Go for Glam

The holidays are the one time of year when being over-the-top doesn’t get a side-eye from the rest of the room. From delectable dinners to fairytale fetes, this time of year is a feast for all senses. It’s also the ideal time to take some personal style leaps – and this winter is all about playful adornments.

Take Adobe’s recently unveiled Project Primrose. This cutting-edge digital cocktail dress can change pattern with just a touch, powered by sequins that act as hundreds of little screens. And while this dress isn’t available on the racks just yet, you can take its whimsical nature to heart as you spruce up your own wardrobe.

If you’re the type that needs to ease into a trend, start small with pieces accented with rhinestones, pearl buttons, or intricate beading and textural elements like ruffles or ruching. If you’re ready for some serious gilding, look for high-shine metallics, sequins, fringe, tassels, feathers, or even super-sized bows. You want embellishments that embrace movement, playing off lights as you walk and even dancing along to that unrelenting Mariah Carey song this time of year. Happy Holidays!

Adaleigh high low GOWN and rhinestone multi-fringe EARRINGS, both available at ZIA Boutique

Martina JUMPSUIT available at Trés Bleu Boutique; Melissa Tyson Designs RINGS

Akila Watercolor GOWN and Having a Moment BRACELET, both available at ZIA Boutique; Melissa Tyson Designs RINGS

MODEL: Michal Cheshire

HAIR & MAKEUP: Adrianne Lugo

WARDROBE: ZIA Boutique & Trés Bleu Boutique

To view more of photographer and stylists Drewe & Kate’s work, go to dreweandkate.com

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