Hello Darlings,
Well, today is my Christmas. Yup, I celebrate Christmas twice, kind of….
As I am Ukrainian, I officially celebrate Christmas on January 7th with Christmas Eve dinner on the 6th and church the next day followed by family time ( which in case is going to be spent studying). Although we do exchange gift and have dinner on December 25, this Christmas is very traditional for my family. I love my culture and Ukrainian traditions and my family is very strict on following all of the rituals (they have been around for ages). This Christmas has nothing to do with gifts and gift giving; it is mostly spiritual and religious celebration (no Santa this time around: P). This is a very special time of the year for me. I usually get a bit nostalgic, as my family is in Ukraine…although one day I would love to go back to celebrate the holiday season with them once again, like the old times. ( Maybe when university is not going to stand in the way 
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Although I am not dressing up today, I do have an outfit to share from New York. I wore this for a night of awesome Italian cuisine and jazz…with Andrew and some of our friends.
Lately, I’ve been experimenting more with my clothes and totally obsessing over Marc Jacobs. And when I say obsessing with Marc Jacobs I am not kidding….I’ve bought 7 pieces from him in the last two weeks : S I just love his quirky touch! Although this outfit came quite unexpectedly to me ( I was drinking wine, got chilly threw on a sweater that was lying next to me… it turned out to be my new Marc sweater…looked into the mirror and was like “Hey! I love it! Andrew and friends agreed and we all left for dinner ) I loved the combination so much that I think that this is one of my favorite outfits from last year and possibly from this one ( hopefully not, but you get the point I love it) Yup, I even prioritize my outfits…and whenever I do not feel inspired or feel down, I look over some of my posts and re-wear the look (knowing that I love it and look fabulous).
I am wearing: Marc by Marc Jacobs Quilted Duo Hoodie ( from Holt Renfrew); Wilfred Bustier Tank ( from Aritzia); Free People Tutu ( a gift from Andrew); Calvin Klein Opaque Tights ( from Winners); Michael Kors Watch ( a gift from Andrew); Stella McCartney Sock Booties ( a gift from parents).
P.S. I decided to mention the stores along with the item brands and on-line links (if available) to make it easier for you to find the item 
I plan on doing this from now on for every outfit!
I think that the beautiful quilting (hard to capture with a camera indoors) of the material, the gold detailing of the buttons and the zipper and of course, the delicate puff at the sleeves and cute pockets give this sweater a touch of interest making it not so simple after all. It is very fun but can be easily dressed up or down! It works perfectly in the winter ( thanks to its double layer) and it looks adorable underneath my Mackage Leane leather jacket, or could even work by itself in the summer. I adore transition piece and usually am willing to spend extra for the ones that I really love, such as this piece…it was totally worth buying . Let’s just say…I love it!!! Te -He… I know, it is so silly to get excited over an outfit… but I just am and I am not very good at hiding anything (especially excitement)
Do you ever get really excited about an outfit…. (you know, the moment of “creative genius” and you come up with a wicked look and then feel totally “childishly” proud.) Or am I just a total “weirdo”?
Sorry, there are no polls available at the moment.
Well, I am off got some reading to finish… school is already kicking my behind!
Wishing Everyone a Beautiful Day!!!
With Love…
Marta
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You’re so leggy!
С рождеством!
and of course you look stunning
The idea about mentioning the stores is great, it will help a lot when searching for a particular item…
You look so adorable, I love the pairing of the bustier top and the tutu skirt! Like a pretty ballerina:)
Hope you have a great Christmas. I love having 2 cultures to my life as well: its so great to celebrate different traditions.
I love your outfit as well. Its definitely something to be proud about! I sometimes get really excited over an outfit. Its such a good feeling knowing that you’ve put some so well together.
You look gorgeous, darling! Hope to see this hoodie more in future posts
Love your long legs! That skirt is adorable. I was thinking of buying it many times, but never pulled the trigger =) I think it is cool you celebrate Christmas twice. Why not?! =) xoxo
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This might sound a bit narcicist but sometimes when I come up with a new outfit never worn before and I love it… I get this kind of satisfaction, so I picture it lol Then, when I’m uninspired I look at those photos and something good must show up!
Love the edgy touch that the jacket gives to the outfit - less doll, more “risqué”
xx
aren’t you stinking fabulous!?!! love, love, love. this outfit is perfection! you totally need to be on my “who looked better than you this week” blog!!!
Gorgeous outfit. I too am from another country and I totally know what you mean about loving traditions. They are a once in awhile thing and makes me so happy and excited to be with my family (at least the ones here with me in USA). Good luck with classes.
I love the bustier top!!! you look amazing! and have a great xmas!
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Yay! I like this outfit.
I wore this skirt frequently during the entire month of December with tights… though the bf complained that he thought that skirt was for summer only. 
Those booties are yummy.
They look so cozy!
Hi, great pics and happy new year! Love iole
I love the first photo, I supposed that’s Andrew.!!!!!
And i’m IN LOVE with the skirt.
I hope you had have a NICE New Year Eve
Merry Christmas to you and your family!!! I love MJ stuff too - just brilliant and your skirt is killer!
Happy new year and Merry Christmas! Looks like you had a blast in New York!
And I completely agree with feeling all giddy once you feel like you’ve aced a look! However, I find it slightly difficult to look good in this Toronto weather this week. With the snow and the freezing weather, it is so hard to find something that is both warm and cute!
OOOO, I’m definitely loving this outfit, especially the tutu! It’s so cute.
С прошедшим Рождеством Христовым <3
Merry Christmas, С Рождеством!
That skirt is lovely! So pretty. Also i really liked your liv post on books, there were a few I’ve been meaning to read on it, so now I’ll have to check them out for sure.