What to Wear to a Holiday Party!

'tis the season for a party

Whether it’s a holiday gathering with your work buddies, a family get-together at grandma’s house or just hanging with friends for your annual gift exchange, this time of year is all about getting together with your loved ones and celebrating the season. Yes, it’s about being grateful for what you have and being present with the people you care about most, but it’s also about rolling up in looks that make you feel like your best you!

Get ready to celebrate in style with our top holiday party outfits:

  • Must-have Gold/rust colored tops with jeggings
  • Cozy Teddy Sherpa cardigan with high-waisted jeans
  • Festive Fair Isle sweater and pull-on jeggings
  • Wintery Plaid pocket dress with mock neck t-shirt
  • Trendy Paperbag pants with a turtleneck sweater

stay golden

Top off your outfit with warm gold and rust colors.

One of our fave looks for this season is rust and gold-colored tops paired with a simple but classic pair of black jeans. You might be thinking this color palette makes more sense for fall than your next party, but we maintain a rich pop of color is perfect for any get-together this time of year. Rust and gold tops keep things cozy when you’re heading to grandma’s house or going out with friends to celebrate the season. They’re versatile enough to mix and match with what you already have in your closet and add dimension to your wardrobe, too. Pair them with your favorite American Eagle high-waisted jeggings, booties and a belt for a fresh but warm look you’ll love.

AE SMOCKED DITSY FLORAL LACE TOPAE NE(X)T LEVEL HIGH WAISTED JEGGING

AEO BASIC HIP BELTDOLCE VITA KELANI BOOTIE

sherpa

Keep it cozy, keep it warm.

There’s really nothing better (or easier) than throwing on a cozy cardigan or jacket and heading out for an ice-skating trip, a family dinner or festive school party. Not only can you keep the cold out, you’ll look pretty chic with sherpa tops and outerwear. This cozy look can be achieved a million ways, but our favorites include layering with other AE women’s tops like hoodies, long sleeve t-shirts or cute button up shirts. Wear them with a pair of high-waisted Mom Jeans for a cool vibe. AE sherpa is super soft and is the perfect second layer for your next holiday outing.

MOM JEANAE COZY EVER AFTER HOODIE

AE FAUX SHERPA TRUCKER JACKETK-SWISS PERSHING COURT SHOE

fair isle

Festive sweater outfits? Yes please.

Get that super cozy look you’ve been dreaming about with a fair isle sweater and super high-waisted jeggings. This party outfit creates an easy, relaxed vibe for the next time you roll up to a holiday get-together. The festive fair isle style has stolen our hearts and we’re pretty sure you’ll love it for your next get-together too. The super cute, super merry fair isle pattern doesn’t have to be limited to your sweater either. It brings a cheerful touch to your socks, leggings, hats & even your dog too! This seasonal design usually features two or more colors for a nice bright touch, and uses snowflakes or other winter graphics to keep you feeling holly & jolly at your next party. Double up on your fair isle style for an extra dose of joy.

AE FAIR ISLE PULLOVER SWEATERAE NE(X)T LEVEL SUPER HIGH-WAISTED JEGGING

AEO FAIR ISLE BOOT SOCKABO DOG SWEATER

all plaid everything

You can never have too much plaid.

This holiday party outfit starts with one of our favorite designs – plaid. Plaid is one of our fave holiday styles because it goes with just about anything! Ahhmazingly Soft plaid flannel shirts, cozy sleep leggings, plaid socks & more. Nothing screams festive party like a cute flannel outfit. For this look we’ve paired an Ahhmazingly Soft Flannel Boyfriend Shirt with a denim skirt for a cozy but cute look. Complete the outfit with tights (we like fleece lined ones to stay warm) and a cool moto jacket for a super cute put-together look perfect for the next time you’re gathering with friends to party. Don’t let the cold keep you down – layer up and celebrate!

AE AHHMAZINGLY SOFT FLANNEL BOYFRIEND SHIRTAE MOTO JACKET

AE NE(X)T LEVEL HIGH-WAISTED FESTIVAL DENIM SKIRTAEO SHERPA CUFF BOOTIE

all the feels

‘tis the season to be comfy and cute.

We know the right pair of pants and the right sweater can have you singing carols and jumping for joy with how cute you are and how comfortable you feel. This holiday party look is perfect for grabbing drinks with the girls for a gift exchange, or Hanukkah gatherings. It’s relaxed and hassle-free and as comfy as sweatpants and a hoodie. And the colors are THE colors of the season. Tie waist pants are sophisticated yet always cool, and a pullover sweater completes the outfit with a cute, cropped fit ideal for kicking it with the fam, dancing under the mistletoe or hosting your nearest & dearest. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

AE CROPPED RIB KNIT PULLOVER SWEATERTIE WAIST PANT

JewelryDOLCE VITA COLTYN BOOTIE

Shop these looks and more to find your perfect holiday party outfit! And check out our Party Time gift guide for everything you need for your next get-together. Festive hats, silly gifts & more elevate your party style this season so you’re ready for every event.

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