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5 Solutions to Holiday Party Dressing

5 Solutions to Holiday Party Dressing

So you were invited to a party

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Ilana Torbiner
Nov 19, 2024
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You have a holiday party on your calendar. That might be exciting to some, dreadful to others. Either way, here are 5 straightforward thought starters to get you going, and ensure you look, but more importantly feel, good! Enjoy!

Fun top + black pant:

Tory Burch’s faux croc top, worn with these pants (I wear a size S). I threw this on top

Stretching the word fun, but this sweater would even work well here, paired with the same pants.

This would be really chic with the gala pants
Sandy Liang / off shoulder sweater / vintage Dior / ivory wrap top / burgundy boat neck
Prada 1 / Prada 2

Various levels of sheer, depending on the crowd and your comfort level. I also love how this one can be worn either way.

Lace top / long sleeve tulle blouse / silk paneled top / pleated sheer button down / vintage D & G
This beaded topper would certainly bring the fun, same goes for this beaded scarf

As far as black pants go, these pants did kind of change my life. Dramatic, I know, but they really are that good. I wore them to a cocktail event, and on the plane ride home, if that tells you anything about the versatility.

Theory always does a good trouser. If you’re wanting something cropped, this is a good option, for a looser fit, these are nice. This cigarette leg looks great.

A little black dress:

Benji Crepe Mini Dress, similar but on sale and with a sleeve

Khaite does really good black dresses, and there’s no shortage of styles on sale. I love the intentional straps on this one, longer version here. Both will withstand the test of time. Equally chic and beautiful.

Pair with tights or a knee high boot.

Marca dress, on sale
Sicily dress, just add a blazer
Or even a sweater

This Doen number is just as timeless, and works especially well for the holiday season. It’s somewhat of a blank canvas, so you can add your own personal touch, such as a beautiful necklace or two, a vintage brooch, or a statement pair of shoes. Maybe this stunning red and gold clutch.

Réalisation Par also does two easy black dresses, The Gemma and The Carrie.

Other strong contenders: this off the shoulder midi dress, a shorter, flirtier option and this beautiful strapless dress that could easily be shortened if needed.

Because we love us some The RealReal:

Alaïa / Vintage Herve Leger dress, Khaite who? / Christopher Kane / vintage Miu Miu / vintage Ann Demeulemeester / La Petite Robe di Chiara Boni
Two more vintage numbers for good measure

A blazer jacket:

Toteme blazer (second hand here, similar), vintage Calvin Klein cashmere top but this one would do the trick, necklace, 90’s bag (this color is to die for). Vintage Manolo’s and a slim horse bit belt. This belt would look great worn over a blazer (or even a simple black dress). This was my look for Max’s office holiday party last year!

These jackets read more evening and less office-y than your standard blazer, making them party appropriate.

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