The Dresses to Wear for Each of Your Holiday Parties

Brace yourselves because in just a few short weeks, those holiday party invites are going to start rolling in. So, now is the time to start prepping some outfit ideas so you have some options to wear when the events pop onto your calendar. The good news is that our favorite retailers across the internet have already begun stocking cool dresses for all of your festivities.

To help guide you in the direction of some foolproof options, I’ve combed through sites from Net-a-Porter to Shopbop to Zara and more to bring you the very best holiday dress options to wear to each of your parties this season. The key is to find pieces finished in luxe materials or with signature details that make them feel special for the occasion. Ahead, shop the best holiday dress styles to wear this year.

A sequin dress is your best bet for any New Year’s Eve party. Pair yours with rainbow heels like we spotted on Pernille Teisbaek.

The holidays are the best excuse to wear luxe fabrics like velvet, which instantly make your outfit look elegant and polished.

Feathers are the fun embellishment we're seeing everywhere this season. Buy these pieces to wear now but also to all of your holiday events.

Now, here is a piece that is foolproof for the holidays but that you can wear any time of the year.

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