8 Last-Minute Holiday Outfits You Already Own
With the holiday season just around the corner, the bulk of the parties and general gatherings this time of year are upon us. With so many functions to attend, you're definitely going to need some good looks. For those of us with busy schedules (especially at this time of year), taking inspiration from festively dressed celebrities is a surefire way to nail a party-ready outfit. Whether they're dressed up for an event or heading out for a day of shopping, the following celebrity holiday outfits are just as inspirational as they are easy to re-create.
For your inspirational pleasure, we've pulled a few of our favorite looks from celebrities including Olivia Palermo, Alexa Chung, and Chrissy Teigen that are holiday-appropriate and—a plus—don't require a ton of planning or shopping. In fact, you might already notice some of the pieces (or something similar) needed for these outfits hanging right in your closet. Chances are, if you're reading this, that you have a holiday party (or a few) on the calendar that arrived quicker than you anticipated. Fret not. Once you take a look at these last-minute holiday outfits, you'll have eight brand-new ideas for what to wear. Keep reading to let the holiday outfit planning begin, thanks to eight stylish celebrities.
On Alexa Chung: Dior blazer and Supple Lady Dior Mini Bag (available in-store)
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On Olivia Palermo: Paul & Joe blazer; Rosie HW x Paige Kerstin Muscle Tank Top ($148); Dior Reverso Black Suede Ankle Boots (unavailable)
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On Ashley Madekwe: Gucci Metallic Crossover Sandals (sold out)
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On Rosie Huntington-Whiteley: Saint Laurent top, pants, and shoes
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Also available in more sizes.
On Chrissy Teigen: Caroline Constas top; Paige Margot Skinny Jeans $179); Aquazzura Cayenne Sandals (unavailable)
On Candice Swanepoel: Fleur du Mal Draped Silk-Charmeuse Midi Dress ($340); Stuart Weitzman Nudistsong Sandals ($398)
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On Elsa Hosk: Gucci Cashmere and Merino Stripe Knit Top ($1150)
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On Emma Stone: The Row sweater and Yan Midi Skirt (unavailable); Jimmy Choo Lucy 100 Suede Ankle-Strap Pumps ($695)
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This story was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
Allyson is a senior editor for Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories for Who What Wear. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.
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