The key to dressing up for holiday parties is to think FESTIVE, put in a little extra effort, and have fun!! You can even be stylish wearing a simple sweater, pants and ballet flats while cozying up on the couch with the family in front of a football game.

Holiday Don't: Holiday sweaters adorned with Christmas trees that have actual ornaments hanging off of them. Unless of course, you're being kind to Grandma who knitted it especially for you.

Office Holiday Party – Keep it Sophisticated

This is your chance to make a good impression on the bigwigs that you see only a few times a year. Remember, while you want to stand apart, you don't want to stand out. Don't wearing anything too short or low cut or your cleavage and thighs might be the topic of office gossip later on.

• Stand apart from the conservative suits with an elegant wool or wrap dress.
• Pair a pencil or a-line skirt with a jewel-toned silk top or something with a little shimmer or beading. Then add a fabulous chunky necklace.

Holiday Cocktail Party – Spice up your outfit!

Skip the little black dress and choose something in red, plum or sapphire. This time you can be a little sexy by showing some cleavage or your toned arms and shoulders.

• Wow them with a mini-style dress with opaque tights and heels.
• Add some sass to any outfit with dangly earrings and metallic heels.

A Family Affair – Stay Comfortable

You want a casual, chic look that can go from the kitchen table buffet to squeezing on the couch next to your aunt to cheering for your cousins playing football outside.

• Choose a soft cashmere sweater, wide leg trousers and flats or low-heeled boots.
• Add a cuff bracelet and a patent leather belt to give the outfit an extra kick of personality.