When we think about getting dressed for holiday parties [1], the task can seem daunting. Our goal is to feel totally glamorous, but if that sequinned dress comes a little too short and those old party heels [2] have a rhinestone missing, well then, what are you to do? We curated a list of the eight most tasteful trends worth shopping to make 2018 Winter evenings out [3] worth your while. Invest in at least two of these no-brainer looks, and you'll actually turn quite a few heads when you walk through the door (no, we're not just saying that). Scroll for the breakdown, and make sure you have enough battery life to snap a picture on your phone. You'll want to look back on the nights when you were wearing these clothes.
Jewellery Bags
Shop for a purse that feels so special, you could forgo jewellery altogether and still make a statement. You won't need any extra shine when you're hanging onto one of these bags all night long.
Zara Velvet Bag With Beaded Fringe [4] ($60)
From St. Xavier Mermaid Scales Bag
From St. Xavier Mermaid Scales Bag [5] ($128)
ASOS Design '90s Chainmail Fringe Clutch Bag
ASOS Design '90s Chainmail Fringe Clutch Bag [6] ($48)
Chloé Drew Bijou Leather Clutch
Chloé Drew Bijou Leather Clutch [7] ($1,150)
Topshop Leopard Print Metal Chain Shoulder Bag
Topshop Leopard Print Metal Chain Shoulder Bag [8] ($55)
True Decadence Black Embellished Hard Clutch
True Decadence Black Embellished Hard Clutch [9] ($40)
Topshop Metallic Beaded Shoulder Bag
Topshop Metallic Beaded Shoulder Bag [10] ($55)
Shrimps Antonia Bag
Shrimps Antonia Bag [11] ($487, originally $695)
Glamorous Faux Fur
With numerous fashion labels giving up fur [12], this season is all about staying comfy and cosy and feeling good about it. Wear a long, floor-skimming shearling jacket over your evening dress, or throw a puffy pink version over your tailored slacks and heels.
Zara Faux Fur Coat [13] ($169)
Vero Moda Faux Fur Coat
Vero Moda Faux Fur Coat [14] ($76)
Rachel Rachel Roy Faux Fur Coat
Rachel Rachel Roy Faux Fur Coat [15] ($265)
Aritzia Talula Faux Fur Coat
Aritzia Talula Faux Fur Coat [16] ($228)
HVN Label Black & White Heart Courtney Faux Fur Coat
HVN Label Black & White Heart Courtney Faux Fur Coat [17] ($995)
Ruby+Ed Regal Faux Fur Coat
Ruby+Ed Regal Faux Fur Coat [18] ($198)
Topshop Petite Luxe Faux Fur Coat
Topshop Petite Luxe Faux Fur Coat [19] ($150)
Vero Moda Faux Fur Coat
Vero Moda Faux Fur Coat [20] ($127)
Ellery Cortille Shearling Coat
Ellery Cortille Shearling Coat [21] ($3,995)
Crystal Fringe
'Tis the season for cascading crystal jewellery, whether in the form of a necklace or earrings that just skim your shoulders. Opt for the signature look of diamonds in plain silver or something jewel-toned.
Kate Spade New York Glitzville Chain Fringe Earrings [22] ($128)
Beaufille Cobalt Fringed Gold Plated Crystal Earrings
Beaufille Cobalt Fringed Gold Plated Crystal Earrings [23] ($385)
Rebecca Minkoff Gemma Crystal Fringe Necklace
Rebecca Minkoff Gemma Crystal Fringe Necklace [24] ($78)
Rebecca Minkoff Gemma Winged Crystal Fringe Earrings
Rebecca Minkoff Gemma Winged Crystal Fringe Earrings [25] ($68)
Zara Metallic Fringed Earrings
Zara Metallic Fringed Earrings [26] ($26)
Express Linear Bezel Waterfall Post Back Drop Earrings
Express Linear Bezel Waterfall Post Back Drop Earrings [27] ($18, originally $30)
Embellished Heels
Whether it's crystalized studs on your leopard slingbacks or shimmering ropes that wrap around your ankles, jazzing up your outfit with the help of footwear is the name of the game. Discover some of the most intricate styles of the season, and make sure your hemline is just short enough to show them off.
Schutz Zemna Strappy Sandals [28] ($200)
Isabel Marant Amspee Sandals
Isabel Marant Amspee Crystal-Embellished Suede Sandals [29] ($875)
Schutz Moriah Mesh Mules
Schutz Moriah Mesh Mules [30] ($154, originally $220)
Alice + Olivia Mabli Slingbacks
Alice + Olivia Mabli Slingbacks [31] ($395)
Badgley Mischka Peace Crystal Ankle Wrap Sandal
Badgley Mischka Peace Crystal Ankle Wrap Sandal [32] ($285)
Jeffrey Campbell Otelia Embellished Mary Jane Pump
Jeffrey Campbell Otelia Embellished Mary Jane Pump [33] ($170)
Topshop Rochelle Two Part Heels
Topshop Rochelle Two Part Heels [34] ($80)
Zara Embellished Heeled Mules
Zara Embellished Heeled Mules [35] ($90)
Sequinned Separates
While you could invest in a full-length sequinned dress, this trend is all about day-to-night dressing. Opt for a dazzling skirt and offset it with a cosy sweater, or sport a paillette crop top with your denim and style with classic pumps.
Eloquii Sequin Column Skirt [36] ($100)
ASOS Design Curve Oversize T-Shirt With All Over Disc Sequins
ASOS Design Curve Oversize T-Shirt With All Over Disc Sequins [37] ($64)
ASOS Design Tall Wrap Stripe Midi Dress
ASOS Design Tall Wrap Stripe Midi Dress [38] ($119)
Milly One-Shoulder Butterfly-Sleeve Striped Sequin Top
Milly One-Shoulder Butterfly-Sleeve Striped Sequin Top [39] ($158, originally $225)
Imagine by Vince Camuto Lidya Pump
Imagine by Vince Camuto Lidya Pump [40] ($149)
Motel Wyne Sequin Mini Skirt
Motel Wyne Sequin Mini Skirt [41] ($49)
Zara Ombré Sequinned Dress
Zara Ombré Sequinned Dress [42] ($119)
Feather Touch
Give your look a light, airy touch with feather adornments — but not just on your accessories. Shop for feather tops or jackets with wispy sleeves that make your outfit just shy of costume-like, in the best possible way.
Loeffler Randall Maisie Feather Hinge Pouch [43] ($350)
UO Suzani Oversized Faux Fur Trim Coat
UO Suzani Oversized Faux Fur Trim Coat [44] ($199)
Marchesa Notte Ostrich Feather Trim Embroidered Corset Dress
Marchesa Notte Ostrich Feather Trim Embroidered Corset Dress [45] ($795)
Loeffler Randall Laurel Twist Slides With Feathers
Loeffler Randall Laurel Twist Slides With Feathers [46] ($315, originally $450)
Topshop Birdie Marabou Bag
Topshop Birdie Marabou Bag [47] ($38)
Sam Edelman Feather Trim Embroidered Mesh Sheath Dress
Sam Edelman Feather Trim Embroidered Mesh Sheath Dress [48] ($148)
UO Time After Time Feather Trim Set
UO Time After Time Feather Trim Tank Top [49] ($49) and UO Time After Time Feather Trim Mini Skirt [50] ($59)
The Volon Cindy Feather Bag
The Volon Cindy Feather Bag [51] ($775)
Tory Burch Elodie Embellished Feather Mule
Tory Burch Elodie Embellished Feather Mule [52] ($287, originally $428)
Emerald Dresses
Gone are the days of the "red emoji dress." Instead, impress them all in a lovely jewel tone like emerald. Some of the most miraculous looks, in our opinion, come in velvet and silk.
Reformation Melany Dress [53] ($278)
Jason Wu Silk Charmeuse Collar Day Dress
Jason Wu Silk Charmeuse Collar Day Dress [54] ($1,895)
Zara Velvet Wrap Dress
Zara Velvet Wrap Dress [55] ($30)
Express Velvet Front Slit Sheath Dress
Express Velvet Front Slit Sheath Dress [56] ($48, originally $80)
Caroline Constas Olivia Velvet Devoré Gown
Caroline Constas Olivia Velvet Devoré Gown [57] ($1,095)
Self-Portrait Lace Trim Satin Shift Dress
Self-Portrait Lace Trim Satin Shift Dress [58] ($380)
Aritzia Wilfred Millie Dress
Aritzia Wilfred Millie Dress [59] ($168)
Magda Butrym Ruched Silk Jacquard Midi Dress
Magda Butrym Ruched Silk Jacquard Midi Dress [60] ($2,150)
Royally Good Suiting
Take a tip from Meghan Markle, who's stepped out in sleek suiting [61] from Alexander McQueen and Altuzarra, and opt for properly tailored pieces that fit you just right. You can fancify these looks with strappy heels or just add stunning earrings and keep it simple in flats.
Zara Shiny Effect Blazer [62] ($100) and Zara Shiny Effect Pants [63] ($50)
Boohoo Co-ord Set
Boohoo Cord Button Detail Blazer [64] ($64) and Boohoo Cord Wide Leg Trouser [65] ($25)
Topshop Crinkle Velvet Suit
Topshop Crinkle Velvet Suit [66] ($170)
Zara Corduroy Set
Zara Corduroy Blazer [67] ($100) and Zara Velveteen Pants [68] ($50)
Prabal Gurung Suit
Prabal Gurung Split Sleeve Crepe Blazer [69] ($898, originally 1,795) and Prabal Gurung Boot Cut Pant With Gold Buttons [70] ($448, originally $995)
Rachel Zoe Grosgrain-Trimmed Metallic Suit
Rachel Zoe Becca Grosgrain-Trimmed Metallic Croc-Effect Jacquard Blazer [71] ($495) and Rachel Zoe Skyla Grosgrain-Trimmed Metallic Croc-Effect Jacquard Slim-Leg Pants [72] ($365)
