Here’s what Ashley had to say:
For me holiday fashion is all about going over the top. You’ve got to be big, bold and sparkly. The Christmas season is filled with parties, dinners and reuniting with friends and family. I think it’s important to put your best foot forward and show off who you are, but not break the bank doing it. Here I am wearing a few of my favorite thifted pieces. My vintage vibrant red floral coat was purchased as a set that included a matching dress. I found this piece when a local community theater was selling off old costumes. I bought the set for $1. Another favorite find is my delicious eggplant Maggy London cocktail dress. This dress new would have cost me $158, I found mine at Goodwill for $4.99. I am wearing vintage gold shoes, Goodwill $5.99 and Vera Wang argyle and gold tights, Kohl’s $8.40. My jewelry is MissAshleyKate (that’s me!) made from a mixture of vintage Swarovski crystal, vintage metals and other shiny things. My outfit’s total cost $20.38.
A huge thanks to Alex, Ashley and all the #xmasbloggers that participated. I hope they’ve inspired you to go out all in the fashion department this holiday season. I’m eating lunch in a silk taffeta skirt so I know it worked on me.
For the lazy bum that wants to shop local, but prefers to offer cyber support, some gift picks for him: 1) Men’s Tiger Tee from Pinecone + Chickadee 2) Maine Cologne from Portland General Store 3) Origin and History of Beer and Brewing at Rabelais Books 4) Printed Flannel Shirt from L.L.Bean Signature
It’s easy to buy local without ever even leaving your computer (you lazy bum). Some gift ideas for her: 1) Tote Bag from MayTreeArk 2) Gold Vermeil Branch Charm by Sarah Holmes Designs 3) Vintage Fisherman Sweater from Mustardseed Vintage 4) Cooling Peppermint Soap at Lalo Boutique
Happy Fourth everyone! See you at the prom tonight!
