Holiday Party Outfits Guide: From Office Events and Galas to Family Gatherings

Ah, the holiday season not only brings chic winter fashion but also a full calendar of social gatherings, from office parties and family dinners to catching up with friends and attending the season’s charity galas. With all these occasions lined up, you’ll need a pair of designer outfits and accessories that rise to every social calling and how to pair, along with the right styling to pair them perfectly.

Whether it’s an exquisite sequinned dress or a coveted statement bag you can confidently show off to friends and family, we’re here to help you nail your holiday party looks with ease and style. So, here’s our MAYFEYR holiday party outfits guide that you can also repeat even after the holiday season ends.

Something Velvet, Something Sequins

What says festive season more than luxurious velvet outfits that can be worn to formal office parties as well as family gatherings? From gorgeous velvet skirts by Tory Burch, styled with a refined blouse, to Valentino Garavani’s black velvet dress with a bow accent that will surely make you stand out in any crowd, choosing velvet this holiday season is a smart investment.

And we all know that sequin details are made for holiday cheer. A touch of shimmer instantly makes an outfit feel festive, whether you’re attending a family get-together or meeting old friends. We love Balmain’s sequinned long dress for its glamorous party-ready appeal, while Iro Paris’ sequins jacket is a standout seasonal staple as well that you can paired with cosy sweaters or shirts underneath and a pair of Roger Vivier’s flats for a polished holiday looks.

Festive Sweaters

We all know the “Ugly Christmas Sweater” tradition has long been a playful take on festive dressing, but there’s no reason you can’t opt for designer sweaters that work effortlessly with almost anything in your wardrobe.

Brunello Cucinelli’s iconic cashmere sweaters are not only a pleasure to look at but also feel incredibly luxurious to wear. From classic knits and striped styles to cropped silhouettes, turtlenecks, and delicate net silk sweaters, these pieces layer beautifully over your favourite T-shirts. Style them with jeans for casual family gatherings or a night out with friends, or take a more fashion-forward approach by pairing them with a leather skirt and knee-high boots for an effortlessly cool winter look.

Showstopping Handbags

While we tend to keep things cute and casual for Christmas gatherings, the days that follow call for stepping things up for the biggest nights of dressing up. From galas and charity events to, of course, New Year’s Eve parties and dinners, it’s time to dress to the nines and make sure your best, showstopping handbags take centre stage for the night.

From Saint Laurent’s coveted shoulder bags with iconic gold chain straps and quilted textures to Versace’s striking gold clutches that are a match made in heaven for party dresses, choosing the right handbag will instantly make you feel confident. Designed with sufficient compartments, these pieces are not only fabulous, but also practical enough to carry all your party essentials.

Winter White

Yes, you can decked out in a white ensemble during the winter season. Not only have all-white outfits been having their moment over the past few years, as seen on the runways and even on the big screen, they are also incredibly versatile and easy to pair with different colours, textures, and layers.

For a Christmas dinner, you can style a crisp white long-sleeve shirt from Etro with a darker-toned blazer, your favourite pair of denim, and boots for the posh holiday look. For more festive and formal events, opt for a white dress by Alaia styled with a bold handbag, statement jewelleries, or a structured coat will give a nice contrast for the celebratory moment.

Shop your next holiday outfits only at MAYFEYR. Happy Holidays!