For those of you who won’t be donning a stylish party skirt this season, BGG has rounded up some of the hottest holiday frocks for all of your upcoming fêtes! Ring in the festive season with reasonably priced dresses that will take you from a business cocktail party to a lively family soiree. Getting dolled up for the holidays is one of the reasons why it’s my favorite time of year!

Do you purchase new dresses each year for the holiday season?

Flirty Satin & Tulle Party Dress by Mori Lee available at www.edressme.com for $112

Maggy London Belted Charmeuse Party Dress available at www.nordstrom.com for $105.90

Armani Exchange Luxe Ruffle Dress available at www.armaniexchange.com for $120

Gold Two-Tone Chiffon Bubble Dress available at www.edressme.com for $94

Sequin Chiffon Key-hole Dress available at www.bebe.com for $90.30

Jessica McClintock Single Shoulder Party Dress available at www.dillards.com for $90

Max & Cleo Sleeveless Taffeta Ruffle-Hem Dress available at www.macys.com for $148

Holiday Dazzle Shirred Sexy Dress available at www.bebe.com for $83.30

Silence & Noise Ruffle Tie-Back Party Dress available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $78

Gone are the days when women only wore basic, plain tights. This fall the choices are virtually endless! Now you can easily choose from a wide variety of cool and creative leg wear at just about any store.

Whether you prefer a funky fishnet or a preppy argyle motif, you’re sure to find a pair of tights that will give your gams warmth without sacrificing style!

Do you typically purchase textured tights or basic opaque hues?

Betsey Johnson “Layer It” Diamond Tights (2-pack) available at www.nordstrom.com for $30

Ribbed Tights available at www.bebe.com for $24

HUE Houndstooth Sweater Tights available at www.nordstrom.com for $21

Heather Hip Diamond Tights available at www.nordstrom.com for $8.90

HUE Openwork Tights available at www.nordstrom.com for $13.50

Spanx Dream Catcher Tights available at www.nordstrom.com for $28

Paisley Tights available at www.freepeople.com for $28

Trellis Tights available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $14

Cable-knit Tights available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $18

HUE Argyle Sweater Tights available at www.nordstrom.com for $13.50

You know the saying, “diamonds are a girl’s best friend?” Well, that’s true but the reality is that we’re BFFs with anything that will make us look more fab and nothing does that like a few hot accessories! This season, drape yourself in inexpensive costume jewels, brooches and hair adornments for a dose of instant glam. Now is the time to add decadence to your ensembles with bold statement pieces that don’t cost a fortune.

Check out some of these must-have accessories of the moment:

Kenneth Jay Lane Rounded Square Cocktail Ring available at www.bloomingdales.com for $80

Jeweled Metal Headband available at www.forever21.com for $8.80

New York & Co. City Style Medallion Necklace available at www.nyandcompany.com

Metal Beaded Bracelet available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $24

Egyptian Silver Hoops available at www.girlprops.com for $9.99

Ann Taylor Faceted Stone Spray Brooch available at www.anntaylor.com for $40

Armani Exchange Rhinestone Cluster Necklace available at www.armaniexchange.com for $38

Do you ever wear costume jewelry or other faux accessories to add flair to your outfits?

After writing last week’s post about celebrity closets, it got me thinking about the renowned fashion designers of the world. Have you dreamed of wearing a gorgeous one-of-a-kind Oscar de la Renta evening gown or perhaps a custom-made party dress designed by fellow BG, Tracy Reese? There are so many wonderful designers who create beautiful garments from everyday wear to extravagant couture pieces.

If you could chose a famous designer (Project Runway contestants included LOL!), living or dead to design an outfit of your dreams, who would it be and for what occasion? While you’re pondering, check out one of my first BGG interviews with fashion designer Joan Vaccianna, maybe you’d like her to design for you one day!

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As I’ve said many times, I absolutely love the fall for one thing – the fashions. To me, it just isn’t the fall until I slip on a cute and cozy turtleneck dress! This classic item is easy to wear and is extremely versatile. Not only are these dresses comfortable, but are also the perfect backdrops for jewelry and accessories. For a sexy mod-inspired look, pair with tall boots or toss on tights to create a sophisticated chic style on those super chilly days. Plus, they can be worn at work and easily transformed for nights. Either way, a turtleneck dress is a key piece to have during the fall/winter months!

Do you own a turtleneck dress? If not, would you buy one this season for the right price?

Lorrae Turtleneck Sweater Dress available at www.forever21.com for $32.80

Turtleneck Sweater Dress available at www.victoriassecret.com for $78

Fashionista Brown Jersey Belted “Sandy” Turtleneck Dress available at www.bluefly.com at $109

Adriana Papel Knit Turtleneck Dress available at www.nordstrom.com for $158

Cotton & Cashmere Turtleneck Dress available at www.victoriassecret.com for $78

Interlock Turtleneck Tent Dress available at www.americanapparel.com for $40

La Made T-Shirt Turtleneck Dress available at www.revolveclothing.com for $61

Petunia Turtleneck Dress available at www.edressme.com for $172

Jones New York Turtleneck Dress available at www.bloomingdales.com for $130

Women’s Turtleneck Sweater Dress available at www.oldnavy.com for $34.50

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In the celebrity-obsessed world that we live in, we see what the stars are wearing from their glamorous red-carpet moments to their mundane visits to the 7-Eleven.

Ever find yourself saying, “Ooh I want those shoes” or “She always looks so pulled together?” If you had to choose, what celebrity’s closet would you love to raid? Do you dream of rocking Mariah Carey’s incessant sky-high stilettos, snatching Kimora Lee’s luxe Louis Vuitton collection or donning Tracee Ellis Ross’ eclectic retro wardrobe?

For me, I’d have to raid Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon’s closet. She has an enviable sophisticated chic style with just the right balance of trends.

Share your closet coveting confessions!

Kimora Lee surrounded by her precious possessions.

A glimpse into Mimi’s enormous shoe collection.

Eva Longoria-Parker in her gorgeous and glamorous closet.

photo credit: InStyle (celebrity closets)