Editor and dress expert Alison McGill on what to wear this season.
It’s the most wonderful shopping time of the year. Sequins, velvet, cozy knits and sweater dresses—holiday fashion always lights up our lives. Holiday party schedules fill up quickly, and you'll likely have a stacked agenda of events. There are celebrations with co-workers and meet-ups with your besties, your family and your person.
Styles topping our nice list? Fabulous fabrics that sparkle and shine, tailored pants paired with cozy knits, statement print blouses, and moody floral motifs. Here’s our pick of essential looks to wear to every holiday party.
The Office Cocktail Party
It feels like this is the first time in a long while that the office holiday party is back in full swing. Step up your fashion game from your usual workwear by choosing statement outfits. Our choices: A sapphire blue velvet suit, tip-to-toe sequins, metallic tones and anything in burgundy, which is the shade of the moment.
Girls Night In
Getting together to toast the season with besties is one of our favourite things. It’s a time to catch up, celebrate old traditions and start new ones. The dinner party dress code? Comfy and cool. We love a cozy sweater dress, a sparkly sweater or paisley print blouse paired with chic leggings or a classic black pant, and a darling jewelled cardi worn with a flared midi skirt.
Holiday Date Night
This moment is about connection and taking the time to celebrate your relationship. Book a staycation at your favourite hotel and plan a gorgeous date night at a fabulous restaurant in the neighbourhood. Go the distance and get dressed up because, quite simply, we don’t do this enough! Date night favourites include stylish LBDs with luxe details like pearls and dramatic lace poet sleeves, a sequin shift dress and an A-line red chiffon dress that's an absolute gem!
An At-Home New Year’s Eve Soirée
Nowadays, everyone wants to keep New Year’s Eve low-key, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be glam. An intimate house party with great friends guarantees a no-stress, all-fun affair. Toast 2025 in style in dark floral pieces that will look just as fab (and be on-trend) for the spring wedding season. For an Emily In Paris-inspired outfit, invest in a coquettish knit dress that can be worn to work events or packed for your next big city escape.
