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Holiday Loungewear

December 20, 2018

It’s time to get cozy ☺️ The holidays are the perfect time to unwind and relax. I personally like to do my gift unwrapping and Christmas movie watching in super comfy, but still stylish, clothes. Below I have listed (and shown) some of my favorite holiday loungewear this season!

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Victoria’s Secret Satin Button-Up Romper

Nothing says luxe comfort like satin pajamas! This button-front romper from Victoria’s Secret comes in a few colors & prints and is lightweight fashion. I can certainly perfect myself waking up Christmas morning wearing it! The millennial pink option is super trendy and catches the lighting just right for perfect PJ pics.

J.Crew Factory Feliz Navidad Tshirt & Sweatpants

I love this Feliz Navidad shirt from J.Crew Factory (unfortunately looks like it’s sold out). It is a perfect way to represent my Latina side of the family as we usually say “Feliz Navidad” to one another on Christmas day rather than “Merry Christmas”. These super soft sweatpants are also from J.Crew Factory and are extremely comfy. They come in three different colors!

Other Loungewear I Like

Maëlle Beauty + XO Marshmallow Holiday Soirée

December 12, 2018

I love how the holidays really amp up your social calendar. So many festive events to attend! I have been a Maëlle Maker (influencers for Maëlle Beauty) for a little over a month now and have already attended three fabulous Maker events, the most recent being a holiday party with XO Marshmallow. The event was held at Maëlle Beauty’s HQ office in West Loop – aka the cutest, most picture perfect office EVER. Us Makers love their neon ‘Live Beautifully’ sign and the beautiful food spreads they always put together. Presentation is everything.

maelle beauty holiday party — Like this outfit? Shop it on my Shop My Instagram page!

The night kicked off with Holiday Mules and setting up shop at a Maker-style decorating table (custom Maëlle chef hats included). We chose from different assortments of icing, sprinkles, and shape cut outs to make our masterpieces on XO Marshmallow vanilla marshmallow squares. I’ve never been the best at arts & crafts, but I did like how my heart marshmallows turned out!

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Attending these Maëlle Maker events has helped me branch out in the blogger world and meet some amazing Chicago bloggers along the way. Many of us have become quick friends! I think the blogging world is amazing for this reason. The night was spent bonding over similar interests and helping each other create the most perfect Insta pics and stories. My kind of night for sure.

Maëlle Beauty is a cruelty-free cosmetics company based here in Chicago. What I like most about Maëlle Beauty is that they are community-based and focused. The Makers influencer program is a huge part of the company that helps to shape future products, spread awareness, and bring like-minded beauty gurus together. It truely is a great group of women and I’m excited to see what other events are to come!

XO Marshmallow is one of the most fun, aesthetically pleasing, creative small businesses I have ever come across. Fun fact: they are the world’s first marshmallow cafe! You can actually go into their store front, here in Chicago, for some Instagramable marshmallow fluff drinks & treats. The brand exudes millennial livelihood, which is why I was so excited to be able to decorate some of their marshmallows for myself!

Want to shop Maëlle Beauty products and support Sweating Champagne? Use the previous link to shop under my account and give a little commission back towards building Sweating Champagne into the brand I know it can be! My Maker code Alyssa10 will also get you $10 off your purchase! My favorite products right now are the Thermal Face Mask and their Enchanted Eyeshadow Palette.

Santa Baby Christmas Bar Chicago

December 9, 2018

Tis’ the season for all the Christmas pop up bars you can handle! New this year at Wrigleyville’s Deuces and the Diamonds Club is Santa Baby Christmas Bar, a pop-up bar that is exuding with Christmas spirit and one hell of a dance playlist. Not only is the bar decked out in holiday decor from head to toe, but also features a festive menu of drinks and sharables.

The first floor features sitting tables, the main bar, and a small bar/dance area. We went on a Saturday night and were able to snag an end spot at a table when we arrived, but it was so busy that it was hard to get service sitting so I recommend ordering to the bar and bringing it back to a table if possible. We decided to try the Jingle Juice cocktail in a Chalice (serves 2). It was delicious! The bar also passed out free water bottles all night which was a win-win.

My favorite part about the pop-up experience was the music. All of the songs on the first floor consisted of Christmas songs remixed with popular dance pop songs. My favorite of the night was Toxic mixed with Feliz Navidad. The songs on the second floor were a little bit different, still featuring holiday decor, couch sitting, and room to dance.

Some Things to Know Before You Go…

There is a coat check available. It’s $5 and cash only.

You can buy tickets ahead of time online. Having a ticket gets your expedited entry into the bar in front of those without Santa Baby tickets.

The pop-up is also open during the daytime for Sunday brunch. You can check out their calendar for upcoming events including holiday movie night, karaoke, gingerbread contests, and more.

What To Wear To a Holiday Event + The Perfect Holiday Heels

November 16, 2018

Who else is ready for turkey & stuffing?? 🙋🏽‍♀️ I feel like the holidays alway sneak up on us. From checking off your gift list to planning events, everything comes up sooo fast. For me, I always feel like I’m rushing to figure out what to wear for the holidays and never feel completely satisfied with the outcome due to this. This year I have come to the realization that you only need main item in your holiday outfit, whether it’s for a family gathering or work event, to make it a winner. An item that is something sparkly, metallic, and/or velvet to revolve the rest of your holiday outfit around!

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This year, I didn’t need to search far to find this magical item to complete my outfit. I came across it by accident when online shopping on ASOS and it immediately spoke to me; the most perfect holiday heels I have ever laid my eyes on. I mean come on, the whole heel is encrusted in RHINESTONES! Plus the satin raspberry color and pop of embellishment in the front is perfectly festive. What’s even better is that these holiday heels are currently on sale for 40% off (walk, don’t run)! I absolutely love their block heel and pointed toe combination.

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I think the easiest outfit to put together for any type of holiday event is a long sleeve shirt paired with a skirt and heels. Now this is the base of your outfit. There are many opportunities to spruce it up and customize it to your liking from once you have the base down. Tights, no tights. Jewelry, no jewelry. Pump heels, boot heels. Handbag, clutch. The options are endless! For this specific outfit I am wearing an embellished collared button up from MANGO, black flare skirt (from a few years ago – see similar options linked below), ASOS embellished heels, and sparkly Marc Jacobs clutch (from a few years ago – see similar options below).

Because I love everything sparkly and glam, here are a few more festive clutches that I love. I am biased towards a more holiday glam look, so all of these items are perfect to achieve this style. What holiday events will you be dressing up for this year? Comment them below!

Holiday Gift Guide for Her

November 6, 2018

Holiday Gift Guide for Her

Whether she’s been naughty or nice, find great gift ideas for every woman in your life with this year’s Holiday Gift Guide for Her! I absolutely love the holiday season. All of the shiny, sparkly items come out and it’s the perfect time to shower the people you love with thoughtful gifts. Not to mention my birthday is also in December! Keep reading for a full list of detailed holiday gifts and where to buy them.

Disclaimer: Some of the URLs below are through ShopStyle Collective, meaning that I receive a small commission on items purchased through the link used. Thank you in advance for supporting all the ways that make Sweating Champagne possible!

Kate Spade Winter Boots

I love everything embellished, so I am OBSESSED over these Kate Spade Rosalie Boots! The rhinestones, fur, and 1″ heel make them super stylish while it’s 100% sheep leather lining is perfect for Winter. They come in colors Roasted Peanut & Black!

Patagonia Los Gatos 1/4-Zip Fleece

It’s time to get warm and fuzzy. This 1/4-zip pullover jacket from Patagonia is perfect for watching a holiday movie and drinking a hot cup of hot chocolate. I want one!

14 Hands Wine

This gift is perfect for giving to your girlfriends and/or family (for those that are 21+ of course). 14 Hands wine tastes like $50 worth of perfection in a $12.99 bottle. Affordable and a crowd pleaser! Discover a yummy sangria recipe using their wine I blogged about here. My favorite blend from them is Hot to Trot smooth red blend. Bottles can be found in local Jewel, Mariano’s, and Whole Foods stores.

Bose Soundsport Free Wireless Earbuds

I have used these earbuds for about 6 months and absolutely love them. They stay in your ear through any workout, are perfectly subtle for commuting around the city, and have great sound. Read more about them here! Currently on sale!

Victoria’s Secret Flannel Romper

Who said holiday PJ’s had to be blah looking? Pajamas meet chic with this flannel romper from Victoria’s Secret. It is super cute and looks super comfy.

Cole Haan Waterproof Hiking Boots

For those living in a commuting city, you know how brutal winter can be. The subway steps are icy, the windy is howling, and all you want to do is take an Uber everyday instead of facing Mother Nature. These boots are stylish and perfect for those commuting outside.

Schrute Farms Sweatshirt

Any fans of The Office out there? Aka one of the best shows ever made. This sweatshirt from Etsy not only gives ode to this famous show, but is a cozy edition to your lounge wear.

Tumi Backpack

Tumi is known for being a trusted, durable travel accessory company. I have personally wanting one of their backpacks for the longest time. At $325 they are no small price, however they are super practical and stylish.

ASOS DESIGNS Embellished Heels

Probably the most perfect holidays heels, EVER (read all about them and an outfit to go with it in this post). They are sparkly, festive, and just the right height for any holiday gathering. These are currently on MAJOR sale!

Joriki Yoga Leggings

Joriki Yoga is a women-run company based in Humbolt Park here in Chicago. Their clothes are super cute and each purchase gives 10% back to a current charity of choice. I have a pair of their slouch leggings as well as essential leggings and love both. They also have really cool Chicago flag leggings that are very unique!

Ellis James Designs Travel Jewelry Keeper

For the jetsetter in your life, make styling while traveling easier with a fashionable jewelry organizer from Ellis James Designs! I personally love this jewlery organizer in the color cream, however all of their jewelry and makeup organizers are super cute.

Rose Gold Sperry Duck Boots

These waterproof duck boots are usually over $100, however you can find them on sale for just $80 here.

Keurig K-Cafe

Who loves coffee? Keurig’s new K-Cafe not only makes your favorite single-serve coffee, but now lattes and cappuccinos as well. Wouldn’t it be nice to save a few bucks and make your favorite drinks at home? AMEN.

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Kate Spade Leopard-Print Terry Hoodie

If you love leopard print like I do, you’ll love this terry hoodie from Kate Spade. I especially love the flattering ruffle waist detail to show your silhouette!

Spanx Faux Leather Leggings

These little babies are on hot trend alert right now. Spanx’s Faux Leather Leggings are fashionable for the season as well as flattering to the tummy, hips, and thighs area. Get these babies on sale during Black Friday/Cyber Monday!