What to Wear to a Formal Holiday Dinner
Whether you’re meeting your beau’s parents or celebrating the season with a high style gathering, dressing for a sit-down dinner can be a challenge. Here are some easy tips to guarantee that you feel comfortable—and look fabulous.
Tip 1: Since you’re going to be eating, you want to avoid skin-tight clothing that doesn’t let you breathe.
RED Valentino Sequined Mesh Dress, $906.50 at LustreLife.com.
Fendi Ombre-Effect Metallic Dress, $1325 at LustreLife.com.
Tip 2: Billowy sleeves will just get in the gravy, so keep your jacket streamlined and close to your wrists.
Isabel Marant “Jayna” Studded Wool-Twill Jacket, $2250 at LustreLife.com.
Jil Sander Double-Breasted Silk-Blend Twill Blazer, $1206 at LustreLife.com.
Tip 3: You’ll be using your hands while you dine, so use the opportunity to show off a fabulous ring.
Saint Laurent “Cassandre” Palladium-Plated Ring, $295 at LustreLife.com.
Maison Martin Margiela Triple Stack Ring, $595 at LustreLife.com
Tip 4: If you’re seated for most of the event it never hurts to put some extra dazzle on your upper half, so opt for a gorgeous pair of crystal-studded earrings.
Oscar de la Renta Gold-Plated Crystal and Resin Rose Drop Earrings, $245 at LustreLife.com.
Lanvin Gold-Tone Crystal and Swarovski Pearl Clip Earrings, $1095 at LustreLife.com.
