call it normal denim blue. 🙂  I’m always a little nervous about the shading marks, but these are in just the right places that they work perfect for a slight slimming illusion.  They also look super cute when cuffed with booties!  The fit for me was true to my normal jean size too.

Thanks for swinging by the blog today and Happy Happy Friday!!

PS.  Today is the LAST DAY for standard shipping at many stores for your Christmas gifts to arrive before Christmas! Some stores are already charging extra OR offering Free Expedited shipping with certain purchase price.  Still looking for gift ideas?  Check Out my Holiday Shop full of gift ideas!!

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Blanket Scarf & a Plain White Tee

Winter Outfit Idea - Blanket Scarf and Riding Boots | Lady in Violet

Blanket Scarf, Stem Long Sleeve White Tee | Lady in Violet

Fall Outfit - Boots, Scarf, and Jeans | Lady in Violet

Fall Casual Weekend Outfit - Scarf, White Tee, Jeans, Riding Boots | Lady in Violet

Aerie Bonfire Blanket Scarf | Lady in Violet

Winter Outfit - Scarf, Long Sleeve Tee, Denim and Brown Boots | Lady in Violet

Red Blanket Scarf | Lady in Violet
Lucky Brand Heloisse Boots | Lady in Violet

Weekend Outfit - Scarf, Tee, and Boots | Lady in Violet

Elaine Turner Kassidy Crossbody Bag | Lady in Violet

What to Wear on Weekends - Scarf and Boots | Lady in Violet

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AERIE c/o Bonfire Blanket Scarf  | STEM Long Sleeve Tee (On Sale 33% off!) | WHBM Saint Honore Jeans  | LUCKY BRAND Heloisse Boots [Wide-Calf Version] (On Sale 33% off) | ELAINE TURNER Kassidy Crossbody Bag  | GORJANA  Chloe Studs  | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle  | SWELL CAROLINE c/o Enamel Signature Bracelet  | RAYBAN Aviator Sunglasses  | ESSIE Nail Polish in Plumberry  | MAC Lipstick in Craving

I think in Houston we have finally entered fall for good.  I can officially bring out my boots and scarves!  This blanket scarf is so incredibly soft! If it came as an actual blanket, I would probably buy it!  I love how a colorful scarf can take an outfit as simple as a plain white tee and boots and make it feel special.  My long sleeve tee is also super soft! This tee was one of my Black Friday purchases.  I really wanted a soft long-sleeve white tee.  Something I could layer, wear alone, and lounge around the house in.  I have heard this Stem tee was soft and comfy.  I can confirm this is one of my softest tees!!  I am definitely consider buying another white one and one in black while they are still on sale!  I’m wearing a cami under mine because they are slightly sheer and I hate if there is even the slightest chance my bra will show through, but around the house I don’t wear the cami underneath because it isn’t that sheer.  I’m also excited to welcome my new crossbody bag to my purse family!  I have had my eye on this bag since it was released in early fall.  I love the saddlebag look to a bag, plus it holds more than some of my thinner crossbody bags.  I love the taupe shade because it works with a wide range of colors.  This is one of those bags that I can carry year round and for years to come, so definitely worth the investment!

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