What To Wear To The Work Christmas Party
You swore you wouldn’t do it again. You promised yourself. Yet here you are, once more in the same position. No, we don’t mean you drunkenly reenacting the Dirty Dancing lift scene at last year’s office Christmas party (this, clearly, was the toast of the event). We’re talking about before the work end-of-year ’do has even begun; the part where you’re sans outfit moments prior to the auspicious occasion.
This year, save yourself the last-minute scramble with Stylight. Turn over a new leaf (never too late to get a start on those New Year’s resolutions) with these five office-party-ready Christmas looks.
1. The (work-appropriate) little black dress
You can’t go wrong with a little black dress! Make sure you go for a more “conservative” piece: long sleeves and/or a pinafore silhouette are both perfect choices. You can also add a pair of printed stockings for more coverage and a touch of fun.
-18%
Xscape
Ruffled Satin Party Cocktail Dress In Black
$80.00
$97.00
ShopSimon
-68%
Halston Heritage
Aubrie Midi Dress Black
$188.99
$595.00
ShopSimon
Embrace the festive season with a sequined ensemble! A sequined suit, jumpsuit, or dress are super chic options for your next office Christmas party. Sequin trousers, on the other hand, will look stunning paired with a romantic blouse or a white button-down shirt.
-50%
Milly
Rosemary Sequin Embroidered Midi Skirt Beige
$247.49
$495.00
Neiman Marcus
Rotate
Sequin Midi Skirt - Black
$161.92
Italist
-69%
Sunday In Brooklyn
Plunged Sequin Maxi Dress Blue
$39.95
$128.00
Anthropologie
Babe & Tess
Sequined Star Sweater - White
$185.74
Italist
-69%
Sunday In Brooklyn
Sequin Skirt White
$29.95
$98.00
Anthropologie
Rotate
Sequin-Embellished Mesh Dress - Cream White
$227.22
Italist
Maeve
Sequin Tweed Vest Top Red
$118.00
Anthropologie
Dolce & Gabbana
Logo-Printed Cotton T-Shirt - Gray
$242.62
Italist
A bright-hued, oversized suit paired with kitten heels and fun accessories is a great way to stay work-appropriate without being too serious—it’s a party, after all! We love how Janka Polliani paired a red flower choker with her pink two-piece suit.
Palm Angels
Wool Blazer - Pink
$300.49
Italist
Tahari by ASL
Plus Blazer Pink
$62.99
Rue La La
-40%
Kenneth Cole
Two-Button Jacket in Chintz Pink at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$95.40
$159.00
Nordstrom
-47%
Yes-Zee
Elegant Pink Nylon Classic Womens Jacket
$120.00
$225.00
LUX LAIR
Tired of the jeans-and-a-nice-top combo? Flip it around with the Fun Pant method. A funky pair of retro-inspired printed trousers and a blouse or shirt are perfect for your office’s Christmas party. If you’re feeling bold, pair your trousers with a clashing-print blouse and metallic pumps; so good!
Dolce & Gabbana
Palm Leaf Print Capri Pants - Black
$216.90
Italist
Vision Of Super
Logo-Print Bermuda Shorts - Pink
$113.20
Italist
Moschino
Cotton Joggers - White Multi
$125.05
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Floral Print Nylon Tights - Green
$200.58
Italist
Another office-friendly take on the mini dress involves pairing it with an oversized blazer. In this case, let your outer layer be the hero piece by going for a bold print or interesting fabrication.
CeCe by Cynthia Steffe
Leopard Print Jacket at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$250.00
Nordstrom
Diane Von Fürstenberg
Penelope Wool-Blend Jacket Green
$107.99
Rue La La
Farm Rio
Cutout Blazer Brown
$66.99
Rue La La
Moschino
Patchwork Viscose Dress - Blue
$221.72
Italist
HUGO BOSS
Decly Mini Dress Purple
$58.00
Rue La La
Bloch
Ladies Mirella Adagio Mesh Skirt, Merlot Brown
$29.00
BLOCH
Julia Jordan
Poplin Mini Shirtdress Blue
$69.99
Rue La La
Original text: Steph King
