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The Perfect Holiday Outfit Starts With These 5 Pieces

by : Erica Ngao- Dec 18th, 2018

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This holiday season, you can dress for any occasion with these hero pieces. And the best part? You can wear them after the festivities are over too. 

Hero Piece: The Midi Skirt

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It's the perennial holiday wardrobe staple. Whether you opt for trendy snake-print, timeless plaid or NYE-ready sequins, a skirt paired with a graphic sweater and knee-high boots will be a hit at any get-together. 

Net-A-Porter

Ganni Sonora Sequined Satin Skirt ($295 USD)

Zara

Zara Snake Print Skirt ($49.90)

Victoire

Birds of North America Rail Skirt ($169), at Victoire

Mango

Mango Belt Metal Thread Skirt ($89.99)

Hudson's Bay

Topshop Metallic Plisse Midi Skirt ($65), at Hudson’s Bay

Hero Piece: The Slouchy Suit

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The power suit takes on a new form during the holidays. Opt for a looser, more casual fit in different textures and colours. Finish off the look with a pair of statement earrings to really make an impression. And it's a great way to transition from the office to cocktail hour. 

Zara

Zara Double Breasted Corduroy Blazer ($129)

Zara

Zara Flared Corduroy Pants ($79.90)

Le Château

Le Château Metallic Knit Culotte Pant ($79.95)

Le Château

Le Château Metallic Knit Belted Blazer ($150)

Mango

Mango Textured Unstructured Blazer ($129.99)

Mango

Mango Flowy Palazzo Trousers ($89.99)

Hero Piece: The Party Jumpsuit

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For those who want a no-fuss, high-impact holiday look, jumpsuits are your BFF. Choose one with an interesting neckline like a halter top or strapless version to make it extra fancy. Now, all you need to leave the house is a cute clutch.

Le Château

Roxy Earle x Le Château Metallic Knit Halter Neck Jumpsuit ($139.95)

Samantha Pleet

Samantha Pleet Divination Jumpsuit ($290)

Aritzia

Babaton Roshan Jumpsuit ($178), at Aritzia

Madewell

Madewell Velvet Twist-Front Jumpsuit ($171)

Shopbop

Petersyn Carlotta Jumpsuit ($364), at Shopbop

Hero Piece: The Long Sleeve Dress

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Save the bare arms for spring. Pair a long sleeve dress with a blazer and glittering heels for a versatile outfit that'll won't leave you feeling cold. 

Shopbop

Norma Kamali ($395), at Shopbop

Shopbop

EDIT Insert Midi Frill Dress ($369), at Shopbop

Net-A-Porter

ROTATE Gathered Metallic Stretch-Knit Midi Dress ($250 USD), at Net-a-Porter

Aritzia

Wilfred Millie Dress ($168), at Aritzia

Hero Piece: The Anything-but-Boring LBD

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Elevate the classic little black dress by choosing one with embellishments or an unusual silhouette. It's also the perfect piece to layer — over a cozy turtleneck, under a cool faux fur coat or both! 

dagg & stacey

dagg & stacey Hendrick Dress ($205)

Net-A-Porter

Staud Blitz Crystal-Embellished Crepe Mini Dress ($195 USD), at Net-a-Porter

Net-A-Porter

Michael Michael Kors Crystal-Embellished Metallic Lace Mini Dress, at Net-a-Porter ($395 USD)

Net-A-Porter

Self-Portrait Off-the-Shoulder Embellished Velvet Mini Dress ($385 USD), at Net-a-Porter

Addition Elle

Addition Elle Draped Long Sleeve Column Dress ($99)

Universal Standard

Universal Standard Wonder Sequin Slip Dress ($150 USD)

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