Jumpsuit: Ulla Johnson Tess Jumpsuit {also here} // Shoes: Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies {similar, less expensive version here} // Bag: old, similar here & here // Earrings: Old, I would wear these in place // Lipstick: Chanel No. 104

The biggest night of the year in my family growing up has always been our annual Christmas Eve dinner. I come from a big family – I’m one of six! My dad is one of 5! So that means lots of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and all come over for a big feast. There is always lots of champagne, music, delicious food and fun. It is seriously a night I look forward too all  year – and I can’t wait for this years! Since getting married last year, my husband and I decided we would switch off on Christmas – one year with his family in Switzerland, and one year with hime in New Orleans. I had to spend my first Christmas away from my family last year, but that means that this year is our time in New Orleans! Not only do we get to spend an entire week in New Orleans there, but my siblings are also on the same on/off schedule and I’m just so excited to be with them & their littles too.
With our Christmas Eve dinner being the ultimate highlight of my year, I always try and find the perfect outfit. This jumpsuit might be it. It’s a gorgeous and soft velvet with the most elegant grosgrain waist. I love the one shoulder detail, and rich black color. It’s also wildly comfortable {I love wearing jumpsuits – you’re one & done!} so I know I can get away wearing this all night. Paired it here with some simple & classic accessories  & a classic bold red lip!

What is your favorite holiday tradition? Can’t wait to hear! xx

photos: The Retro Penguin

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Dress: Veronica Beard Emory Dress {on sale!} // Boots: Stuart Weitzman Lowland Boots // Bag: BP Foldover Clutch {only $12!} // Sunglasses: Celine

Thanksgiving is just 2 days away and I’m so ready to relax with family, stuff my face with turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie {my favorites}, and spend the afternoon in front of the fire watching football.  One of the biggest things thats changed since getting married is sharing holidays! I used to spend every holiday with my family, and now I share those holidays with my husband’s family. Alexis {my husband} and I decided to switch off every other year – meaning this year we will do Thanksgiving with his family in Texas, and Christmas with mine in New Orleans. Next year we will flip flop and spend Thanksgiving with mine, and Christmas with his in Switzerland. I feel so lucky that I love spending time with my husband’s family, so it’s not a heavy burden to endure – its the opposite! I actually love sharing holidays – you get the best of both worlds, and get to build on new traditions!

As for what I’m going to wear on Thursday, this look would be perfect. We don’t need to get super dressed up for our lunch, but I also don’t want to show up in jeans either. This dress is the perfect in-between. The plaid makes it feel perfectly fall & these over the knee boots top the look off. If you live in a colder environment, you could easily add tights, booties & a comfy coat to transition this look into colder weather. Overall, an easy + comfortable Thanksgiving outfit!

photos: The Retro Penguin