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Update: Be sure to check out my new post for eight more outfits that are perfect for a holiday party!
With Christmas just around the corner, and New Year’s Eve on the horizon, you’ve probably got no shortage of parties and events to attend. Whether you’re looking to go dressy or casual, sparkly or sophisticated, these eight outfits will help inspire your holiday party style.
Who says holiday style can’t be sleek and sexy? I’m loving all black looks with gold accents for the holidays. This look is totally covered (meaning you won’t freeze) but pretty damn sexy at the same time. Perfect for those holiday events where you really want to turn some heads.
1/ belted jumper // 2/ wide leg trousers // 3/ elizabeth necklace // 4/ arc hardware clutch // 5/ apple watch // 6/ gotchaa booties
Earlier this fall, I scored a beautiful (and surprisingly comfortable) grey tulle skirt, and I’ve been thinking about how to style it ever since. This outfit is now high on my list to wear on Thanksgiving. A flannel shirt is a super cozy and seasonally appropriate look, and it’s incredibly fun when paired with a feminine skirt. And I’m pulling the outfit together by sticking with a monochromatic color palette in my favorite color. (I can’t get enough grey!)
1/ plaid wool shirt // 2/ amore tulle skirt // 3/ elizabeth necklace // 4/ droplet bracelets // 5/ metallic leather loafers
The holidays are a time of year where you have an excuse to get a little more dressed up than you might normally do. Between holiday parties, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve, there’s plenty of chances to add a little extra shimmer to your wardrobe. But as the temps start to drop, if you’re anything like me, you might also find yourself craving cozy sweaters and warm boots to combat the cold.
This outfit lets you indulge both. Glimmer, sparkles, and metallics. Check. A warm and cozy sweater dress. Check. Festive and cozy at the same time. What more could you ask for in a holiday outfit?
1/ cashmere sweater dress // 2/ metallic leggings // 3/ elizabeth necklace // 4/ droplet post earrings // 5/ glitter clutch // 6/ foldover boots
Ever since I got back from my amazing trip to India, I’ve been thinking about how to incorporate my experience into my everyday life. And that’s especially true when it comes to my wardrobe. I want to bring some of the elements I loved about India dress and ornamentation into my style, without looking like a crazy cliche. (Which is certainly a challenge when you come back from a trip where the culture is very different than home.)
This outfit pulls in two elements I love about Indian adornment – fun patterns (thanks to this incredible elephant skirt from J.Crew) and stacks of bangles (courtesy of me, and I’m proud to say I wore these same bangles all around India). I also love how mixing in menswear elements (a boxy blazer and loafers) tones down the skirt and makes this look work for day. And of course, if it’s cold or your office requires it, feel free to mix in a great pair of tights. (Bonus points if they aren’t black!)
1/ beaded chiffon blouse // 2/ met blazer // 3/ origami skirt // 4/ droplet hoop earrings // 5/ droplet bangles // 6/ loafers
As I was putting this outfit together, it started to remind me of Alexander Calder. The bold shapes in the skirt. The tightly coiled spiral in the clutch. And of course, my jewelry, which is definitely inspired by Calder’s own wire jewelry. This outfit would be perfect for an art opening, a dinner party, or just a regular Thursday where you want to feel a little fancy.
1/ runway top // 2/ midi skirt // 3/ iris necklace // 4/ sequence ring // 5/ lytton clutch // 6/ denim pumps
Emma Watson has been making headlines lately for her amazing speech at the UN, her poise and wisdom, and for generally being a fantastic role model for women everywhere. So when I came across this outfit, I new I wanted to recreate it.
Despite my love of grey, I opted for more structured navy maxi skirt, which actually gives this outfit a slightly more professional, rather than evening, vibe. Of course, regardless of where you wear this look, you’re sure to look like a put together, sophisticated woman. Just like Hermione. I mean, Emma.
1/ tailored top // 2/ wrap maxi skirt // 3/ droplet post earrings // 4/ eleanor necklace // 5/ bronze sequence ring // 6/ serena clutch // 7/ nina flat
It’s possible to mix two seemingly unrelated prints like this since both patterns pull darks from the same color family. To keep the look from being too matchy-matchy, opt for a contrasting shoe.
1/ floral tunic // 2/ full midi skirt // 3/ amy necklace // 4/ gabrielle earrings // 5/ apple watch // 6/ denim pumps
I have to admit that I’m feeling a little jealous this week because my sister is in England for a wedding. And I’m pretty sure that it’s at some fancy estate in the countryside. (Or at least that’s what I’m envisioning. Truth is, I was a little too jealous to focus on the details.)
If I were going, this would be my outfit of choice. Something that would look elegant (but not to formal) as I strolled the lawn sipping cocktails.
1/ patio party dress // 2/ jensen flat sandal // 3/ kathrine earrings // 4/ georgia necklace // 5/ wellspring clutch
A stunning, show stopping outfit doesn’t need to take a lot to pull together. A few killer pieces are really all you need.
1/ mango shift dress // 2/ victoria necklace // 3/ codita bootie