Post-holiday

For all the anticipation leading up to it, Christmas is always over in a flash. A flurry of family, food, gifts and games... there were only a handful of times when I remembered to pause, look around at the amazing people surrounding me, and relish that moment.

I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas, I certainly enjoyed seeing a glimpse of it all through Instagram.

Strangely, for all the shopping I did in preparation of Christmas, I had little desire to go into a store, and did about 95% of it online. Now that the after Christmas sales have begun, I'm itching to go - even though I know I really shouldn't!

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The Rundown
Black Tee Gap similar
Black Blazer Kohl's similar
Jeans Joe's Jeans via Saks off Fifth
Studded Booties Guess via TJMaxx similar
Huntley Tote c/o Joie
Wool Fedora H&M similar
Plaid Blanket Scarf Zara similar
Watch c/o Caravelle by Bulova via Lucky Fabb
Signature Spade Ring Kate Spade
Thin Gold Ring Etsy via Sweet Olive Jewelry
Sunglasses "Eco" c/o Polette
Nail Color "Lion Around" Essie
Lip Color "Rouge Allure Gloss" Chanel c/o People Style Watch


46 comments

  1. It is crazy how fast it goes by after all the preparation and excitement leading up to it! I realized when I was wrapping gifts and had so few actual receipts to hold onto that I had done most of my shopping online this year too. I hope you enjoyed the holiday. I'm loving this look; you look so good in hats!

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  2. I received this gloss too! It is amazing!

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  3. Although Christmas is over I am still enjoying to have my children around before they have to go back to their universities.
    Same as you I did almost all my shopping online! Didn't dare to check out the sales yet ;-)

    You look gorgeous as ever!

    Annette | Lady of Style

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  4. I'm head over heels in love with that scarf of yours! I haven't been to Zara in so long but I've been loving the pieces I've been seeing from them. :)

    Hope you enjoyed the holidays and have fun indulging in some more shopping!

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  5. Enjoyed reading your blog today! I will be following on bloglovin', can't wait to read more of what is to come!

    -Karen
    www.ladyinviolet.com

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  6. You always manage to look so effortlessly glamorous! Love your blanket scarf and handbag!

    www.dressed2dnines.com

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  7. Christmas really DID go by in a flash, didn't it?
    Love this hat on you- sooo chic.

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  8. I'm glad you had a nice Christmas - and I gotta say that you look impossibly cool in this outfit.

    That sweater is one of the best Christmas sweaters I've seen this year!

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  9. This hat though, you look so chic. Can't believe Christmas is over.

    xo
    PinkSole

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  10. Happy 2015 to you. You sure can wear a hat and Yes all the excitement is over. . .sadly.

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  11. Absolutely gorgeous outfit, this is so awesome because I just got a blanket scarf yesterday, and this is a great way to the style it.

    http://thepreppysisters.blogspot.com

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  12. I hope you had a wonderful holiday! Honestly, the last thing I want to do is shop. Being at home with my family makes me remember how unimportant clothes are, buuuuut then there's another great sale or a pretty item shortly after. Oh well. :-)

    http://bedknobsandbaubles.com/

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  13. great hat, scarf and booties. love this look on you!

    xoxo...beth
    www.fashiondotnow.com

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  14. It is so true the Holidays build for s month of preparation and are over in a snap You look gorgeous in the all black with the blanket scarf http://lachiquitamissi.com

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  15. Love that scarf against the black! :)


    Hope you had a wonderful Christmas! I have some gift cards for Christmas I'll be looking forward to spending, but not until next year. Want to relax and enjoy what I have first, it was a great Christmas! :)


    Away From The Blue

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  16. You aren't the only one wanting to go shopping! I love catching a few sales and completing the rest of my wish list! Love this adorable outfit! Perfect for getting some of that retail therapy done! ;)

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  17. I'm so burned out on shopping - isn't that terrible? Worst. Blogger. Ever. I seriously envy your enthusiasm right now because there are so many deals to be had! Love those boots, btw.

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  18. Love this scarf!! I'm still kicking myself for not getting it, but at the time I was thinking... not another, I have too many already.

    Hope you had a great Christmas, too! I also did most of my shopping online. I ended up short on time this year.

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  19. It really does go by so quickly, doesn't it? We spend a month or more in a frantic rush to get everything ready, and then, in twenty-four hours, it's all done. But it is wonderful while it lasts - at least, it was for me, and I hope it was for you, too :) And I hope you've done better at post holiday shopping than I have, so far I've been pretty uninspired by what I've found, but I'm sure that won't last. Oh, and most important - this outfit is perfect. Especially your hat and scarf combination!
    xox,
    Cee

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  20. Christmas shopping was pretty stress free for us this year since the majority was done online too. I did indulge in some after Xmas sales today but all online too.

    I love this outfit on you...it looks so chic!

    Alice
    www.happinessatmidlife.com

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  21. Awesome look! I am loving the hat and scarf - those two pieces are so cool they almost make it not matter with the rest. ALthough it would probably be cold to go butt naked with only hat and scarf ;)

    /Cindi

    www.cherriesandsunflowers.blogspot.com

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  22. I always find I am more in the spirit leading up to Christmas than at actual Christmas events. It just seems that I have to endure all the rushing, travelling and visiting quickly with family before moving onto the next thing.

    I am actually more at ease today sitting at home again relaxing.

    Loving this sleek dark look.

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  23. Really perfect look, lovely this scarf, perfect dear.

    http://freedmode.blogspot.fr/
    See you soon

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  24. I have to agree with Jane about liking the spirit leading up to the holidays! I do enjoy the sitting around the tree and opening gifts and stuffing yourself silly with goodies, but it's the baking and holiday aromas and lights that really get me and put me in the Christmas spirit.

    I love that plaid scarf on you, Lyddie! A Happy New Years is in order, I suppose. ;)

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  25. I love your scarf! xx
    fashionismyfirstlanguage.blogspot.ie

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  26. Ohmygod! I just saw you on extreme cheapskates lol! Your blog is fab :)

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  27. This might be my favorite look ever with the coveted Zara blanket scarf. You are so chic!
    xo Chelsea
    http://chelseapearl.com

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  28. Everyone has that scarf and I need it so badly! It looks amazing on you!
    Melanie @ meandmr.com

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  29. This look is perfect, I love that scarf and the hat is gorgeous!!!!

    www.plogstyle.com

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  30. It is crazy how quickly it goes away after all those expectations and rush to be ready to celebrate. Yet it was wonderful Christmas & I hope for you as well. I haven't done any sale shopping, I feel uninspired. I feel like stock what is out is nothing much & most of it's 20% off not us usual 50% or more.
    This is such a great classic look. I love how few simple accessories can change all look.
    xoxo
    Ramona

    http://www.ramona-strikeapose.blogspot.ie/

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  31. Christmas always seems to go by so fast! The after Christmas sales are very tempting :)

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  32. love the big plaid scarf! such a cute outfit!
    kelseybang.com

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  33. I know, I hate that Christmas is over so soon. But I'm definitely looking forward to the after Christmas sales! Love the plaid scarf! I feel like everyone has one but me!
    ~Jessica
    Jeans and a Teacup

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  34. Amazing outfit, I love your scarf.

    www.blondeincashmere.com

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  35. Such an amazing scarf!
    xo, Jane
    http://www.fitfabfunmom.com

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  36. Love the black and the scarf! Great combo!

    xxJustine
    sobeanie

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  37. Wow you look so edgy and chic!
    http://soworkweekchic.blogspot.com

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  38. Great look! I've decided my plaid scarf makes everything better. Hope you had a wonderful Christmas! It did seem to go quickly.

    Amy Ann
    The Real Arnolds

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  39. I feel the same way; I did most of my shopping online and now I'm really itching to shop "for real". I love this classic, chic ensemble! Pinning for winter inspiration!

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  40. I agree-Christmas is always over in a flash. I didn't do any in store shopping either--way too crazy. But I did take advantage of some of the sales on 12/26 online.

    Although I have a ton of hats, I still want yours. Lovely look!
    www.ohtobeamuse.com

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  41. Love this look! Your boots are fabulous!

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  42. Fabulous outfit! Looks so good on you Lydia! Christmas always flies by. I'm looking forward to Spring wear. HaHaHa
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  43. Like you I want to hit the stores… but my closet is so full it would almost be a sin.

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  44. haha oh the dilemma of wanting to do a huge shopping haul when we know we really shouldn't ;)

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