Dress codes & Christmas parties - Festive edition

If you are just like me and your calender is filled up with so many festive events and parties in December, come and choose the perfect outfit with me! I've been thinking of all the possible dress codes that can appear on an invitation card this time of the year. I was selecting outfits according to these dress codes, just to make you inspired and well prepared for the festive season: Christmas party, family events, New Year's Eve, you name it. You will find all kind of shapes and colors, huge variety. Before shopping I always have a look at my wardrobe and try to mix and match the pieces I already have, I often make a photo of the look as well, very practical trick! After all I only need to buy the pieces and accessories, that will compliment the whole outfit.  I skipped casual wear, which normally means, comfortable, everyday look. I'm starting with smart casual and step by step I'll reach the highest level of dress codes, which is the White Tie.

Business Casual Dress Code - Blue Dreams

This is the standard office dress code, but it may appear on party invitations as well. The aim is to look polished while adding a bit of festive touch. A classy, feminine dress can be a good idea, or a silk top - blazer - trousers combination is also chick. See my choices in beautiful blue shades!

One piece dress

Designer pieces

Versace

Blumarine

Alice + Olivia

Unique pieces low budget

See by Chloé

Paul Smith

Diane Von Furstenberg

Blazer + Top + Trousers

Designer pieces

Styland

De La Vali

Ermanno Scervino

Chloé

Emilio Pucci

Forte Forte

Just Cavalli

Diane Von Furstenberg

Attico

Unique pieces low budget

P:A.R.O.S.H.

MSGM

Michael Kors

Pinko

P.A.R.O.S.H.

Frame

Topshop

Semicouture

Christian Wijnants

Pumps

A would choose classy heels to complete the look. You can have so much use out of timeless style.

Designer pieces

Stuart Weitzman

Nicholas Kirkwood

Jimmy Choo

Unique pieces low budget

Antonio Barbato

Deimile by Farfetch

Michael Kors

Shoulder bags

Nude bags with gold details are perfect for the blue outfits above. Stylish, still classy solution.

Designer pieces

Valentino

Jimmy Choo

Sonia Rykiel

Unique pieces low budget

Marc Jacobs

Furla

Michael Kors

Cocktail Attire - Gorgeous Green

You will see this dress code on the invitations quite often during Christmas time. It definitely calls for above knee-high cocktail dress. You can play with cute cuts, gorgeous material and embellished details. I chose green versions this time.

Designer pieces

NK

Alberta Ferretti

Marchesa Notte

Tabitha Simmons

Andrea Gomez

Jimmy Choo

Unique pieces low budget

Three Floor

MSGM

Baum -und Pferdgarten

Sophia Webster

Schutz

Miu Miu

Festive Dress Code - Sparking solutions

This is the typical dress code during the holiday period. The key is to pop up your look with festive details like velvet, sequin, bows or glitter. I would wear cocktail dress or jumpsuits. Really elegant and flattering with special details. I adore the Talbot Runhof piece with its classy shape, elegant material and festive color. I've found these gorgeous earrings as well, divine!

Jumpsuits

Designer pieces

Alexis

Talbot Runhof

Galvan

Miu Miu

Burberry

Oscar De La Renta

Unique pieces low budget

Elisabetta Franchi

Styland

P.A.R.O.S.H.

Dani Jo

V Jewellery

Karl Lagerfeld

Cocktail dress

My second choice is a red cocktail dress for any festive occasions. Red makes you stand out of the crowd, pair it with gold tones and your look will set the mood.

Designer pieces

Marchesa Notte

Prabal Gurung

Marc Jacobs

Corto Moltedo

Rebecca Minkoff

Marchesa Notte

Unique pieces low budget

Rixo London

Cinq A Sept

Three Floor

Nordstrom

Inge Christopher

Zac Zac Posen

Glamorous details

If you have a simple black pencil skirt or trousers, wear it with a special piece! Invest in sparky details: velvet blazer, glamorous earrings, shiny clutch, metal skirt, any of the fabulous pieces below will make you look like a party queen.

P.A.R.O.S.H.

Bottega Veneta

Peter Jensen

Ranjana Kan

Saint Lauren

Isla

Rachel Gilbert

Marzook

Casadei

Manolo Blahnik

Paco Rabbane

Yves Saint Laurent

Mehem

Ted Baker

Stella McCartney

Semi Formal Dress - The little black dress and rose gold

This dress code can be a tricky one, I went to a party last time, where semi formal was required, hence some of the ladies appeared in long, evening gowns. That's not the right choice! Semi formal is just a notch below black tie. The classy little black dress with a twist can be the best solution in this case. I was also choosing sleek sandals with rose gold and bronze details. How do you like them?

Designer pieces

Alexander McQueen

Dolce & Gabbana

Marchesa Notte

Jimmy Choo

Aquazzura

Jerome Dreyfuss

Unique pieces low budget

Alice McCall

Vince Camuto

Twin Set

Jewel Badgley Mischka

Stuart Weitzman

Vince Camuto

Jumpsuits and playsuits

I also find appropriate an elegant jumpsuit or playsuit in champagne or bronze shades. Extremely flattering and elegant choice! The Zuhair Murad playsuit is so sophisticated. Animal print trend is huge this year. If you are a fashionable girl, dear to wear the D&G piece!

Designer pieces

Dolce & Gabbana

Zuhair Murad

Stella McCartney

Unique pieces low budget

Charles Henry

Alice McCall

Vince Camuto

Swarovski bracelets

You know me, I'm a Swarovski fan. I was browsing their new collection online and I've found these gorgeous rose gold bracelets. I don't think I would be able to choose just one, I love them all.

Swarovski

Black Tie

Do you know what to wear for an event, where black tie is the dress code? Floor - length gown is pretty much required. I was highlighting pink and silver combinations. All gowns are just divine. I fall in love with these Swarovski watches. Your look will be complete with one of these beautiful, festive clutches below.

Designer pieces

Marchesa Notte

Tadashi Shoji

Monique LHuillier

Swarovski

Just Cavalli

Dress The Population

Nicole Miller

Nina Hampton

Jimmy Choo

Sophia Webster

White Tie

We arrived to the highest level of dress code, however it's rarely used nowadays. Full-length ball gowns and long gloves are traditionally have been worn for White Tie. It's the most elegant outfit,  you could possibly wear. If you ever receive an invitation with this dress code, make the most out of it and don't be afraid to sparkle! I again completed the outfits with Swarovski earrings and necklaces. The fabulous long gloves are from Dents.

Swarovski

Designer pieces

Talbot Runhof

Gloria Coelho

Alexander McQueen

Swarovski

Unique pieces low budget

Maria Lucia Hohan

Talbot Runhof

Cinq A Sept

Imagine by Vince Camuto

Jimmy Choo

Jewel by Badgley Mischka

I hope I could help you with some Christmas inspirations! Be you and play with the glamurous details, this holiday season is all about you, so sparkle and shine! How to set the festive mood at home? Browse the INTERIOR DESIGN section!