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.
-86%
Gentryportofino
Sweaters Black
$159.00
$1,099.00
Yoox
-71%
Frase
Sweaters Black
$71.00
$244.00
Yoox
Sandro
Ombre Black
$395.00
Sandro
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%
Rixo
Samantha sequined minidress Yellow
$227.00
$454.00
Mytheresa
-71%
Siste's
Jumpsuits Blue
$114.00
$390.00
Yoox
-40%
Xu Zhi
Sequined top Black
$162.00
$270.00
Mytheresa
-50%
Xu Zhi
Sequined open-back top Yellow
$135.00
$270.00
Mytheresa
Bananhot
Aretha sequined crop top Silver
$190.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Ganni
Sequined lace cropped shirt Blue
$213.00
$355.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Bananhot
Liz knitted sequined flared pants Pink
$207.00
$295.00
Mytheresa
-60%
Ganni
Sequined top Green
$153.00
$382.00
Mytheresa
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.
-78%
Versace
Blazers Pink
$179.00
$824.00
Yoox
-50%
Dorothee Schumacher
Colorful Lightness cotton and linen blazer Pink
$452.00
$903.00
Mytheresa
-25%
Baum Und Pferdgarten
Bow-detailing Jacket Pink
$415.00
$553.00
Eraldo
-40%
Velvet
Cassie linen blazer Pink
$295.00
$492.00
Mytheresa
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!
-20%
adidas by Stella McCartney
Logo cotton-blend fleece sweatpants White
$144.00
$180.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Varley
Printed high-rise leggings Blue
$102.00
$145.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Melissa Odabash
Olivia floral wide-leg pants Blue
$221.00
$315.00
Mytheresa
-30%
adidas by Stella McCartney
Printed leggings Black
$126.00
$180.00
Mytheresa
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.
-58%
Versace
Blazers Black
$399.00
$960.00
Yoox
-75%
Circolo 1901
Blazers Brown
$145.00
$571.00
Yoox
-78%
Circolo 1901
Blazers Blue
$128.00
$587.00
Yoox
-72%
Circolo 1901
Blazers Brown
$186.00
$671.00
Yoox
-40%
Velvet
Sasha printed cotton gauze midi dress Red
$220.00
$366.00
Mytheresa
-68%
Versace
Mini dresses Purple
$146.00
$450.00
Yoox
-40%
Poupette St Barth
Claire floral bandeau minidress Blue
$212.00
$354.00
Mytheresa
-61%
Twin-Set
Midi dresses White
$222.00
$570.00
Yoox
Original text: Steph King