You asked: What to wear to a Mardi Gras-themed party

I was so excited when this little e-mail landed in my inbox Friday! I love helping people find the perfect outfit, and I love this question because it’s Mardi Gras themed and we can skip right over Valentine’s Day! Purple, gold and green are such fun colors to work with, so let’s get started!

I think the perfect combo here would be a purple, gold or green casual dress paired with accessories and ballet flats to dress it down. Or try wearing a skirt with a Mardi Gras colored top. It’s important to be comfortable, but I’d much rather be over dressed than under dressed. Plus, it’s a party, so don’t be afraid to step it up a bit! When creating these outfits, I tried to stick to stores found in Louisiana like Forever 21, Wet Seal, Target, etc. I wouldn’t rely on online shipping dates since the event is coming up so soon — Who doesn’t love a trip to the mall anyway?
Product Information: Ruffled Silk Dress from Forever 21, $34; Gold Knot Flats from Hot Topic, $24; Emerald Stud Earrings from Zales, $33; Nicole by OPI polish from Sears, $8
Product Information: Purple Top from Forever 21, $7; Simple Linen Blend Skirt from Forever 21, $14; Workman Lace-Up Boots from Forever 21, $28; Tights from Modcloth, $18; Jeweled Feathered Earrings from Urban Outfitters, $20
Product Information: Skinny Cargo Pants from Target, $14; Natalie Lace Top from Forever 21, $12; Wild Diva Ankle Boots from Endless, $27; (OR similar purple ankle boots from Target, $30); Bangle Set from Forever 21, $11
Product Information: Capricious Cardigan (Perfect colors!!) from Forever 21, $23; Seamed Mini Skirt from Wet Seal, $17; Ruched Satin Flats from Forever 21, $19; Earrings from Aldo, $12

p.s. I also found this dress at Macy’s. It’s the perfect colors! I hope these outfits will give you some ideas! Thanks for writing in

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