Going home for the holidays always brings perpetual drama around what to wear in my family and heaps of closet swaps between my mom, sister, and me. Now that my sister and I have grown out of the "hey, that's mine" phase, we actually graciously share shopping links and pieces during family gatherings. And now, my 56-year-old mom has entered the conversation with her own newfound sense of style in her empty-nester era.
All of this is not to say we have similar styles. My sister lives in Austin, Texas, and dresses in a more simplistic, casual style, and my mom lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, and opts for more maximal but elevated pieces. But when it comes to holiday dressing, we all agreed on these shared pieces, from ornamented sweaters to luxe leather pants to effortless dresses.
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Black and sequins make for a holiday special.
Easy and elevated, this column dress is holiday ready.
Wear this dress as an oversize leather shirt to keep it versatile.
This plush zebra sweater is the perfect piece for any age.
A shimmery knit is festive but still elegant.
One of my mom's favorite picks, this sweater set also offers separates.
A puff-sleeved black top that works for all ages.
This opulent red faux leather is as youthful as it is sophisticated.
A crisp white button-down with party sleeves.
Here's a versatile occasion dress—just add tights, boots, and an evening bag.
Soft cream and spirited fringe for daytime.
A top pick of mine, this sweater is cozy and has playful crystal accents.
My mom is obsessed with these fun feather-trimmed pants, and I'm not far behind.
A textured, star-adorned cardigan is the holiday piece I didn't know I needed.
Bright ombré characterizes this all-around short-sleeve sweater.
A sheen blouse for any age or occasion.
The options are endless for styling these faux-leather chestnut trousers.
Lamé pajama sets are my new holiday love language.
Separate the set and wear the pants with a T-shirt or sweater.
Petitioning for my sister to buy this one for us immediately.
A black sweaterdress is a winter essential.
Infatuated with this ruffle-skirt moment for any age.
Jersey trousers for peak comfort.
Add the jersey trousers above for a chic ensemble.
Vibrant fuchsia cashmere is the ultimate luxury purchase.
From the sweetheart neckline to the twisted bodice, this is the ideal winter black dress.
These pseudo-pajama pants are optimum opulence.
Crystal embellishment upgrades classic black denim.
The perfect holiday top does exist.
Volume, comfort, and subtle shimmer.
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