leopard layers

coat: ASOS leopard coat (only $100)

top: J.Crew Factory turtleneck (thin & perfect for layering)

pants: Storets sequin leggings (lined with fleece!)

heels: Steve Madden "Stecy" heels (now under $60!)

lipstick: Nars "Heatwave"

All Photos | Kate Davis Photography

When Blair, of Atlantic-Pacific fame, posted this leopard + pink + black outfit (almost 3 years ago!!), I immediately purchased the coat & shoes, and then proceeded to wear them together (outfit here - ignore the scary alley picture, including my neighbors' dumpsters!) - but seriously, does she ever have an off fashion moment?

Several seasons later, this coat is still a favorite cold weather piece of mine (linked an almost exact one, plus several similar ones below)! 

This year, I'm loving it with a black foundation & a touch of sparkle! This "tissue" turtleneck (only $17) has proved to be an awesome layering piece, but if you aren't into having your neck snuggled in warmth (haven't you heard, thanks to Drake, turtlenecks are totally trending!), I also love this boat neck tee from J.Crew Factory (under $20), or the fancy ruffle on this black tee that totally amps up the chic factor!

These sequin leggings are fleece lined & perfect for a night of drinks & exchanging gifts with girlfriends. The exact pair is still available (here, under $30), but I'm also crushing on this dark green trouser version (a total splurge!), & the gold sequins on this pair (under $25).

Would you rock a leopard coat or sequin leggings? How about both at once!

Don't forget to enter the $100 shopping gift card giveaway -- it's super easy to sign up!

Bloggers Who Budget: Holiday for Less

{What I Wore: J.Crew Factory blouse // Storets sequin leggings (now on sale! Other options linked below) // Steve Madden heels // earrings ℅ Amelia Rose Design // Lipstick ℅ Glossybox, by The Lip Bar }

All Photos | Kate Davis Photography

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It's time for another installment of Bloggers Who Budget! Every part of my life is focused on my budget - including holiday shopping, & festive party wear! These sequin leggings are under $30 & are a fun update for any holiday gathering from now until the New Year!

Are you into budgets too? Be sure to link up your Holiday Look featuring an fabulous item for under $75. Grab the button here, & link up below!!

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Bloggers Who Budget Link-Up Details: The Bloggers Who Budget ladies would like you to join in on the fun every 3rd Monday of the month, starting 8 AM EST! The BWB link-up is all about sharing how you shop on a budget. Each month will have a theme, which will be announced ahead of time. We want YOU to join in the fun of styling something around our monthly themes & can’t wait to see it!

Want to join the BWB link-up? The third Monday of each month at 8 AM EST, you can head to any one of our blogs to link-up your post. We kindly ask that you please follow all of our blogs (via Bloglovin’, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest or Instagram!). Also, please provide a link to this in your post or add the button below to your blog. If you tweet, please use the hashtag #BloggersWhoBudget

Shop Sequin leggings below: Also from a boutique here.

Get ready for the next Bloggers Who Budget post. January will be Winter for Less ($75 and under), and February's link up party is featuring Leopard for Less ($75 and under)!

SparkleLouder

{ What I Wore: J.Crew Blythe Blouse // Storets sequin leggings (they run SMALL, see my similar picks below) // Zara glitter heels (crushing HARD on these) // "fashionably late" watch ℅ Rakani }

Despite my best efforts to always be on time, if not early, I am consistently failing. So this watch from Rakani that shows the time it is now & +5 minutes is perfect for keeping me on my toes. I am going to be so ready for that December 31st midnight countdown! 

Also, don't forget: Hpnotiq’s SparkleLouder contest ends this Sunday (12/8/13)! To enter, Hpnotiq challenges you to upload a pic showing how you plan to Sparkle Louder on New Year’s Eve - whether it’s a glam outfit, you with your girlfriends or a selfie. Then use Hpnotiq’s “SparkleLouder” app to make your photo shine! 

Every entry gives you more weekly chances to win one of 20 EFFY Diamond & Blue Topaz Rings Sweepstakes Prizes (four each week)! The entry that Sparkles the Loudest will win the Grand Prize: A New Year’s Eve trip for you and three girlfriends to New York City for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the ball drop in Times Square!

While I won't be shaking my groove thing in NYC on NYE, I do have some pretty exciting plans. Well, they include wearing these fleece lined sequin leggings & sipping on some delicious drinky-drinks with 20 of my friends at a cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains! I get my sparkle fix without leaving the comfort of my home cabin - winning!

What are you New Year's Eve plans?
My tip: If you need some instant sparkle just add sequin leggings!