Popsugar Fashion Fashion Shopping How to Wear Sneakers For Holiday Parties Get Away With Sneakers During the Holidays With These 4 Styling Tricks 22 November 2021 by Jamila Stewart Image Source: Getty / Edward Berthelot As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. We've found our way back to holiday season, and it's about that time when heel phobias are at an all-time high — particularly if you've still yet to bounce back from the comfy style of dress last year brought on. Fear not. It turns out there are plenty of glammed-up sneakers on the market waiting for this very moment, and they mesh pretty well with a holiday getup. While we can expect a return to lavish holiday events this year, your plans may involve more low-key affairs that don't require the full nine yards. Or maybe you just have a knack for dressing up sneakers, and the arrival of the holiday season doesn't mean you have to switch things up. Between everything from a plethora of glittery high-tops to chunky sneakers with metallic soles, there's no shortage of what we'll affectionately call "event sneakers," and they're just as easy to dress up as they are to style otherwise. Ahead, here are four styling tips for sneaker-lovers amid the season of festivities and a few styles you may want to start browsing now. Tip 1: Shine Subtly With Metallics Image Source: Getty / Edward Berthelot Not a glitter and sequins fan, but still want that element of shine? The luxe sheen of a gold or silver metallic sneaker leaves just enough evidence of its sporty DNA, but when paired with a matching top, it transcends effortlessly into event-ready territory. Giuseppe Zanotti Blabber Metallic Sneakers Image Source: farfetch.com Giuseppe Zanotti Blabber Metallic Sneakers ($398, originally $796) Giuseppe Zanotti Blabber Metallic Sneakers $398 from farfetch.com Buy Now Tip 2: Add a Little Razzle-Dazzle With Sparkly Socks Image Source: Getty / Edward Berthelot Why be the person who shows up to the party with sparkly Converse sneakers when you can be the person who shows up to the party with sparkly Converse sneakers and sequinned socks to match? No need for anything busy up top — throw on a billowy maxi skirt for a flirty touch and a cashmere crewneck in holiday tones, and you'll feel at home at any event, no matter big or small. Betsey Johnson Sidny Rhinestones Sneakers Image Source: betseyjohnson.com Betsey Johnson Sidny Rhinestones Sneakers ($89) Betsey Johnson Sidny Rhinestones Sneakers $89 from betseyjohnson.com Buy Now Tip 3: Stay True to Your Sporty Roots Image Source: Getty / Christian Vierig You might instinctively steer clear of sneakers that come without some degree of bells and whistles during the holidays, but it's actually possible to style them with a little finesse. First, since you're forgoing sequins and the like, go for a sneaker style in a festive shade instead. Then, totally dress them up with an unexpected getup — think a maxi with a slit or a voluminous satin dress. Steve Madden Maxima Sneaker Image Source: stevemadden.com Steve Madden Maxima Sneaker ($100) Steve Madden Maxima Sneaker $100 from stevemadden.com Buy Now Tip 4: Make a Statement With High-Tops Image Source: Getty / Paul Gonzales High hemlines call for high-tops. Using any variation of festive embellishments — glitter, sequins, or pearls — style a pair of sneakers with a minidress for a daytime gathering. You can opt for Converse or a similar style to keep a slim silhouette, and pull out one of the colours from your dress to match the shoes to. Converse Chuck 70 HI JW Anderson Glitter Pack Sneaker Image Source: stadiumgoods.com Converse Chuck 70 HI JW Anderson Glitter Pack Sneaker ($145) Converse Chuck 70 HI JW Anderson Glitter Pack Sneaker $145 from stadiumgoods.com Buy Now Fashion ShoppingHoliday FashionWinter FashionStyle How-ToSneakersHoliday