Holiday Fashion 2023
Dec 6, 2023

11 Elegant Holiday Party Outfit Ideas to Wear All Season Long

by Allyson Payer

And just like that, it's holiday party season—the festive grand finale of the year. And whether you're going to one party or 10, you may want to shop for some new fancier-than-usual things (that you can still wear post-party season, of course) and find some fancier-than-usual outfit ideas to wear with them. Luckily for us, the fashion girls of Instagram have been documenting their festive winter looks, and, boy, have I got some gems to show you.

Because not all holiday parties are created equal, some of the outfits I chose for this roundup are ultra fancy, while others are more casual. But the commonality among all of them is that they're festive and they're elegant. Elegance has been the through line of many trends (and outfit trends) this year, and that theme is likely to continue through party season. So let's do some outfit planning, shall we?

Scroll on for 11 excellent, elegant holiday party outfits to try and shop for pieces you may be missing.

Vest + Baggy Jeans + Pumps +Sparkly Earrings

Elegant holiday party outfit

Photo:

@lucywilliams02

This is the outfit I'll be wearing the most this season.

Silver Sequin Dress + Silver Bag + Silver Shoes

Elegant holiday party outfit

Photo:

@slipintostyle

This disco-ball look would be perfect for the fanciest of NYE parties.

Oversize Sweater + Miniskirt + Heels

Elegant holiday party outfit

Photo:

@livvperez

For more casual gatherings, a sweater, miniskirt, and heels are perfect.

Fur Coat + Long Dress + Flats

Elegant holiday party outfit

Photo:

@anna_laplaca

Our editor Anna looks like the picture of wintery elegance.

Blazer + Metallic Dress + Boots

Elegant holiday party outfit

Photo:

@sasha.mei

Stumped over what to wear to your office holiday party? Look no further.

Tweed Jacket + Red Shirt + Miniskirt + Pumps

Elegant holiday party outfit

Photo:

@anoukyve

If the night calls for a fun gathering with friends, you can't go wrong with this outfit.

Long Coat + Turtleneck + Hot Pants + Sheer Tights + Heels

Elegant holiday party outfit

Photo:

@raeannlangas

Yes, hot pants can be elegant. Take a cue from Raeann and pair them with sheer tights and a long coat.

Black Long-Sleeve Minidress + Sheer Tights + Platform Heels

Elegant holiday party outfit

Photo:

@chrissyford for @cartier

You can't go wrong with an LBD and heels—especially if that LBD is made of a special fabric such as tweed or velvet.

Sweater + Full Skirt + Red Bag

Elegant holiday party outfit

Photo:

@styleidealist

A full skirt is as elegant as it gets.

Shop the key pieces:

Reformation Lucy Skirt

Long Black Strapless Dress + Heels

Elegant holiday party outfit

Photo:

@aimeesong

If you want to look festive sans sparkles, choose something with a bow or rosette.

Black Sweater + Silver Pants

Elegant holiday party outfit

Photo:

@jen_wonders for @bymalina

Metallic pants are a great option for a festive house party.