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I’ve wanted to blog about this night and maybe this is in time for your New Year’s Eve plans. I was invited to the Nordstrom Christmas Party at Waterside Shops in Naples, Florida, where we were met with champagne, wine and delicious hors’oeuvres . I was able tackle my shopping list and had a grand time while doing so! Anyway, what to wear to this event? I went digging in the closet. Sometimes you hold on to a dress because it’s easy to wear, easy to launder and feels great. I brought out a Laundry by Shelli Segal dress that I’ve had for …well…, let’s just say it’s been a while.  I’d been to Chicago 10 days before the party and at Nordstrom bought a great pair of black Christian Dior heels that are fabulous as well as comfortable.  Juicy by Juicy Couture on Oak Street had fun stockings and leggings and I paired these new purchases with my “back of the closet” dress. The John Hardy earrings and bracelet didn’t overwhelm the look and the little eggplant Prada purse added a nice touch. The whole outfit was a big hit and compliments confirmed I did a good job. So if you haven’t picked up a new outfit for your New Year’s Eve party, maybe it’s time to go shopping in your closet!

NARS is a great line.  I was introduced to Nars a few years ago at Saks who had a NARS makeup artist in that day.  She put together a color combination for me that was the best I have seen in my _ _ years!  Anyway, I’m hooked!  I travel between Saks and Nordstrom in Chicago and Naples, Florida. It is highly-pigmented color, which is great for my complexion.  Here Amy Warp at Nars at International Plaza, Tampa, Florida, is giving me a few beauty tricks.  Thank you Amy!

I had to stop at this display because there were so many great shoes on display!  At the Macy’s at Coastland Center, Naples, Florida, GUESS is giving us shoe lovers fun fashion at affordable prices.  I was pleasantly surprised as I tried on a few pair.  Now let’s see, how many pairs of shoes and boots can I bring home today….??

Animal print is in but it’s truly a classic.  While it’s best not to overdue it, Ralph Lauren displays a lovely flowing dress in an all-over print that is elegant and fresh.  This would be a great addition to your closet for so many occasions.  This black dress is another example of why we love black dresses!

These dresses are displayed at the Macy’s at Coastland Center, Naples, Florida.

Sometimes you see something that is so lovely, you literally have to “stop and smell the roses.”  Here are pictures of a fantastic arrangement begging to be photographed.  The flowers smelled as lovely as they looked.  Beautiful …..!

French Connection is a fun line.  Although geared for the younger market, I always look through for my daughter or an occasional buy for me!  It’s a worthwhile look for all ages.  Here’s a few items I found while at Macy’s.  The one-shoulder black number with fuchsia under-bow is adorable.  Check it out, one and all!

I went to the Macy’s at  Coastland Center for bed sheets, but I always stop to see the “displays.”  I tell you, I’ve written about INC before, but this line never ceases to amaze me.  It is geared toward young (at heart) and younger alike with good quality and affordable price-point.  You’ll always find INC in my closet.  It is “trendy” without being “out” the next season.  The clothes fit well and are priced well.  Take a look at the jacket/shirt/pants combo.  The price for the jacket is $89, shirt $20, pants $69.  You’d wear this out!  You’d look on top of your game and could dress it up or down depending on shoes/boots, purse, jewelry.  The black/blue dress is $79 and again,  could be a staple this season.  Always love a print under a solid cardigan or jacket/coat.  Possibilities are endless.

Before I left the INC department, I happened to see a dress (silver/black) that I’m going to purchase.  Heels or boots, depending on the occasion.  Jewelry, makeup would determine the dress up or down.  Just great choices with a $79 dress.

INC, you have it goin’ on!  Love-love-love it!!