While I’d love to use holiday parties as an excuse to shop, who has the money to buy a new outfit for every occasion? Not this girl! Instead, choose a versatile dress that you can make fancy or casual and use it all season long.

Check out the outfits I built around this red ModCloth dress:

dress: ModCloth; earrings: Marc by Marc Jacobs; necklace: Betsey Johnson
cardigan: Zara; bag: Cole Haan; shoes: SoYouShoes; tights: Wolford
dress: ModCloth; scarf: Simply Vera Vera Wang; pants: American Eagle
cardigan: Mango; bracelet: Juicy Couture; shoes: TOMS
dress: ModCloth; earrings: Kate Spade; necklace: Coast; jacket: ModCloth
tights: Commando; clutch: Lulu Townsend; nail polish: OPI; shoes: Bakers

They couldn’t be more different, right? If you pair one of your favorite staples with different combinations of accessories, no one will be the wiser!

Do you plan on using the same dress for different parties this holiday season?

Finally!

Zara, the beloved Spanish clothing and accessories retailer, launched its online shop in the US yesterday.

I have to tell you, I love their clothes! They’re perfect for building up your wardrobe. With so many classic shapes, neutral prints,  and solid staples, Zara pieces are perfect for mixing and matching.