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How to dress up without wearing a dress!

Take notes from street-style star/socialite Olivia Palermo, and turn your favourite blazer into party-worthy attire.

By Marta Sadowski

Updated October 10, 2018

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How to dress up without wearing a dress!

Weekend Style- Olivia Palermo

Style inspiration: Olivia Palermo

Looking to switch things up with your holiday party style? It's easy! Grab your favourite boyfriend blazer and belt it. Add a colourful clutch, faux leather skinnies, chic lace pumps and you're set to hit the town!

How to dress up without wearing a dress!

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Tux time

Blazer, $129, Zara.

How to dress up without wearing a dress!

Tux time

Luxe leather

Pants, $60, Zara.

How to dress up without wearing a dress!

Luxe leather

That’s a wrap

Belt, $6, New Look.

How to dress up without wearing a dress!

Peekaboo lace

Heels, $30, Aldo.

How to dress up without wearing a dress!

Peekaboo lace

Green with envy

Bag, $41, YOOX.

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