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Holiday Party Outfits for Women: Velvet, Satin Midis, Sequin Tops & Dressy Separates
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items Holiday party season sneaks up fast, so here are the velvet dresses, satin midis, sequin tops and dressy separates I would build a whole December of outfits from. Every piece comes straight from Anthropologie, Madewell, Free People or Abercrombie, wi...
Velvet is the easiest way to look dressed up without trying too hard, and a midi length means I can wear it with boots or heels and stay warm at an evening party. I would style it with simple gold earrings and let the fabric do the talking.
Sonrisa Velvet Midi Dress
These are sequined track pants with a loose, low-slung fit, so they feel like the comfy option that still sparkles. I would wear them with a plain black bodysuit or a slim sweater and a blazer, and skip any other shine so the pants stay the star.
Low Lights Sequin Pants
A block heel is the only kind I trust for a party where I will be on my feet for hours, and the adjustable buckle strap keeps the foot secure when I am dancing or chasing appetizers. They go with a satin skirt or black trousers equally well.
Corinna Buckle-Strap Heeled Sandal
When I want a coat that makes a basic slip dress look like a full outfit, I reach for something plush like this relaxed faux fur jacket. The big collar frames the face and it is warm enough to walk from the car to the party without shivering.
Rina Faux Fur Jacket
A sequin cami is the one holiday top I can layer under a blazer for dinner and then take the blazer off once the music starts. The square neckline looks polished with high-waisted black trousers or a satin skirt.
Sequin Square-Neck Cami
Bias-cut satin drapes and moves, which is exactly what you want when you are walking into a room full of people. I would pair this midi skirt with a fitted knit and ankle boots, so it works for a party and a dressy lunch.
Maeve Bias-Cut Satin Midi Skirt
A Mary Jane kitten heel is the shoe I reach for when a stiletto feels like too much but flats feel too casual. The buckle strap gives them a vintage feel that looks great with sheer tights and a velvet or satin dress.
Mia Mary Jane Heels
A velvet blazer makes plain jeans and a camisole look intentional, and it is the piece I would repeat the most across a whole season of parties. The relaxed fit layers over a sweater too, so it gets worn well beyond December.
The Tessie Blazer by Maeve: Velvet Edition
Satin with flutter sleeves reads dressy in a way that a basic blouse does not, and the slash neckline shows off a statement earring. I would tuck it into dark jeans for casual parties or into a pleated skirt for a fancier evening.
Satin Flutter Sleeve Slash Top
Shiny satin trousers are the answer for anyone who does not want to wear a dress to a party but still wants to look dressed up. The pull-on waist is comfortable through a long dinner, and the tapered leg shows off a good heel or boot.
Drapey Tapered Pleat Pants
Puff sleeves, a shirred waist and pockets make this one of the few party dresses that actually feels easy to wear all night. I like that you can put your phone in a pocket and still look pulled together in velvet.
Velvet Puff-Sleeve V-Neck Midi Dress
A kitten heel boot gives a party outfit some height without the pain, and it keeps feet warm in cold weather. I would wear this with a satin midi skirt so the boot shows between the hem and the heel.
Marilyn Kitten Heel Boot
Vertical lines of sequins on a column skirt look glam, and the column shape keeps it from feeling too costume-y. I would let the skirt be the whole sparkle and wear a simple fitted sweater or turtleneck on top.
Party Trick Sequin Midi Slip Skirt
Here is a smart way to dress up jeans without buying a whole new outfit: a velvet cami. I would layer it under a leather jacket or a cardigan at first and then wear it solo once the room gets warm.
Velvet Button-Down Cami
If heels are not happening, a dressy ballet flat with an elastic Mary Jane strap is my fix for a party outfit. The mesh gives it a dressy feel, and a square toe is comfortable enough for a few hours of standing and chatting.
The Greta Lace-Up Ballet Flat
A long-sleeve sequin top is great for anyone who wants shine but also wants arm coverage in winter. I would pair it with black wide-leg trousers or a satin skirt and keep everything else matte so it does not feel too busy.
Unapologetic Sequin Long Sleeve
A satin maxi slip skirt moves beautifully and works with a chunky knit just as well as with a sequin top. The elastic waist is forgiving after a big holiday dinner, and I would wear it with boots on colder nights.
Satin Maxi Slip Skirt
Kitten heels with a pretty detail on the toe make a plain black dress look special, and slingbacks stay put better than slides. I would wear these with tights for a winter party or bare legs if the venue is warm.
Maeve Butterfly Slingback Kitten Heels
High-shine satin with a thigh-high slit is a good choice for a longer party skirt that still shows a little leg. It is part of a set, so you can wear the matching top for a monochrome look or split them up for more outfits.
High Rise Satin Maxi Set Skirt
A cropped faux fur jacket is the cozy layer I would throw over a satin top and trousers for a holiday party. The exaggerated collar and single button closure make it look styled, and it takes up less room than a long coat in a crowded coat check.
Paris Cropped Faux Fur Jacket