15 Red Outfits to Wear This Holiday Season
If you're struggling to figure out what to wear this holiday season, don't fret. There's still ample time to prepare an assortment of winning and, of course, festive looks. To help, we've put together a handful of guides to follow (and looks to emulate), from 15 comfortable, not to mention super-cute, ensembles to wear this Thanksgiving (which lands on November 22), to today's highlight, the chicest, most statement-making red outfits for the holidays.
The fiery red hue is a go-to. And when it's paired with another holiday classic—we're talking green, whether a dark forest green or a light pear—it becomes all the more festive. But of course, you can also team crimson with just about any other color, as well, whether it's a crisp white, a stark black, or a light gray.
Now, to help ease any of the uncertainty you may have in regards to a red holiday outfit (and just how to pull it off), we've found 15 prime examples that are super easy to emulate. From a bold head-to-toe number to a subtle splash of color in the form of a cozy knit, these are the ensembles to copy this season. Read on to see the looks and then shop our favorite red pieces to incorporate into your holiday wardrobe.
Monochrome red will always be great for the holidays.
Slip into a pair of cherry red pants this season.
A sleek red wrap dress is a go-to for every holiday party season.
Another failproof color combo? Red and white.
For a subtle pop of red, wear a crimson shirt underneath a beige blazer.
Layer a red jacket on top of your outfit.
A cozy red sweater outfit is great for every type of holiday party.
An easy one-and-done holiday outfit? A red jumpsuit.
We love a red sweater paired with a plaid miniskirt.
Slip into a pair of red sock booties.
Mix and match different shades of red.
Try a red two-piece suit for a cool girl approved party look.
A red blazer is a classic.
As is a red slip dress.
For an über-cool holiday look, start with a pair of plaid pants. Layer on a patent leather jacket and ground the outfit with black booties.
Shop our favorite red pieces for the holidays
Now you're fully equipped to rock red this holiday season.

Eva Thomas is a senior editor at InStyle, with nearly 10 years of experience as a fashion journalist. She has worked in fast-paced newsrooms, covering everything from Wholesale Replica Bag fashion trends to notable beauty launches. When she's not experimenting with bold fashion trends, trying on clothes for herReplica Store fitting room series, sharing style hacks, or testing new skin care devices, she’s busy tracking down the best celebrity looks, interviewing trend and beauty experts, or texting her mom about her favorite new products. Eva’s conversational writing style makes her a go-to for fun, informative advice—think of her as your in-the-know BFF who’s always ready to share her expertise on all things fashion, beauty, and celebrity.