Happy New Year!

As we go into the new year, it's easy for one to feel defeated and unhopeful. 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone all over the world. It's true that these challenges are still continuing on, however, it is important to remain positive at times like these. Here at Dress Haute, we hope to spread positivity and hope. We are hopeful that 2021 will bring us many blessings despite the devastation 2020 has brought. As a community, it's important to come together this year to help support and love one another. Together, we will get through this!

We hope you all have a fun and safe New Year! Dress Haute can’t wait to see you all in 2021!

#LUVYOURSELF

New Year's Eve Outfit Ideas

New Year’s Eve may look a little different this year but that doesn’t mean you can’t dress up for the occasion. Whether you are staying in, celebrating virtually, or seeing family, start the New Year looking and feeling your best! Scroll to see the top New Year’s Eve fashion trends for some inspiration. 

1. Metallic Mini Dress

ASOS

2. Colorful Sweater

LOFT

3. Jumpsuits

Nasty Gal

4. Leather Pants

Aritzia

5. Mini Bags

Forever 21

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas from Dress Haute! We love this holiday because it is filled with everything we love. Christmas brings joy, family, and lots of sparkle!

If you are celebrating Christmas this year, be sure to soak in every moment. Take time to relax and enjoy all the little things like food, warmth, family, and friends. After this year, you deserve to have a special Christmas surrounded by everything you love. It’s time to celebrate the life we get to live every single day and be grateful for what we still have. Remember to squeeze your loved ones a little tighter this year, you never know who needs extra love and support during times like these!

We want to thank all of you for all your continued support, we truly love each and every one of you! Enjoy your time with family and friends, we hope this Christmas is everything you need and more. See you after the holidays, take care!

#LUVYOURSELF

How to Look and Feel Your Best During the Holidays

1. Relax! 

You may a huge to-do list this year but it’s important to give yourself time to relax. Read a book, take a nap, enjoy a cup of coffee, whatever you have to do to winddown do it! Your mind and body will be grateful. 

2. Gratitude 

This something that I have been doing a lot of recently! With all the craziness of this year, it’s easy to feel down and disappointed during the holidays. Start focusing on all the good things. Take the time to write down three things you were grateful for that day. Practicing gratitude can start a major shift in our attitudes and life. 

3. Get ready for the day 

Although its cold outside and you may want to lay around all day, get up and get ready! Feeling put together, fresh, and showered can always brighten someone’s mood. Simply changing from your pajamas into a different an outfit works. 

4. Smile! 

Going along with gratitude, it’s time to laugh and let things go. There’s a saying that I like to say, “Accept the things I cannot change and change the things I cannot accept”. Don’t let yourself feel booged down by all the things we can’t change this holiday season. Put a smile on your face and focus on you, family, and friends! 

Holiday Makeup

The holidays are a perfect time to be creative with your makeup looks! Adding gold eye shadows, red lips, and lots of shimmer is a great way to show your festive side this season. If you’re looking for some inspiration, you’ve come to right place. Here at Dress Haute, we love to get glammed up. Whether you’re planning a small gathering or just want to express yourself, these holiday makeup looks are perfect for every occasion! 

Smoky Eye

You can never go wrong with a smoky eye! This is a bold look that will make you stand out no matter where you are. Make sure to keep your lipstick neutral, letting your eyes shine! 

Red Lips

Make a statement with any look by adding a red lip. Whether its glossy or matte, nothing says Christmas spirit more than the color red!

Inner corner Sparkle 

Spice up your eyeliner by adding some shimmer to your inner and outer corners. This will take your soft winged liner to another level!

We are so excited to see all your holiday looks! If you try out one of our tips above, post a picture and tag us on social media, we would love to see it! Happy Holidays!

#LUVYOURSELF

Dress Haute Wishlist

Not sure what to put on your Christmas list this year? Don’t worry, Dress Haute has tons of gift ideas that are perfect for you or a family member. We created a list featuring some of our favorite gifts, available right here at Dress Haute. Check them out below, we hope you enjoy! 

1. Princess Club 

 The Princess Club is about encouraging young girls and women to learn self-expression, confidence, and self-love through life lessons, experience, and creativity. Ages from 2-18 can sign up to become a part of the Princess Club and receive our subscription boxes! These boxes are filled with goodies and exclusive perks for everyone to enjoy! 

2. Dress Haute’s 2021 Calendar 

Order our new Dress Haute Calendar now! You can order this by December 14th, just in time for Christmas. This is a great way to not only get a gift for your friend or family member but also give back to your community. A portion of proceeds will be benefiting Project Prom of Allegheny County! 

3.     Dress Haute Magazine 

Our first ever magazine is finally here! Our magazine will encourage young girls to accept and embrace diversity. We hope that this magazine will start the ongoing conversation of self-love. There are articles for inspiration, activities, DIY’s, and so much more!

4.     Custom mask or gown 

Do you have a friend or family member that loves to dress up? Stop in or email us about creating a custom mask or gown. This can be for an event or occasion, we’re ready to make your imagination a reality.  Make your loved one the dress of their dreams, unique just for them.

Giving Back This Christmas

The Holidays are all about giving back to those less fortunate. Here at Dress Haute, giving back to our community is very important to us. This year has been a difficult year for all of us and we wanted to do something special for those who are struggling during the holidays.

We have partnered up with Holiday Project this holiday season! Holiday Project is a fundraiser for the Allegheny County Department of Human Services. This project provides meaningful gifts to children in families who need support. Children that receive these gifts can range from newborn to young adults. There are many children out there who are in need of extra love and kindness during this time!

You can now adopt one of our angles to start spreading love this Christmas! Dress Haute is working as a drop off location where you can send a gift to one of our angels. If you are looking to make a difference this year, please join us in our mission of spreading love and joy.

For more information stop by our shop! If you are able to stop by and want to help, give us a call at (412)-398-7662. We would love to answer any questions you may have.

The Importance of Giving Thanks

Happy Thanksgiving! As this time of year rolls around, everyone is thinking about the perfect side dish to bring to dinner. Sometimes we forget to take the time to stop and remember why we do all of this in the first place. Thanksgiving is all about being surrounded by family and friends. Most importantly, it’s about giving thanks. But why is giving thanks so important? 

Gratitude, or giving thanks, is an appreciation for what we receive, tangible and intangible. It’s important to recognize all that we are grateful for as it improves our lives in many different ways. It can deepen our relationships, boost joy, reduce depression, and provides us with a sense of peace. 

As the craziness begins today, we at Dress Haute challenge you to slow down and practice gratitude. Before you start Thanksgiving dinner or even at the end of the night, think of three things that you are grateful for today. These can be simple things such as being grateful to wake up this morning. Go around the table or room and ask your family to participate! 

Dress Haute wishes you a Happy Holidays! We are grateful for each and every one of you. Thank you for supporting Dress Haute! 

#LUVYOURSELF

Black Friday Shopping Tips

Happy Holidays! Black Friday is right around the corner and it may look a little different this year. Shoppers are no longer camping outside of stores, waiting to bust down the doors in order to get the best deal. This year, many sales have moved online in hopes to have less crowds and maintain safe social distancing. If you are shopping online, here are a few tips to make sure your Black Friday experience goes smoothly! 

1. Start looking now!

Many stores have started the Black Friday deals early, some are even available now. Get a head start by looking at your favorite stores to see what deals they are offering. If the deals you’re looking for hasn’t started yet, make sure to research what time they will be available. 

2. Make a list 

Things can get crazy this time of year, even online. Make a list of the products and stores you want to buy from. This will keep you organized and help keep a clear head when it’s time to start shopping. 

3. Bookmark pages 

After you have made your list, bookmark each stores website on your computer. This will make it easier to shop and switch to different websites without searching each one. 

 Best of luck this year! Dress Haute hopes you get everything on your list! Most importantly, stay safe and healthy.