Cupcakes and Cashmere

1 Piece, 3 Ways

December 10th, 2012

With holiday festivities ramping up over the next few weeks, it’s easy to get burnt out or stressed about what to wear. My motto this year: invest in one great piece (think beyond your typical LBD) that you can wear a variety of ways. For my go-to item, I bought this Joie beaded top that can be dressed up or down, which I’ve worn three different ways below.

1. New Year’s Eve: Retro glamour with a full circle skirt and statement accessories.

J.Crew Earrings, Joie Top, Vintage Bracelet, Rachel Zoe Skirt, Tiffany & Co. Clutch, Prada Heels



{Tousled half-pony, winged liner and costume earrings}

{Jeweled clutch + ankle strap heels}

2. Family gathering: Cozy festive with party pieces and pared-down basics.


J.Crew Sweater, Joie Top, Hudson Jeans, Forever 21 + Madewell Necklaces, Vintage Clutch, Coach Boots

{Side braid + layered chunky necklaces + cashmere cardigan}

{Playful manicure + red denim and boots}

3. Office party: Sultry sophistication with simple hair and dramatic make-up.


Vince Jacket, J.Crew Pearls & Hair Elastic, Joie Top, Estée Lauder ‘Black Cassis’ Lipstick, Topshop Cuffs, Phillip Lim Skirt, Hue Tights, Steve Madden Booties, Alexandra DeClaris Clutch

{A dark, vampy lip looks great with a sleek ponytail}


{Balance out a short skirt with a leather jacket, tights and closed-toe booties}

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  • http://thestylemoodboard.blogspot.com Linda Q

    Love these looks! These are all so creative and perfect for the holidays! xx

    The Style Moodboard

  • http://www.glamdevils.com Mira

    Great looks. My favorite is the first one. Beautiful and classy <3
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    xo

    glamDevils

  • http://very-well-living.blogspot.com Luba

    Great ideas ! I am constantly mixing and matching my clothes in new assembles !

    I would like to invite you to my Christmas giveaway of animal print Furla Bag. Thank you so much for your time.

    XX Luba

    :: Well Living Blog :: GIVEAWAY :: FURLA BAG :: SORTEO

    http://very-well-living.blogspot.com/2012/12/christmas-giveaway-furla-bag-sorteo.html

  • http://franchemeetsfashion.blogspot.cz/ Caroline

    totally in love with combination no.3 :)
    kisses!

    http://franchemeetsfashion.blogspot.cz

  • http://www.styleclouds.de Styleclouds

    Amazing looks! My favourite is probably the last one! You look fabulous! xo, Christina

    http://www.styleclouds.de

  • http://www.lapetiteolga.com/ La Petite Olga

    Love all three looks!This top is gorgeous!

    xx Olga
    La Petite Olga

  • Aura

    Such a cute outfit, reminds me of gossip girl :)

    http://auraslookbook.blogspot.co.uk/

  • http://36xty5.wordpress.com Dee

    I love all the looks, especially the 3rd one! It’s amazing how one can use one top in extremely different ways! Love it!

  • http://www.xeanafashion.com Xeana

    First outfit looks fantastic!!

    From http://www.xeanafashion.com

  • http://fitandfashion.wordpress.com Christina

    This was an amazing post. One of my favorite so far :)

  • http://www.LeopardandLillies.com Amy

    love this top! great tips!

    xx amy
    Leopard and Lillies

  • http://luckylittlebird.blogspot.com Ashley

    I love the second. The red denim and grey together is gorgeous. And I love the chunky necklace.

    xo Ashley
    luckylittlebird.blogspot.com

  • http://keepcalmandcarrylipstick.blogspot.com Sarah

    Love every look, that top is just gorgeous!
    Keep calm and carry lipstick.

  • http://theslowpace.wordpress.com The slow pace

    The last look is my favourite! You got me with the dark lipstick!

  • http://www.trendstruck.com Marla

    Love this idea! Great break down for each. Love all the outfit idea’s!!
    Ps. it was so nice to meet you while you visited Toronto this past weekend!!!

    xx Marla
    http://www.trendstruck.com

  • Rachel

    Great stuff!!!!

  • http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com Natali

    You look absolutely stunning in this dress!

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

  • http://cravingforbarneys.com Craving for Barneys

    Love the looks!!!

    New outfit in http://cravingforbarneys.com

  • http://www.wonderfulandmarvelous.blogspot.com andrea

    Gorgeous!! This top is amazing and so versatile!!
    xo Andrea
    Wonderful and Marvelous

  • amanda

    Love your outfit!
    http://www.lavenue.com

  • http://madamemadamoiselle.blogspot.fr Emelia

    I love the beaded top with the circle skirt. And your champagne saucer!

  • http://www.soulofashopper.com Soulofashopper

    an amazing post! love it!!!! the top is amazing…xo, Alma
    http://www.soulofashopper.com

  • http://kcomekarolina.com/ kcomekarolina

    that is so fab!

    xoxo from rome
    K.
    kcomekarolina.com

  • http://www.michellesstylefile.com Michelle

    Such a gorgeous top!

    x
    Michelle
    http://www.michellesstylefile.com
    GIVEAWAY

  • http://planesandpleasures.blogspot.com Aylin

    Love all three looks!

  • http://paginaaolado.blogspot.com Lifestyle Report

    This top is gorgeous!
    The last look is my favourite!

    **
    http://paginaaolado.blogspot.com

  • http://zestfest.blogspot.com.br Patricia

    Love the first outfit, even though I normally wear white for New Year’s Eve here in Brazil.
    Great post!

    Wearing tiny rings in several fingers today at http://zestfest.blogspot.com.br

  • http://chocolatefashioncoffee.blogspot.com Charlotte

    amazing!love all three outfits :)

    chocolatefashioncoffee.blogspot.com

  • Fabienne

    I absolutely adore your hair and make up in outfit no. 3! It looks so chic yet not overdone!

    Hugs from Zurich, Fabienne

    check out my blog: fashioncitycoffee.wordpress.com

  • http://bonnieclydemarni.blogspot.gr/ Bonnie, Clyde and Marni
  • http://lasaloperie.blogspot.com.br/ Isa

    That piece is really amazing just on its own, though, so all of the outfits look gorgeous!

    http://lasaloperie.blogspot.com.br/

  • http://alicestylediary.com/ Alice

    I love your dress! And even your make up the bourdeaux lipstick is fab!

    kisses from Italy
    http://alicestylediary.com/
    A.

  • http://www.lifestyleflash.com Becky | lifestyleflash.com

    I love all of these looks so much, especially the office party! Dark lipstick is your friend!

    Becky | lifestyleflash.com

  • http://glamourgirl-bg.blospot.com Iliyana
  • http://actofstyle.com An Act of Style

    That top is amazing! <3

  • http://www.coffeetoastandlondon.com Laura
  • http://unenouvelleepoque.com Une Nouvelle Epoque

    Thank you for the inspiration, I love your lipstick!

  • http://www.intotheblonde.com/ adele

    Such a gorgeous versatile top. I love it when you can dress tops up or down.
    Have a wonderful week Hun xoxo
    https://www.intotheblonde.com/

  • http://www.looklearnlove.blogspot.com Ruthie

    I love seeing an item worn multiple times and styled differently! So inspirational for me and helps me view my clothes with fresh eyes!

  • http://www.tayloranddemolish.com/2012/12/top-10-diy-holiday-gifts-special-treat.html Candy

    Definitely loving the first look! I would even wear that to an office party!

    xoxo
    Candy
    xoxo
    Candy
    taylor & DEMOLISH

    Enter my GIVEAWAY for a class at The Sewing Studio!!

  • http://fortheloveofaudrey.com Suzi Maynard

    I LOVE shopping in my wardrobe Emily! This top is a key piece and looks fabulous in all of the three looks.
    Suzi x
    For the Love of Audrey

  • http://lavieenliz.com Liz

    such a great piece!! love it with te skirt!

    http://lavieenliz.com

  • http://beautyfool.com Renee | Beauty Fool

    Love the suggestions and you look great. My fave is #3 :)

    xx Renee

  • http://distinguisheddiva.blogspot.com/ Adeola Naomi

    The top is definitely so versatile and I like all the looks!!!

  • http://sweetlittleluxuries.blogspot.fi/?m=1 Sari

    Love this creativity!

  • http://raspberry-rouge.com Raspberry & Rouge

    The top is so pretty + versatile! Like! Xx Rebecca

    http://raspberry-rouge.com

  • The Lifestyle Digest

    This is such an inspirational post, I really like how you’ve shown all of the other pieces to wear with it. That Estée Lauder lipstick is beautiful!
    http://www.thelifestyledigest.blogspot.com

  • http://Www.creativityandchocolate.blogspot.com Eva

    Lovely post. The outfits and hairdo’s are so pretty, great inspiration :) xx

    http://Www.creativityandchocolate.blogspot.com

  • http://www.savvyspice.com Dale

    Love how you showed the top 3 ways. You look so pretty in all of these photos too, and I really like that Rachel Zoe skirt!

    xoDale
    http://www.savvyspice.com/

  • http://1hugaday.blogspot.co.il/ Hug

    I love all three looks!

    http://www.1hugaday.com/