Are you looking for the perfect holiday outfit? Or, how about just updating your wardrobe for the cold months ahead? Here’s a look at what’s hot for the holiday and winter seasons.

First of all, the little black dress is not going away anytime soon! It is still popular and it just keeps reinventing itself.

There are many versions of the little black dress in fabrics that are crinkled, shirred and textured for variety. From the full length strapless black gowns to the black tops that double as mini dress in the spring, the little black dress is still a popular choice for your party needs. For the holidays, you can pair your black dress with satin heels or flats and one of the new metallic or beaded purses.

Something you will see more and more of from designers is “transitional” clothing. These are items that can be worn one way and then can transition into an entirely different look and outfit.

I found a great example of this at Frankey’s located at 1300 E. 86th street in Nora. It is called the “convertible skirt.” It is a long, soft, silvery black skirt from designer Rozae Nichols. Nichols, by the way, won an innovative designer of the year award at the 2006 Fashion awards in Los Angeles.

The skirt paired with a jacket makes a great outfit for evening. But, with one tug, the skirt pulls up to a mid-length dress. Add a sheer top and satin platform round toes shoes and you have a fashionable outfit for the holidays.

Frankey’s owner, Mariea Best, says enamels, shiny metallics and velvet, textured purses and shoes are all big this holiday season. Colorful patent and satin flats are popular. Boots for men and women are found in bronze, gun metal and silver tones.

The “new” black this season is a softer version of the traditional black.

At Dolce Sorella, located at Fall Creek and Brook School, I found a couple more versions of the little black dress. They also carry a wide array of the high-heeled round-toed shoes that are so popular this fall. I didn’t see any blue suede shoes, but they did have them in red, black and leopard print!

For jewelry this season, it is the year of the retro-inspired bold baubles. That’s right, when it comes to costume jewelry the rings are big and covered in sparkling faux gems. A must have for your favorite holiday outfit!

It is nice to know your little black dress is still in style for the holidays, just take advantage of all the sparkle jewelry and metallic accessories to dress it up, and you are set for the party season!

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