Style & Fashion

Holiday parties! What to wear?!

What to wear? This is the foremost question that strikes one’s mind while thinking of a holiday party. Definitely apparel is the topmost concern one has for a holiday party. As it’s an occasion that gives you maximum freedom to interact, get socialized and get mixed up with people and most importantly, gives a reason to be yourself, you will never like to take a chance on your looks. It’s always better to educate yourself about proper dress up and all the latest fashion than to repent after buying anything for the holiday party or wearing anything when the party is over.

Party dresses for the holidays can be simple or dramatic. It can also be modest or stylish. The dresses for young girls are often adorned with lace and ribbon. And they also have layers of tulle or organza giving the dress a delicate look. Dresses having contrast collars and short bell sleeves definitely add to the charm.

If you are on the fence about your apparel before every party, remember to have a black dress in your wardrobe. Black is a universal color that goes with the theme of every party. It may be a short backless one or a long formal one or even a formal pair of trousers.

A nice pair of jeans can be recommended. And they should never be the ones that are torn at the knees. A nice pair of straight cut jeans with embellishments around the pockets will be absolutely fine. You should join up your jeans with a nice bold belt. Even if your jeans are simple and not too loud, a good belt can do wonders in transforming them into a style statement. Point to be noted that the sole mantra of adding life to any costume is by accessorizing it. Be it an elegant necklace, chandelier earrings, or a bracelet, these accessories can turn any party dress into a fashion symbol.

Cocktail attire is always a party theme for the holidays. Appropriate cocktail attire consists of dresses ranging from mid-thigh to just below the knee. Remember to avoid a business standby, instead add accents in a vibrant color, choose a fitted cut or incorporate a suit created from a unique textile. Silk, brocade, polyester, cashmere, rayon, velour, velvet and velveteen are all appropriate cocktail fabrics are appropriate. Embellishments with beading sequins are also quite welcome.

You must have a pair of nice footwear to match all your efforts. A neat pair of stilettos or even kitten heels can go a long way in giving that complete look to your party dress. Have wedges, block heels and stylish flat sandals to suit the kind of dress you are going to wear. Don’t wear anything that is worn out or something you wear in a daily basis.
Now it comes to the final touch up. It’s the make up factor to complement your dress up. Remember not to apply excess make up. It may make you look plastic. At the same time, don’t put on very little make up that won’t be even visible to people. Go bold on colors and experiment with new shades.

Eddie Irvine

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