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Holiday Outfit Ideas: Comfy and Cozy

Being comfy is a must during winter break. But what if you actually have to leave the house and walk away from your Netflix.... Well here are some cute but comfy looks you can sport whether your loafing on the couch or out to coffee with friends. 

During winter break you want to be relaxed but cute! Here are some of my favorite pieces at American Eagle right now that will be perfect for a winter day. 

Santa Red: This look is great for coffee or lunch with the girls. You can layer a cute tee and a plaid shirt to add some warmth to your look. Pair your layered tops with a classic skinny jean. Add a crystal statement piece to add some holiday glamour. Also add a fun beanie to disguise your hair (lets be honest you probably haven't gotten ready yet so it's an easy solution!). Then throw on your favorite pair of black boots and you are out the door. 

Fur Glamour: Pair a faux fur with a fun and girly sweater. It's a high fashion look with zero effort required! Add a strand of pearls, some brown wedge booties, and your favorite jeans and you have a fun lunch date look. 

Casual Cute: This look is ideal for last minute adventure with your girls. Through on some colored pants and your staple denim button down. Then all you need is your heavy coat and a fun necklace. So don't sweat it when you get those last minute plans. 

Leggings are all the rage. So make them into a fun and cute outfit for shopping or just hanging out. 

Pair your leggings with an oversize sweater. Then find a pair of fun patterned leggings to change it up from the boring black ones. Then accessorize them with a chunky necklace or a bold red lip to take it to the next level. 

So this winter break be stylish yet comfy! Pull out your sweaters, leggings, and boots and stay warm!

How to: Style Rent the Runway dresses for multiple occasions 

As you may know, I am a Rent the Runway On Campus rep! So, I recently rented some dresses from their website www.renttherunway.com

I took advantage of the free sizing pack. This pack includes three dresses to try on to see what your sizing is. A stylist at Rent the Runway picks out the three dresses for you. 

I got the pack with all size 0 dresses because if it's a zero and doesn't fit its not going to fit! I was super happy with the first dress which was gorgeous! 

The first dress they sent me was a Opening Ceremony dress. There was gorgeous embroidery details in blue, green, silver, and blush pink colors.  It was fitted in the waist then flared out. This silhouette was super flattering on my figure. The dress was cut kind of low but it would be suitable for a party of some sort (nothing wrong with a little skin). 

The first way I styled the dress was how I wore it to class. I kept things super casual and added accessories to dress down the dress. Pairing the dress with a cardigan, scarf, and knee high socks made the dress more relaxed. Also, I wore a rose gold belt to accent the waist even more. 

Casual Look: 

Dress: Rent the Runway 

Scarf: H&M 

Sweater: American Eagle 

Shoes: Sam Eldeman 

Bracelet: BCBG 

Socks: Target 

Earrings: Nordstrom 

Belt: Forever 21 

The next way you could style this look is a "work look". Pair the dress with a simple black or brown blazer to make it more professional. Slip on a pair of boots to match your blazer along with tights or knee socks. You can keep the same accessories or change them based on how professional your job may be. 

Where it's from: 

Dress: Rent the Runway 

Blazer: Nordstrom 

Belt: Forever 21 

Boots: Michael Kors

Socks: Target 

Earrings: Nordstrom 

Bracelet: BCBG 

The final look is a party or going out look. I simply just paired the dress with a pair of Mary jane style heels. Keeping the knee socks on it makes it a little more Blair Waldorf inspired. However, you can wear a pair of tights or nothing at all (depending on your weather situation). 

This dress has a lot of pretty details. The lace has a unique pattern and also has silver metallic woven into the fabric. A scalloped lace hem adds a cute small detail to the dress. An open back is also a great detail of the dress. 

Where it's from: 

Dress: Rent the Runway 

Shoes: Jessica Simpson (from Nordstrom) 

Necklace: Silver Linings Shop (CLICK HERE for shop!)

To simplify this look, I added a rhinestone hat and a pair of tall brown boots. You could also slip on a cardigan to make it more cozy and relaxed. The hat not only adds texture and of course sparkle but it keeps your head warm on a cold day. Just by changing the accessories in the look you can dramatically change your outfit. 

Where is it from: 

Dress: Rent the Runway 

Boots: Michael Kors 

Hat: Nordstrom 

This outfit is super casual.  I just have a loose flowy tank with a ruffle on the bottom with a white lace bandeau underneath. I paired it with white and blue floral print shorts. Brown strappy sandals, a skull bracelet and earrings,  and a topknot complete the look. 

Where it's from: 

Top: Aerie 

Shorts: American Eagle 

Bandeau: American Eagle

Sandals: American Eagle

Bracelets: Brandy Melville and Alex and Ani 

Earrings: Nordstrom 

For dinner my family and I went to cracker barrel. I got a half and half which was so good! It was super fresh so I had to quote bridesmaids on the spot. 

"Shit that's fresh" ~Bridesmaids

Anyways I also got these pancakes with blueberries in the batter with fresh blackberries and a raspberry syrup on the side. It also came with bacon and eggs.  

After dinner we had to run to Khols. I haven't been there in a while and I actually found some cute stuff. First I got this necklace which is basically a replica of things I have seen on Etsy. I've been wanting a necklace like this I just didn't want to pay for the shipping so I was super excited when I saw this one. 

A pair of white Keds has been on my wish list forever. So, I spotted these and that they were on sale so I had to get them. I plan on styling them with basically anything but I think they will look super cute with skirts and dresses. 

This is more for college but it's just a wrap chevron towel. Pretty basic. 

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