Dec 12, 2011

I see the party lights.

Hi sweet people!
This is what I wore to the Christmas party we had at our house this weekend. I wanted to wear a HUGE full skirt and I just couldn't find something suitable but this skirt with no petticoat was way more practical (and less itchy). I shortened this skirt from it's original maxi length because I wanted a mini wine colored skirt, dammit. :)

I thought this sequin mini dress was the perfect festive top. There's something about being sparkly at Christmastime that makes me so happy. I have an outfit planned using the bottom of the dress soon too. Two pieces in one! :)









Wearing:
Sequin Mini Dress (worn as top): c/o Motel
Skirt: c/o Romwe
Shoes: Rachel Comey
Coat: Anthro (borrowed from my mom)
Bag: Vintage


Here's some photos I took while we were setting up for the party. I have not mastered the art of taking pictures in dark lighting so I don't have any of the actual party but you can get the idea of where it went. Obviously, I tried to incorporate as much pink as possible. My favorite Christmas color! (Yes, it is a christmas color...it's diluted red) I had way too much fun making cake pops and peppermint bow marshmallow treats. I'm excited to make more christmas treats to deliver to our neighbors. Gabe made a delightful sangria and my mom and sis helped with everything and it was just so much fun to plan! We're already planning a Valentine's Day party. I want you all to come (seriously) (except for the girl who said I had on too much blush in my last post).










XO, Coury



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60 comments:

  1. AngelicaDecember 12, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    I'm in love with your skirt!

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  2. The Fancy TeacupDecember 12, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    You look absolutely dazzling in that outfit. Such magical and festive captures. x

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  3. Julie Khuu | Haute KhuutureDecember 12, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Love the color story and those gold kicks are fabulous Coury! Paired with dark tights for super high contrast...love this look! Your decorations are so festive and fun!

    xo-Julie
    Peace. Love. LOL!

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  4. AllieDecember 12, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Ur place looks gorg

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  5. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    What a gorgeous Christmassy look! Love it! And your house looks so gorgeous ... I haven't even had time to put up my Christmas tree yet, but hopefully it will happen this week.
    Kelly @
    Elegantly Academic

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  6. TeddiDecember 12, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    dear coury did you see your polka dot outfit on marie's joy of fashion blog? anyway you look a gold glitter tinseled christmas ornament, in a very sparkly pretty way. great holiday decor & treats. as for whoever said you wore too much blush :P it's a good thing you dress to please yourself, & not that person. can't wait to see how you the other half of the gold outfit.

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  7. Val - A Cleaner ClosetDecember 12, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    This is the perfect holiday ensemble! Love the pics of your festive home too - so cheery and cozy.

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  8. TasjaDecember 12, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Great outfit!
    I adore your skirt <3

    Cotton Candy

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  9. My Grandpa's ClosetDecember 12, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    love the outfit and that skirt def looks good shorter! Great decorations too...we love Christmas!

    From the girls @
    http://mygrandpascloset.com

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  10. The little world of fashionDecember 12, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    You look great!
    x

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  11. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    wow! stunning outfit!!! <3
    great pics.

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  12. MaNAaDecember 12, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    gorgeous as usual love your sequins top so much and your show are great <3
    xoxo,
    MaNAa

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  13. The Semi SweetDecember 12, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    That food looked so yummy!!! I'm having a blogger Christmas party at my place this weekend and I can't wait to try my hand at cake pops!! So excited:)

    You are looking so festive and pretty!! I love the sequined top (once dress)!

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  14. lucillejoyDecember 12, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Perfect Christmas party outfit! The colour of the skirt, the sequins and the pleats are all gorgeous

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  15. AmberDecember 12, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    This would make for a wonderful holiday party outfit. I just adore your sparkly top and your tree looks perfect. Love the silver garland.

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  16. JenniferDecember 12, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    You look darling! Such a cute Christmas outfit! And your house looks so pretty.

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  17. Gianna CaputoDecember 12, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    this may be a weird detail to mention, but i'm just so jealous of your gorgeous hard wood floors!! hahaha. but srsly, they are gorge. :) like you! merry christmastime!!

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  18. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Awe your skirt is adorable! Those little bow treats look delectable (if that's the correct word)! I think I shall throw a Christmas party soon.
    Tis the season
    xoxo
    Emily

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  19. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    LOVE your top and shoes!!! gimme more gold!
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  20. Katie DoddDecember 12, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    wonderful! i LOVE the deep color of the skirt with the golden sparkles! your space is gorgeous!

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  21. sweet harvest moonDecember 12, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    This must one of my favorite outfits! Love it!

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  22. Petite and HungryDecember 12, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    i love love love your outfit! it is PERFECT for the holidays!

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  23. sara tardiffDecember 12, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    these party decorations look absolutely perfect! i love how festive your outfit is as well C:

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  24. Bela MonstroDecember 12, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    i really like the light on your photos! great outfits.

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  25. HersandHisDecember 12, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    too much blush?? No such thing- well maybe such a thing but its the perfect shade of pink and looked positively rosy.

    Your winter wonderland is coming along perfectly!

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  26. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    You have the cutesy combos ever! Love the holiday pics!

    Xxx
    Www.ladyalamode.com

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  27. The Braided BanditDecember 12, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    I really like when you can not only see pretty outfits on a blog but also get to know someone's personality a little bit more, which brings me to my two favorite parts of this post:
    1. The part where pink is your favorite christmas color as a diluted red and
    2. Inviting everyone to your next party except for the mean girl! Hahaha I almost died laughing- Who needs that, especially around the holidays!
    Anywho, everything looks just lovely!
    Take care,
    Hannah

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  28. AprilDecember 12, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Your house looks so warm and inviting!! Pretty little fairytale, must be fun living in it! I love those gold shoes...very 70's (at least I think so, I may be completely wrong) Merry Sangria! (uh, I mean, Merry Christmas to you and your hubby!)

    -April

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  29. KaitlinDecember 12, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    Your Christmas party looks amazing!

    P.S. I've always admired your blush : )

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  30. JoannaDecember 12, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    the pleated skirt is adorable! and so are you!

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  31. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    your party looks so amazing!!! and i love the sequin dress!

    <3 steffy
    Steffys Pros and Cons

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  32. ftashionDecember 12, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    You are the total package for christmas! Love the sequined top, the wine red skirt and your amazing shoes! You have such a beautifully decorated house too!

    Ash :o)
    ftashion

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  33. LauraDecember 12, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Your house is wonderful! And I love your skirt!

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  34. MizzieDecember 12, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    That was a great party thanks so much for the invite! I will definitely bring Prue to the Valentines Party.

    I have some lowlight photos of the party here http://stellashops.tumblr.com/

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  35. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    i love your skirt

    xx
    lilithfashion.blogspot.com

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  36. LaineyDecember 12, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    I love sequins during the holiday season! It's so festive. Speaking of festive...your house looks so beautiful! I love all the pink. It's a nice change from seeing all the red and green.

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  37. specialportlandDecember 12, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Your party looked lovely! I just love your blog it's definitely my favorite. Your outfits are always so fun and your attitude is so sweet and positive. Happy Holidays
    Heather

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  38. out of orderDecember 13, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    mm mm those decorations (and the house eeeep piano!!) are so wondrous, and I recently made cake pops for the first time - so fun! So addicting! You look adorable as usual, m'dearie
    <3Meghan

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  39. Andrea AntoniouDecember 13, 2011 at 1:32 AM

    i love your skirt :) xxxx

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  40. Roma is LoveDecember 13, 2011 at 1:57 AM

    why don't we hold christmas parties that look like that here!!?? your photos look yummy! initially gasped when you said you cut your maxi skirt! I love maxis. Glad you have something planned for the bottom :)

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  41. SherDecember 13, 2011 at 3:48 AM

    Oh yes, I would love a sequin dress or top like yours too:)

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  42. AnaiviloDecember 13, 2011 at 4:36 AM

    It looks soooo cool! D:X I simply adore that skirt, it has a fabulous color and the sequins...yummy! :D Very festive indeed, and the decorations are so lovely, I can't wait to decorate! :D

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  43. Michelle LeeDecember 13, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    omg i love sequins of course and those sweets :)

    www.pinklemonincrystal.blogspot.com

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  44. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    this is the perfect christmas outfit! the sparkles, the red - lovely :) and the pictures are just gorgeous. xx

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  45. Two Happy HeartsDecember 13, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    you look so beautiful! i love everything about this. it's perfect for an oh-so-perfect holiday party.

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  46. JeanneDecember 13, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    oh my!! how dare she!! you're blush is just absolutely perfect!! it makes you look like a perfect, sweet doll. also love your outfit and super adorable house xx <3

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  47. Rebecca MaureenDecember 13, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    1st. I want to live in your home. It is so cozy but beautiful!
    two. I personally love how much blusher you wear. It's so fun and makes you smile! To each their own I guess.
    3. Amazing decorating!! Can't wait to see how you do up Valentine's Day!

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  48. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Gorgeous shirt! ^^

    + those Christmas decorations and delicasies, so lovely...

    xx indie by heart

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  49. Blush and FlatsDecember 13, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    stunning !

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  50. Larissa @ Living in Color | A Lifestyle BlogDecember 13, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    what a sweet outfit! Loving your sequins and pleats! Looks fantastic!

    xoxo,
    Larissa

    http://www.livingincolorstyle.blogspot.com

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  51. MaddieDecember 13, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Coury,

    I have been visiting your blog for a year now, and out of all the blogs I visit, yours is definately the one that is the most inspiring.

    I love how vintage inspired and how happy you always are!

    Please update more regularly as I love hearing about what you get up to and your outfits which give me loads of ideas! Also, would love it if you posted more recipes or DIY ideas. I wish you wrote moer in your blogs like your posts when I first started reading your blog.

    I'd love to know what your favourite thing to do is? And what is your favourite thing to cook?

    Hope to learn more about you soon! xx

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  52. CherylDecember 13, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    Wow, those sweets you made look delicious! Yum yum!

    I love your cranberry coloured skirt paired with the gold sequined top- you look absolutely divine! You are giving me fashion inspiration for my work christmas party on Thursday! Lots of love, Cheryl xxxx

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  53. aninaDecember 13, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Aaah! That party looked extra fun! I love the little extra detail like the bow-shaped-thingamabobs! And your outfit is PARTY PERFECT! I LOVE IT! Down to the shoes and coat and bag!

    Gonna be throwing a post-holiday party, and I'm inspired!

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  54. UnknownDecember 14, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    "Yes, it is a christmas color...it's diluted red" Best quote ever!

    And your house looks amazing!!

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  55. rachel bambiDecember 14, 2011 at 3:42 AM

    beautiful photos!

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  56. add picture in picture in moviesDecember 14, 2011 at 4:36 AM

    Beautiful pictures. I like outfit very much. Good combination golden top and red skirt. She is looking completely perfect in this dress.

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  58. UnknownDecember 14, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    this outfit is soo festive..you look like an ornament...its beautiful!!
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  59. ZaneDecember 14, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    you look so cute, love the party preparation photos too

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