The holiday season is right around the corner. And with this festive and undeniably busy season looming before you, it’s only wise to plan ahead what you’re going to wear to every Christmas party you’ll attend. It will save you a lot of time and trouble come December.
To keep your look updated, we compiled eight different looks from eight celebrities featuring one holiday season staple: the classic red dress.
1. Kylie Minogue in Christmas Lace Dress
We recently featured the 46-year-old in a stunningly elaborate lace Dolce & Gabbana dress that she wore with a satin red clutch and bow-embellished pumps from the same fashion powerhouse.
Kylie Minogue in a stunningly elaborate lace Dolce & Gabbana dress
Kylie Minogue looked ready for Christmas in red bow-embellished pumps
Kylie Minogue totes a satin red clutch at the Chiltern Firehouse restaurant in Marylebone in London on November 19, 2014
Lace and macramé dresses inject femininity to an ensemble and make the color red look less daunting.
Valentino Floral Macramé Dress, $4,050
2. Kate Middleton in Simple Shift Dress
Pregnant Kate Middleton hid her baby bump in a shapeless red dress with three-fourth sleeves.
The Duchess of Cambridge flaunts her legs in a shapeless red dress with three-fourth sleeves
She accessorized with a pair of black Jimmy Choo “Aimee” pumps, Kiki McDonough classic green amethyst and diamond cushion drop earrings, and a simple necklace.
The Duchess of Cambridge at the East Anglia’s Hospices Norfolk Capital Appeal launch at the Norfolk Showground in Norwich, England, on November 25, 2014
Solid-colored shift dresses like Kate’s are classic. They successfully strike a balance between conservative and modern, so if you want your dress to be a little bit more modest than your average party dress, this is the best style to wear.
Dolce & Gabbana Wide V-Neck Dress, $1,073
3. Myleene Klass in Sleeveless Fit-and-Flare Red Dress
What’s so great about fit-and-flare dresses is that they are universally flattering.
Myleene Klass flaunts her incredible legs in a red holiday dress
Take a cue from Myleene Klass, who showcased her toned body in her jacquard prom dress. This kind of dress is a win all the time!
Myleene Klass at the British Academy Children’s Awards (BAFTA) held at the Roundhouse in London, England on November 23, 2014
Giambattista Valli Embossed Dress, $1,920
4. Ashley Greene in Slip Dress
Slip dresses can be great for this season, too! Try something like Ashley Greene’s Peter Som Spring 2015 dress paired with her Paul Andrew “Delphi” python sandals.
Ashley Greene shows off her sexy feet in Paul Andrew Delphi python sandals
You can easily pick an outerwear to go with it. A double-breasted coat or even a cape would complete your look.
Ashley Greene at the 11th Annual CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards at Spring Studios in New York City on November 3, 2014
Zimmermann V Dress, $310
This festive mini dress makes a sultry impression in a deep, double-V profile.
5. Lea Michele in Long-Sleeved Mini Dress
The ‘Glee’ actress balanced out the show of flesh in her long-sleeved lace dress from Valentino worn with Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps.
Lea Michele rocked beautiful braids when visiting the Late Show with David Letterman in NYC on May 15, 2014
Lea Michele flaunts her sexy pins in a long-sleeved lace dress
Lea Michele shows off her foot tattoo in black Christian Louboutin pumps
Giambattista Valli Lace Embroidery Dress, $5,326
6. Elle Fanning in Embellished Dress
’Tis the season to wear festive clothes, so why not go all out and opt for embellished garments, just like the ‘Maleficent’ actress’ Christopher Kane Resort 2015 dress adorned with floral appliqués?
Elle Fanning’s Christopher Kane dress is adorned with floral appliqués
Elle Fanning at San Diego Comic-Con International (day 3) in California on July 26, 2014
Mary Katrantzou Clocktopia Dress, $8,672
7. Crystal Reed in Tea-Length Dress
Do you want to achieve vintage glam? Try a midi dress similar to the former ‘Teen Wolf’ actress’ full-skirted piece.
Crystal Reed flaunts her sexy legs in a red tea-length dress
A midi dress with a simple A-line silhouette would also work quite nicely.
Crystal Reed at the 21st Annual Race to Erase MS at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on May 2, 2014, in Century City, California
Victoria Victoria Beckham Deep-V Midi Dress, $970
A bold, sophisticated cocktail dress for the holiday season, cut from rich, textured wool crepe.
8. Emma Roberts in Short-Sleeved Mini Dress
If long sleeves are too overwhelming, wear one with shorter sleeves. Take inspiration from the American Horror Story star’s red Fendi dress.
Emma Roberts flaunts her legs at the 2014 Vanity Fair Oscar Party in West Hollywood on March 3, 2014
She wore it with equally red Brian Atwood shoes, Dior Fine Jewellery rings, Chimento earrings, and a Swarovski bag.
Emma Roberts rocks a red Fendi dress with matching Brian Atwood shoes
Jill Stuart Estelle Shift Dress, $271.60
This red dress is made from bouclé tweed for a tactile take on the classic shift profile.
That should solve your holiday dress dilemma! Which one would you pick to be your ultimate Christmas party dress?
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