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I felt like I should be walking the streets of Manhattan in New York! Chico's definitely makes me feel polished no matter what I wear. Want to add a slight edge to your holiday party look?
Really wish we could), but we can provide some holiday outfit ideas to make getting ready a little easier and, dare we say…fun? Our specialty is focusing on what you already own and adding in one or two key pieces to make your outfit more festive. If you're itching to get decked out in something that feels cozy but looks festive and cute, we've got you covered. Experts in the fashion space are sharing their ideas for holiday outfits, ahead, helping solve this dilemma before it even occurs. To this day, red and green plaid have remained festive staples, which leads us to a classic holiday outfit combination, tartan print and velvet. Make the duo work for 2021 by styling your favorite bodysuit with a luxe velvet blazer and midi skirt for an elegant and fancy look.
Two Gorgeous Jumpsuits I’ll Be Wearing On Repeat All Winter Long
We adore this stunning green duo—the color looks so incredibly luxe and will definitely stand out from all the emerald and forest greens making the rounds this time of year. Sometimes, the best outfits are the ones that we don't overthink. For instance, a classic sweater with bootcut jeans and kitten heels is a pairing that works year after year.
I was thinking maybe the coated denim boot it’s or the black frame le high flares. Really lean into the ‘70s vibes of this silver jumpsuit with some platform heels and a Farrah Fawcett blowout. It’s actually a pull-on design, with no zippers, so the fabric has more stretch than you might expect. As for the length, there are plenty of reviewers in the 5’7 to 5’10 range who say the length worked really well for them, but those on the petite end may find the legs require some hemming. InStyle is part of the Dotdash Meredith publishing family.
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A beaded dress feels especially festive, and this show-stopping number has a Gatsby-inspired vibe that’s perfect for the holidays. You can never go wrong with a suit for any holiday event." According to Rebecca Clarke, head of design at Nasty Gal, the slip dress is a wardrobe staple. For the holidays, she tells InStyle that she's especially loving slip dresses with a ruched side detail as a nod to the late 90s/Y2K moment.
They clip together to form a layered look or can be worn separately. A big plus for me is pieces that I can mix and match to get many different looks. This allows me to wear them beyond the Christmas holidays. As if all the fall clearance and Black Friday preview sales aren't exciting enough, Nordstrom just started a Triple Points event! Now through Sunday, 11/13, Nordy Club members can earn 3X the points when shopping in stores or online at Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack. It’s Wednesday, and that means time for What I Wore Lately!
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It's time for something much more sophisticated. Riff on these outfit ideas, and you'll be the chicest girl under the mistletoe. She is looking to add more polished business pieces to her wardrobe. In fact, I always looked for an excuse to wear them.
"Streetwear detail meets glamour for the holidays." An adjustable bow in back perfectly complements the ruffles on the front and sides of this beautiful midi dress. All that flounce gives it a distinctly feminine vibe, but with a grown-up twist so you won’t feel too girlish. The material is also wonderfully lightweight to give it some extra oomph while twirling on the dance floor.
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It still feels festive and seasonal without being quite so on the nose. And thanks to the elegant tied neckline, you don’t even have to stress over trying to find the right necklace to wear. Add small amounts of sparkle or pearl or gold embellishments to even the simplest holiday party outfits via these drop earrings, beaded necklaces, and hair bows. If you aren’t afraid of color, go bold and bright in red or green. There are ways to do this without looking like a Christmas tree. Look for darker versions of the color and updated silhouettes like the ones I’ve linked below.
This vegan leather moto jacket from Evereve can be worn both now and later. It includes a removable faux fur vest that can be worn on the inside or outside of the jacket or on its own. Still looking for an outfit to wear later as you ring in the new year? This next look is already hanging in your closet and it'll work for wherever you're headed.
However, an even easier option may be to go with a bright matching set, which you can make feel even more fashion-forward by colorblocking with your footwear. If you prefer a more understated but elegant look and tend to feel like a disco ball when you wear sequins, try wearing metallics. You can often get more wear out of these throughout the year than other traditional holiday pieces. Metallic shoes, in particular, are appropriate all year ’round. Scroll down to shop 10 of the best holiday outfits from DAILYLOOK. This dressy twist on a caftan is both comfortable and stunning, which is the ultimate party dress combination, in our opinion.
Julia's career began in 2015 at Bustle as a beauty and fashion writer. From there, she moved on to BestProducts.com, where she launched the Hearst start-up's beauty vertical as an editor. In 2017, she joined Elite Daily as a health and wellness reporter, and went freelance full-time in 2019. You can find some of her other bylines in publications like InStyle, INSIDER Reviews, WWD, MindBodyGreen, Shape, Eat This Not That, SheKnows, and more. The white polka dots on this sheer blouse remind us so much of gently falling snowflakes for a subtle winter nod that’s not too literal.
