Tee: Printed Burnout Jersey T-Shirt (Net-a-Porter, $42)

From Left, Earrings: Alexis Bittar Teal Drops ($130) Ring: Rachel Zoe Square Ring ($165) Bag: BCBG Thea Clutch ($98) Shoes: Ann Taylor Strappy Sandals ($178) Jacket: Kovach Blazer ($295) Pants: Minnie Pant ($118)

From Right, Earrings: Deco Chandelier Earrings ($45) Bag: Leopard Haircalf Clutch ($68) Shoes: Babbett Satin Pump ($130 +30% off) Skirt: Rachel Zoe Abbey Skirt ($425)

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Now that we’re headed into November, it’s probably time for a preemptive post about holiday attire.  Here are two outfits for those of you who plan on making the rounds on the social circuit.

For a Holiday Dinner.  This outfit combines the flirty, pretty t-shirt with a tuxedo blazer and a pair of skinny trousers.  When paired with the right accessories, this classic combination has a chic metropolitan flair.

This tuxedo blazer has long clean lines with the perfect satin lapel.  I just adore the cut of the jacket, especially in contrast to the oh-so-slim trouser.  If you’re trying to nab this look for less, Tahari has a lovely option for $139 and Lauren Conrad has a $49 version at Kohl’s.

I chose a slim ankle trouser from J.CREW.  I elected for black, but you could also wear a raspberry, burgundy, cobalt or off white pant if you prefer.  You could also liven things up with a sequin pant or a leather trouser.

I chose a simple strappy sandal for ease, but you could also do a dramatic platform heel.  But whichever style you choose, select something with a low vamp, a bit of foot helps balance the look of skinny trousers. 

The rest of the accessories are a mix of teal and art deco.  You could go for a red clutch, but that seems like an obvious choice.  Teal or burgundy or cobalt would be better.  As for the jewelry, if you’re looking for a less expensive ring with a similar look, this Sabine ring has the same deco flare.

For the hair, I would wear it in a high, bouncy ponytail.  I might even grab some black ribbon and tie a bow in it, or just wrap it around the elastic.  For the makeup, I would choose a dramatic winged liner with silver shadow and grey accents.  And I would definitely paint my nails a deep purple like NARS Endless Night.

For a Holiday Cocktail Party.  Every year, I dust off my cocktail dresses for the holiday season.  I have one burgundy, one black and one charcoal with sequins.   They make the rounds, and then head back in the closet.  This year, I think it would be nice to do something a little different.

Here, I paired the t-shirt with a sequin maxi with bow detail at the waist and dramatic slit.  Looking for something similar? This sequin ruched maxi is $195 and this Calvin Klein option is $140.  With a plain skirt, I would tuck the shirt in and maybe, I’d add an inexpensive bow belt.

I kept the accessories simple with deco chandelier earrings and a grey leopard clutch.  I chose these peep toes, but if you wanted to take a risk and be really fashion-y, you could try a rocker-chic ankle boot. 

For the hair, I would put curl my hair into tight waves, mess it up with some texturizing spray, tease the crown and then pull it into a messy low bun.  For the makeup, I would do an Old Hollywood look with black kajal liner, a gold wash on the eye lids, full brows and a red lip.