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What to wear to a Christmas party
Christmas parties are a chance to wear something with a little sparkle. The trick is matching it to the party: the office, a dinner or a night out.
By Style Finder · Updated 26 October 2026
In short
- Office party: festive, but something you’d still wear in front of your manager.
- Add sparkle with one piece: sequins, velvet, satin or metallic.
- Rich colours suit the season: burgundy, emerald, gold, black.
- Check the dress code, and the venue’s cloakroom.
The office party
Dress one notch up from your usual office wear, and add one festive element: a velvet blazer, a sequin top, a satin skirt. Keep it something you’d be happy to see in photos on Monday.
Outfit ideas
AI illustrationA little sparkle
- Sequin top
- Tailored black trousers
- Heeled boots
Festive but grounded, right for the office party.
AI illustrationVelvet blazer
- Velvet blazer
- Black roll-neck
- Dark trousers
- Polished boots
A rich, seasonal texture that dresses up a simple outfit.
AI illustrationDinner with friends
- Satin midi skirt
- Fine knit
- Heels or boots
- Small bag
Soft and dressy, warm enough for a winter evening.
What to avoid
- Anything too revealing for the office party.
- Novelty jumpers, unless it’s the theme.
- Uncomfortable shoes for a long night.
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