If the thought of wearing Emily Cooper’s lit-up Christmas sweater makes you want to log off, consider this your sign to do holiday dressing differently. With Christmas just a week away, the calendar is filling up with dinners, catch-ups, and last-minute plans, which means winter outfits are officially on full display.
Yes, an ironically funny (borderline ugly) sweater will always have its moment, we’re thinking something more classy. If you’re currently staring into your closet, here’s our curated guide to pulling together an easy look for every kind of Christmas occasion.
PS: In case you’re late to see this, here are some same-day delivery brands to check out.
Dinner with Friends
Whether in-house or out in the city, a Christmas dinner with friends means more than a brief catch-up. As furs are the trend of the season, there’s no reason to put them away for the winter. Fur coats or fur dresses, especially those in white, almost resemble snow bringing on a cool winter feeling. If you’re dressing with multiple events in mind, opt for a warm mini dress or a blazer dress paired with opaque tights and boots. A classic winter combination made modest, stick to looser fits over bodycon that add an extra layer of comfort.
Christmas Galas
Galas in general come with a strict, formal dress code so no reason to think out of the box here. Stick to floor-length gowns in Christmas colours. Red is an easy pick but for something more subtle, opt for navy paired with silver-toned accessories, or black paired with red accessories.
Family Get-Togethers
The ultimate cosy occasion! 9 times out of 10, whatever outfit is worn at a family get-together will be covered with a blanket as everyone sits together in the living room. Still, no reason to get lazy with the fits, a chic picture by the tree is counting on it! Monochrome is an easy cheat code to an elegant outfit, especially in the colours of the season, such as burgundy or chocolate brown. A loose, but well-tailored sweater is another casual outfit option, keeping things warm and strategically hiding the inevitable bloat that comes from a hearty Christmas dinner.
Christmas Markets
There is no shortage of Christmas markets this year, and if you’re looking to get your steps in while also celebrating the holiday, visiting a market is an easy way to do it. For this occasion, keep the outfits as practical as possible. We’re talking jeans with jackets or chunky knits, casual dresses paired with cardigans, or a warm, winter abaya in festive colours.
Work Parties
Another formal occasion that makes dressing tricky. But the solution is simple, stick to co-ords sets or suits in festive colours. Kaftans are another suitable option for keeping things modest but celebratory. Opt for textures like velvet or details like fur trimmings that bring a festive vibe.
