...When It's A House Party
Decadent chains, sensational textures, icy diamonds, and attitude. Let your personality smash through the door when you meet all of your friends at the soiree. Try pairing items together that you wouldn’t traditionally wear in an outfit. A dress and tall boots? Yes! Get brave! Remember, when you explore something bold, find a way to connect it throughout your ‘fit. That's what I like to call "validating" it.
1. Proenza Schouler Dylan Cropped Leather Jacket | $2690 | net-a-porter.com 2. Diamond Baguette Bypass Leaf Ring | $1870 | at Monarch Market, shopmonarchmarket.com 3. Isabel Marant Faux Fur Faustine Coat in Cinnamon | $1390 | shopbop.com 4. Gabriela Hearst Immanuel Strapless Wool Maxi Dress | $2750 | net-a-porter.com 5. Simitri Red Chunky Clutch | $325 | wolfandbadger.com 6. Candle Hand Victory "Peace" | $40 | at WEST or west2westport.com 7. Paris Texas Anja Croc-Effect Leather Knee Boots in Black | $895 | net-a-porter.com 8. Nalebe Aurum Slingbacks in Maroon | $755 | shopbop.com 9. Altuzarra Denise Embroidered Llama & Mulberry Silk Sweater Dress | $1995 | nordstrom.com
...When It's A Work Event
Rule number one is to make sure your party attire is still work-appropriate, depending on the profession you’re in. Even if a jacket is the proper choice, make it fun with jewels! (And there's no easier way to do so than diamond stitching on your lapel.) No need for a collar? Express your fun side with mesmerizing brocade patterns, metallic threading, and lush velvety textures. Take a break from the severity of work and turn heads with a kitschy Dirty Martini clutch. It's the perfect conversation starter!
1. Saloni Natalya-B Floral Belted Minidress | $575 | saks.com 2. Cinq a Sept Karlie Crystal-Embellished Single-Breasted Blazer | $595 | saks.com 3. Olympia Le Tan Cocktail, Olympia Of Greece X Olt Dirty Martini Book Clutch | $1740 | olympialetan.com 4. Gabriela Hearst Demi Satin Bag in Emerald | $2800 | net-a-porter.com 5. Calzedonia Diamond Micro-Houndstooth 50 Denier Tights | $20 | calzedonia.com 6. Larroude Specchio Ines Pump | $330 | larroude.com 7. Mother The Twister Sneak Pant | $238 | tuckernuck.com 8. Larroude Velvet Ari Pumps in Espresso | $375 | larroude.com
...When It's A Casual Get-Together
Here we focus on comfort. It’s not forbidden to wear sneakers at your holiday party anymore, but dressing them up with other pieces in your outfit is crucial. Warm gold accents, rich green hues, and silky textures splash a holiday feeling cohesively through your look. It’s all about balancing elements of dressy and casual—with intention!
1. Naked Cashmere Gladys Brushed Cashmere V Neck Sweater | $450 | nakedcashmere.com 2. Teardrop Malachite Drop Earrings from Middlemarch | $275 | middlemarch.store 3. Vienna Sweater in Gold Metallic | $198 | tuckernuck.com 4. Dolce & Gabbana Belt With Chain | $675 | dolcegabbana.com 5. Naked Cashmere Jenna Silk Midi Dress in Merlot | $375 | nakedcashmere.com | $325 | nakedcashmere.com 6. Cult Gaia Nala Gold Mini Clutch | $398 | cultgaia.com 7. Pop Terez Pants in Champagne | $228 | tuckernuck.com 8. Women's Adidas Originals Samba OG Casual Shoes in Cream White/Black/Sand Strata | $100 | jdsports.com 9. Manolo Blahnik Maysale Velvet Pointed-Toe Flats in Dark Green | $845 | net-a-porter.com
...For The Men
Whatever type of party you’re attending, it’s important to tastefully incorporate elements that exude the holiday feel. An elegant paisley pattern, a supple wool or corduroy texture, and/or a mixed media cashmere jacket all add the perfect details. Complete it with a subtle—yet sexy—bracelet for a masterfully cohesive outfit. It’s all about the details!
1. RRL Cotton-Linen Sateen Workshirt in Indigo | $345 | ralphlauren.com 2. Le Gramme 6g 18-Karat Gold, Titanium & Silver Bracelet | $TK | mrporter.com 3. Boglioli Merino Wool Zip Cardigan in Brown | $1495 | at Blue & Cream or blueandcream.com 4. Suit Supply Mid-Grey Straight Leg Pants in Winter Pure S120's Flannel Wool | $199 | suitsupply.com 5. Kith Paisley Printed Scarf | $75 | kith.com 6. Suit Supply Mid-Brown Straight Leg Pants in Winter Pure Cotton Corduroy By Pontoglio, Italy | $169 | suitsupply.com 7. Suit Supply Off-White Crewneck in Pure Mongolian Cashmere | $229 | suitsupply.com 8. Jordan Air 2/3 in White/Cement/Sail | $160 | kith.com 9. Paul Stuart Footwear Packer Wingtip Sneaker | $495 | paulstuart.com