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Even when it comes to shopping for specific occasions such as holiday gatherings, we can all benefit from getting the most bang for our buck when we snag a new piece. And when it comes to cost per wear, designating any item to evening wear works against the end goal. That's enough reason to give yourself permission to wear your nighttime styles before 5 p.m. this holiday season, and with a few easy styling tricks, they won't look the slightest bit out of place.
That velvet minidress you've only worn once? That pearl-embellished midi you bought solely for a dinner party? Unpopular opinion: they, too, can coexist with your daytime wardrobe when juxtaposed against some of the more daytime-friendly pieces in your rotation. What's more, there's never been a better style hack for anyone with a jam-packed holiday schedule, should you be in such high demand that you've got gatherings booked for both day and night. Take comfort this season in knowing you don't have to leave that over-the-top piece you love so much in the dark. Ahead, here's how to style those evening pieces for the daytime like a pro.