I’m a New York-Based Shopping Writer, and These Are My Favorite Holiday-Ready Fashion Pieces

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Feathers, velvet, and sequins, oh my!

<p>Real Simple / Madison Woiten</p> — Real Simple / Madison Woiten

Whether you’re headed to an office party, a friend’s house, or a gathering with family, you’ll need festive and stylish outfits this holiday season. I’m not searching for anything new, but I couldn’t resist doing some window shopping and figured I would share some of my favorite pieces with you. From sequins to velvet to feathers, these editor-approved outfits are sure to turn heads at any event.

You’ll find options for dressy affairs as well as cozy items for at-home get-togethers. If you want to look chic while staying comfy, try these faux-leather leggings that have a stretchy waist and trendy front-slit hems. And you can carry your essentials in this velvet bow-accented purse. Browse holiday-ready clothes and accessories from Madewell, Nordstrom, Anthropologie, and more below.

Holiday Party Outfits and Accessories

Abercrombie & Fitch Draped High-Neck Shell Midi Dress, $98 (was $130); abercrombie.com.
Gap Velvet Vest, $31 (was $80); gap.com.
Madewell Satin Maxi Slip Skirt, $88; madewell.com.
A New Day Crewneck Pullover Sweater, $25; target.com.
Lulus Premium Aura Black Satin High Rise Wide-Leg Feather Pants, $54; lulus.com.
Gap High Rise Velvet '70s Flare Pants, $55 (was $80); gap.com.
Madewell Wide V-Neck Midi Dress, $80 (was $138); madewell.com.
Spanx Leather-Like Front-Slit Legging, $110; spanx.com.
By Anthropologie Cap-Sleeve Mock-Neck Slim Midi Dress, $178; anthropologie.com.
Wild Fable High-Rise Rhinestone Mini Skort, $22; target.com.
Astr the Label Metallic Ruched Mock Neck Top, $69; nordstrom.com.
I.N.C International Concepts Velvet Blazer, $63 with code FRIEND (was $90); macys.com.
Topall Rhinestone Purse, $25 (was $26); amazon.com.
Sam Edelman Linnie Mule in Soft Silver, $98 (was $140); nordstrom.com.
J.Crew Factory Velvet Handbag, $27 (was $70); jcrewfactory.com.

Abercrombie & Fitch Draped High-Neck Shell Midi Dress

<p>Abercrombie & Fitch</p> — Abercrombie & Fitch

Wear this dress if you want to be a little fancier for holiday parties. The machine-washable satin dress features a slit in the skirt, ruching on the bodice, and an open back with a tie, and it’s available in black, cream, green, and navy. Reviewers say the midi style is “classy and flattering” and that you can wear it for fall and winter weddings, too. If you get chilly with the open back, just also throw a sweater or blazer on top.

Gap Velvet Vest

Vests are very popular right now, and the velvet fabric of this style makes it feel festive. One shopper commented, “[It’s] exactly what I needed to make my holiday outfit stand out.” The vest has a V-neckline with a button closure and pocket details on the front, and it hits at the hip. You can wear it on its own as a shirt or pair it with a sweater or button-down underneath.

Madewell Satin Maxi Slip Skirt

Slip skirts can be dressed up or down for almost any occasion, making them a great basic to have in your closet. This maxi option is ideal for winter, and you can pair it with knee-high boots for extra coverage on cold days. It has an elastic waistband to keep you comfy even if you overindulge on holiday treats.

A New Day Crewneck Pullover Sweater

Holiday sweaters don’t have to be ugly; this one is actually cute. The pullover comes in a variety of colors and patterns with sayings like “Cheers!,” “Cozy,” and “Après.” Customers say that the polyester-/acrylic-blend is “super soft” and “looks more expensive than it is.” Style it with leggings for at-home festivities, or wear it with a skirt and tights for a dressier look.

Lulus Premium Aura Black Satin High Rise Wide-Leg Feather Pants

These feather-trimmed pants are so adorable, and they’re the perfect way to dress up while staying comfortable, thanks to the wide leg. The pants are made of woven satin, and they have a hidden zipper and clasp in the waistband. Wear them with heels for an elevated look, or style them with loafers or ankle boots for more casual events.

Gap High Rise Velvet '70s Flare Pants

You can’t go wrong with velvet pants for the holidays. These flares are designed to be extra stretchy, so you can sit, stand, or even dance freely, and they’ll hold their shape even after multiple wears and washes. The high-rise waistband features a button and zippered closure and two patch pockets. And the dark maroon shade adds a seasonal touch.

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