Best Dressed: 6 Holiday Dress Trends for Dinners, Cocktails & NYE
The time for festive gatherings, tinsel-tinged toasts and holiday cheer has officially begun. If you’re like us, you’re ready to trade in work-from-home pants (or lack thereof) for holiday dresses, stat. Finding the right dress for each fête is no small feat, but we’re making it easier with our breakdown of holiday cocktail dress trends. From sultry fitted frocks to vibrant red gowns, there’s something for every occasion. And while you’re overhauling your going-out wardrobe, don’t forget to snag the perfect bag to match.
Cocktail Classics
Head-turning looks that make a major entrance are on our radar this year. With form-fitting silhouettes and edgy details (think plunging necklines and dramatic sleeves), these cocktail dresses can be dressed up or down. Just add accessories and outerwear to suit the occasion.
Glitz & Glam
Nothing says “here to party” like a dress that’s dripping in sequins. Shine brighter than any holiday display in these playful and festive metallic looks, from a throw-on-and-go shift to a dramatic full-length gown. Hint: One of these is your New Year’s Eve dress.
Red Red Wine
You can’t go wrong with a red holiday dress, whether it pops against the NYC snow or the LA greenery. We found picks from casual and cool to embellished and bold, so whatever your personal style, you can show up confidently in this festive hue.
Ultra-Modern
After such an intense year, we’re all for celebrating with a sense of lightness and whimsy. Exciting silhouettes, playful pop colors and unexpected statements make these fun holiday dresses hard to pass up. Why not ring in 2022 in a dress as vibrant as you?
Fit for a Queen
Haven’t heard of royalcore? You’ll want to Google that immediately, get inspired, and then come back to shop these regal holiday party looks. You don’t need a grand ballroom to live the dream of sweeping hemlines and full-length holiday gowns.
