I know that Halloween has quite literally just ended, but now that it is November, I am in full holiday-season mode. I'm planning my travels, booking après-ski reservations, and, of course, planning all of my upcoming winter looks. The most exciting are my holiday-party looks. I'm a sucker for all of the cliché fabrics and motifs that pop up around this time of year. The velvet, sequins, bows, and feathers—I can't get enough of it. It's clothing that puts you in a good mood and makes you want to celebrate, and while my holiday-party calendar is still looking a little thin (yes, that is me dropping a hint that you should throw a holiday party and invite yours truly), I'm not letting that stop me from getting a few good holiday-party outfits on deck. When I do receive a party invite, I'll be ready.
I went to some retailers that I know are stocking up on tons of chic items to guarantee you're the best dressed at your upcoming holiday festivities. Reformation is always at the top of my list for any party look, and the brand is not playing around when it comes to holiday-season pieces. H&M's holiday accessories are so good I almost wanted to gatekeep them.
Keep scrolling to see the 40 holiday party–ready items I'm loving right now.
Ready for a black-tie holiday party.
If you're more of a flats person, these are your new party shoes.
The sweetest little bow earrings for the holidays.
This sweater paired with a sequin skirt? Absolutely yes.
This sequin midi skirt is just begging to be worn to a holiday party. Pair it with a red sweater and red shoes for the perfect head-to-toe red look.
Ballet flats, move over—ballet pumps have arrived.
I mean, this is just an obvious buy. Plus, bows are having such a moment right now.
Winter white.
I'm getting this one for sure. It's the prettiest holiday bag under $200 out there.
Festive feathers.
This sequin bag comes in silver or black—pick your poison.
I have been eyeing these for a while.
Simple but effective.
I've never seen a rhinestone garçon shirt before, and wow, it is chic.
Style with the matching top above.
I need these.
I'd pair this top with a sequin skirt and pumps.
For those who prefer a skirt for a party instead of a dress.
There is something so elegant about this hue in velvet.
It's the buckle for me.
This Milly dress has been living in my mind rent-free.
A little red dress is always in my holiday-party rotation.
I'm picturing these paired with sheer tights and a velvet minidress.
If you're looking for a fun holiday look, Retrofête is always a great place to start.
I'm always a fan of animal print for a holiday party.
I have been so impressed with Raye's holiday shoes.
I love a knit dress for a holiday-party look.
I'd pair this top with a skirt or trousers and pumps.
Reformation's holiday-party pieces are seriously good this season.
Not your average little black bag.
Subtle but still festive.
I'm in love with this one.
I have always been a fan of when people add a little pink to holiday dressing.
The Emerald Knit Top from Ref comes in several different colorways, but there is something about this black-and-gold combo that feels very festive.
The perfect look to dress up with sparkly accessories.
Sometimes, you want to go the sultry route for a holiday party, and this House of CB dress checks all my boxes.
I'm eyeing this for New Year's Eve.
H&M wasn't playing around with this rhinestone dress. It looks way more expensive than it is.
Sparkly earrings are always on my holiday-party shopping list.
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