The Glamorous Rachel Bilson In Marie Claire Mexico + Highlights

I've been crushing on Rachel Bilson since 2003. I love everything about her in this Marie Claire Mexico editorial - the sequins, the cat-eyeliner, the drop dead beautiful laser cut gown. Her sequin look is exactly the vibe I go for year after year on New Years Eve. Adore!

Psssst, see below for highlights from the week.

1. I love my Mom! 19 signs your Mom is your best friend. Via thought Catalog. 

2. The official color of 2014 is....! Via Pantone.com.

3. Why aren't these old fashion dating habits cool anymore? (Thanks Dessert for sending this article over.) Via Thought Catalog.  

4. The Christmas DIY that you can eat. Via Honestly Yum.

5. The calf hair pouch that is perfect for traveling this holiday season. Via J.Crew.

6. How do you know when Christmas has arrived? Answer here. Via Man Repeller.

7. Your computer can be festive too with this holiday desktop wallpaper. Via LaurenConrad.com.

8. 100 notable books from 2013. Via NYTimes.com. 

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What Happens In Vegas

Today I am jet-setting to Vegas to let loose with a handful of my best girlfriends. I can't wait to let my hair down and dance the night away! Cheers to a glitzy glam getaway!

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What Are You Wearing On New Year's Eve?

I am a firm believer that New Year's Eve = an excuse to get dolled up and a little bit wild. Don't hold back when perusing your closet or shopping for the perfect dress or shoe for NYE. I say the bigger, the brighter, and the sparklier, the better!

Two years ago I wore Diane Von Furstenberg's Chiffon and Sequin Dress:

Here seen on Leighton Meester in Glamour (Dec. 2009):

But this year I am wearing Kate Spade's Twirl Dress. I bought it last January in New York and have been waiting for the right occasion to flaunt it. New Year's Eve feels appropriate!

Happy last minute New Year's Eve shopping!

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Glitter Me Good

Last night I went to a delicious sushi birthday dinner for my sister! To celebrate her special night, I stepped out in black sequin shorts because, although I love to wear sequins year-round, I am partial to them around the winter holidays. Sequins can be dressy at a Christmas party or fun and flirty on New Years' Eve. Go ahead and get your glitter on!

If you are looking for some sequins of your own try J.Crew, Calypso, Stella McCartney, Madewell, Haute Hippie, BHLDN, or Free People. 

The J.Crew Sequin Isabel Sweatshirt and the Free People Glitzy Sparkle Skirt both appeared on my Christmas wish list this year.

I also recently wore the Calypso St. Barth Aurora Sequin Gown. I loved the length, loose fit, and the way the sequins hit the light when I moved. 

Calypso St. Barth Aurora Sequin Gown

Calypso St. Barth Sequin Ankle Legging

Stella McCartney Indian Chiffon & Sequin Top

Madewell Sequin Shift

J.Crew Sequin Isabel Sweatshirt

J.Crew Sequin Strip Tee

Haute Hippie Faux Wrap Sequin Mini

BHLDN Gold Leaf Clutch

Free People Glitzy Sparkle Skirt

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