Wrapping up 2017. . . . . . . . . . .

If headed to a party, or to the North Carolina Symphony's

 annual New Year's Eve concert, I would love this outfit.

Elegant, yet casual and comfy. The lovely mix of rich velvet and smooth

 satin give black a wonderful gleam, definitely not dreary. . . . . . .

. . . . . . and this would be the shoe I would love (if I could still totter around on

 such high heels!), I think it's gorgeous and would add a little pop of color.

I will however be out in the night for New Year's Eve and this year the forecast

 is for very, very cold weather, but dry thankfully. We always head into downtown

 Raleigh for the huge First Night celebration.  

After joining in the People's Procession winding through downtown, we enjoy

 visiting several of the music venues, especially

 jazz, bluegrass, organ recital etc., we like a little of each. 

There are two fireworks displays, one after the procession for the children

 (of any age) who don't want to hang around until the midnight show - that's us!

So I'll be wearing a very warm coat over my tunic length cashmere sweater
 and fleece leggings, and of course my warmest pair of comfy flat boots with
 thick socks - cold feet can be so miserable on hard pavement. Warm gloves will be
a definite requirement. . . . . .and around my neck will be the
 wonderful Christmas gift knitted by my fabulous friend Ruth in England. . . . .a soft,
charcoal grey alpaca/wool snood (scarf and hat in one) - more on this lovely gift later.

~ Winter fashions from ZARA ~

What are you planning for New Year's Eve?