I Dream of L'Amour

Illustrated by Jacqueline Davis Moranti

That time of the year has come around again, and I don't mean ugly sweater parties! It's time for the glitz and the glamour of ringing in the new year in serious style. I find that there way too many choices for one to find an NYE outfit but not many can offer up the quality. Lately when I'm purchasing a wardrobe piece, I take into consideration how much time was put into making this item and how well it will translate with everything. Timelessness is everything when building the perfect wardrobe because who wants to be stuck with a rainbow colored cocktail dress for the next ten years or so?! I've recently discovered Shop L'Amour for some amazing NYE finds! 

Upon browsing the Shop L'Amour site, I fell in love with it instantly! The fashion featured fed my sartorial needs and I found myself imagining situations in which I was wearing various L'Amour pieces! After all, lusting over fashionable pieces is normal--- or at least I justify it as so! L'Amour is a shopping destination that brings together style influencers. When I look for party pieces, I try to go for things that can mesh well with my wardrobe and personality, naturally I veered over the black and white pieces! I love clean white slates or palettes of black to work with, they're the best to accessorize with. Shop L'Amour has the dreamiest white dresses, perfect for the minimalist loving style maven! I could see myself wearing one (see below) to a holiday party with gold jewelry, tall Stuart Weitzman boots and a little leather jacket. 

Jumpsuits are still in feasible options for NYE, if it's a really chilly night it would probably be a better party suit than a dress. This jumpsuit (two) is the most unique and beautiful one I've seen in a long time, pin stripe details, wide legs, deep plunge and tuxedo inspired. The most feminine "Tomboy" look I've ever seen! With all of it's details, you wouldn't even need to accessorize it too much, just a fancy clutch and cape and you're good to go!

Fringe never goes out of style, it's fun and it draws attention! If you're planning on going dancing, try four to really shake things up! Make a statement in dip dyed fringe and have fun while doing so. This is another piece that doesn't need much "decorating" just a pair of strappy heels.

I can appreciate jewel tones especially when it's portrayed in metallics. This daring dress (six) will make you a vision in green! The texture of the dress also captivates me, it sort of reminds me of reptilian skin or a mermaid's fin. With this dress, simple feminine jewelry will compliment it and a fun heel! I can see it now, dancing the night away and counting down the time with friends and loved ones in such a stylish manner! 

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Hopefully my dreaming and lusting has inspired you for your NYE holiday look! Shop L'Amour has inspired me to be fearless and trust my innate fashion sense, there's no excuses for not going to a party with this kind of insight! Luckily this weekend you can get 20% off of everything with free shipping by using the code NBC20 during check out! As if there wasn't already enough to fuel your incentive! Fortunately for all of my dear readers, I'll be hosting a giveaway for $100 gift card to Shop L'Amour! One entrant will have the opportunity to win the gift card and shop to her heart's content for the ultimate NYE and beyond dress! All you have to do is enter below for your chance at winning! Contest will run from December 6th- 19th, international entrants are allowed and winner will be chosen at random. If winner does not respond within 48 hours, a new winner will be chosen at random.