Outfitted: Peplums + Velvet

Lucca Couture Peplum Top (similar or more sequins) / Vintage Velvet Shorts (similar) / Forever 21 Booties / Turban / Rebecca Minkoff Clutch / Michael Kors Watch, Rings, Bracelet

Hi friends! Hope everyone had a splendid weekend. Last night was my company's holiday party and as mentioned last week the theme for the night was velvet. Being crazy busy with finals I never really planned out my outfit, I just figured I'd grab one of my velvet pieces and throw something together. Well, here you have it! I had about 10 minutes to choose my outfit and get ready before running out the door and I have to say I'm pretty pleased with my results.

You can never go wrong with an all black ensemble  as it gives you opportunity to play with the details. For some reason I was shying away from the peplum trend, I didn't believe it would be flattering on me, but I took a chance with this top as I liked the sequin effect of the dots and the cut out back. Paired with my velvet short-shorts, I was holiday-themed appropriate, feminine, and still felt "so fashion", haha!

The accessories are definitely my favorite part to this holiday look. If you've been reading this blog for a while now, you'll know I always have to have some pop of color in my outfits. I've been rocking this turban all weekend, it just looks so boho and cool with the senegalese twists, and it's an unexpected accessory for a holiday party. I officially can't leave home without my Minkoff and the shoes are just another added element of fun and personality.

I should throw outfits together in 5 minutes or less more often, I'm always pleasantly surprised with what I can come up with under the pressure, haha! 

Do you find you become really creative when putting together an outfit when crunched for time?

Thanks for reading!