It’s office holiday party time! Ahhh, yes. Tis the season to have uncomfortable conversations with coworkers you hardly know over a glass of bubbly. To aid in your mental preparation, I’ve come up with the following list of topics to help fill awkward silences when forced to make conversation with the guy in bookkeeping that has a weird affinity for porcelain figurines. Discuss the following:
- the weather
- all of the porcelain figurines at his desk
- how cold it is outside
- how cold it is inside
- whether he expects to receive more porcelain figurines for Hanukkah/Christmas
- this weather though…
Voilà! Holiday party conquered.
Blouse: Vince Camuto | Skirt: Banana Republic (also love this one and this one) | Jacket: Topshop | Shoes: SJP Collection | Earrings: not sure! similar here and here | Bangles: c/o Julie Vos (similar here and here) Minaudière: (very similar here, here and here)

Oh, and I’ve also assembled the below guides to help you dress for the occasion. Whether your office party is a casual gathering over lunch, a business formal gathering in your building, or a swanky cocktail party at a local venue, the following will hopefully help spark some ideas.
It’s always a bit tough to strike the right balance between festive and appropriate at these types of work events. A sequined pencil skirt would certainly be odd for a party in your office where most are in business attire, but if it’s a formal cocktail party at an upscale bar or lounge, it may be just the right mix of not-too-revealing yet still very festive. Thus, the following guide is organized into three general categories: casual office party, business formal office party, and professional cocktail party. Keep in mind that many of the pieces in each category could crossover, depending on how you wear them, so take a gander and then go ahead and amp up your seasonal sweater/sequined skirt/sparkly slacks game. Tis the freakin’ season yo.
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23 thoughts on “What to Wear to Your Office Holiday Party”
Stunning look from top to bottom!
Red Reticule
Oh yes!! Absolutely perfect outfit for a pre-Christmas office party, very festive, feminine and classy!
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Ok, first, great picks! I love the fur coat, that green flared skirt, all of it.
Second, you hit the nail on the head about office holiday parties. Love your writing style!
Style by Joules
Super cute (and helpful!!) post. Thanks!
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I love your outfit – feels so light and fresh!
Liz @ ShoppingMyCloset.com
That skirt is perfection!
My new office is having a Christmas party and I'm so excited! I love holiday get togethers!
Lovely heels!
Fashion latte with vanilla
Great post! I love holiday office parties — if only I didn't work for myself!
-Meg
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So classic and chic!
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These are so helpful! I love the red shirt
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Obsessed with everything about this post. Love the outfit you wore, so classic and festive!
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Those sleeves are awesome and add such a glamorous touch!
I love the entire outfit and I'd feel very comfortable at our office party in that look.
Annette | Lady of Style
Super classic.
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I'm seriously starry eyed over this outfit, I might as well be the hearts in eyes emoji. So, SO gorgeous!
xo Kylie
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Gosh, that is soooo polished and perfect. I adore your style.
Hi Mary, how do you feel about open toe shoes at a holiday party?
It really depends on both the climate and the type of party. If you’re in a super warm climate and/or if the event is an upscale cocktail party, for example, a peep toe pump is completely acceptable. Some offices have black tie events around the holidays, in which case a dressy sandal is perfectly acceptable.
Love this! I’ve been putting off shopping for my Christmas party outfit. This is a lifesaver!
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You didn’t mention where to find that CLUTCH!!!
oh – never mind! I’m not familiar with the term ‘minaudière’ 🙂
love your outfits and I love your top because i have similar type of
warddrobe collectionin this your are looking so polished and fresh!
Ce regard est incroyable. amour