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2011-12-16

Holiday Musings

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Jeans? Calvin Klein Outlet Turtleneck? h&m Sequin shirt? Thrifted Cuffs? Auction
Boots? Ash, Winners

I wore this last weekend to a holiday party with some of my oldest friends. And by oldest friends, I mean, friends I have had a long time, not friends advanced in years... Though I have those too! True fact, old ladies love me... these cheeks get pinched a lot. Not that I am bragging...
I've been friends with the one girl at the party since Grade 1. I might have mentioned it before but, I moved to Canada that year, knowing 6 English words, so it was natural I befriended the only other girl in my class who understood dutch. And then, when I learned 57 more English words, I stole her best friend. And we've been friends since...
I know holiday parties are simply a chance to wear shiny things, drink eggnog (sidenote: I used to think it was delicious but now I can't handle it... you?) and eat a whole lot of unhealthy but I can't help but turn a little sentimental. I don't see these girls as much as I used to, they are all extremely busy mothers and I am busy teaching my cats synchronized swimming routines and it's so nice to see everyone again. I wore a lot of bridesmaids dresses back in my day for these ladies and now some of them have 3 kids already! My mind blasts but my heart is full. We've been blessed.

21 comments :

Patricia said...

I love this outfit. Also, please wear these pants more. I need more inspiration for my red pants... and yes I know there is a lot out there already. But I like your inspiration the best. Maybe its the sequins.

Also, I wish that I had friendships that lasted that long. That is really awesome and something to cherish.

And eggnog is gross and always has been.

The end.

The Suburb Experiment said...

I think it's neat you've remained friends. I moved around so much as a kid it was hard to form lasting friendships. But I've held on to my college friendships like a mofo.

Eggnogg - only good in coffee. Also, no, ESPECIALLY, when it's spiked. :)

Jenn
The Suburb Experiment

Emily {tomorrow never knows} said...

YOU LOOK LIKE A SUPERHERO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Secondhand Stella said...

I love hanging out with friends you have known forever. Its so comforting.

Love the double cuffs.

Unknown said...

You have the best collection of sequin-covered clothing. I am jealous of you for that fact! I am not a fan of eggnog, but every few years, I give it another sip to see if I've changed my mind and so, far I have not. I've been informed I need to try my boyfriend's grandfather's eggnog recipe, but the occasion hasn't arisen yet, so I am still anti-eggnogg.

Anonymous said...

Thanks for the inspiration. I've got two holiday parties this weekend and I'm still trying to figure out what to wear! I definitely need to work my red denim into this weekend. You're awesome!!!

Linaya said...

Thanks for the inspiration. I've got two holiday parties this weekend and I'm still trying to figure out what to wear! I definitely need to work my red denim into this weekend. You're awesome!!!

Unknown said...

Ooohhh... I love that sparkly top and the red jeans combo!

De Facto Redhead said...

I love the sequined top! I am always scanning the thrifting racks for sequined finery, but haven't yet come up from the depths of discoloured black, pilled sweaters, and belly tops with a true all-hail sequined find.

Unknown said...

Loving the sequins and the red pants!

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Please may I? said...

What a great combination. Loving the top.

X x

Anonymous said...

Oh wow love how you've glammed the red skinnies! happy weekend!

Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries

Victoria said...

Just want to let you know that I really enjoy reading your blog in 2011. Wishing you more beautiful and stylish in 2012. Happy Holiday!

Outside Looking In said...

Love the humor mixed with sentiment. Very nice! I like the outfit too!

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Meg said...

Your stories are the best, Yen.

Also the best, as far as holiday drinks are concerned, is eggnog (in my humble opinion). I like to tone mine down with milk. It's also great in milkshakes.

April said...

Always fun to wear sequins! (Holidays or not!) And I've never 'done' eggnog...just the name itself makes me want to gag!

Anonymous said...

Cute outfit, especially the sequins!

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Amanda @ Life with A.Co said...

Synchronized swimming routines?!!?! I laughed out loud. Yes!!

Anonymous said...

do you realize that you've known some of us for more than a decade???!!! crazy......it was fun! And I think that red pants are going on my Christmas list......

Lindsey

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Malin said...

Just stumbled upon your blog and I like it. A lot!! As in following-a lot.
Also, loving the red trousers, I have some too, but need more red-trouser-wearing inspiration!