This time of year, everybody’s focused on the holidays. From gifts to decor, it’s almost like nothing exists past New Year’s Eve. And while we’re not advocating skipping the festivities, we want to make sure you’re thinking ahead.
That really rings true when it comes to snazzy holiday party dresses. Traditionally, there’s a lot of glitz and plush fabrics like velvet, especially in red and green hues. But you can still get the party started in unexpected shades and silhouettes. And the devil is in the details with everything from scalloped trim to ruching giving these dresses an edge. Come 2019, pull them out again for date night and your weekend wardrobe.
Here are 23 holiday party dresses that’ll still look hot come January 2.
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2018 Holiday Party Dresses
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& Other Stories
Sequin Embellished Mini Dress, $149 at & Other Stories
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Zara
Long Dress, $129 at Zara
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Boden
Adora Velvet Dress, $230 at Boden
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Violeta by Mango
Scoop-Back Sequin Dress, $249.99 at Mango
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Ganni
Clark Ruffled Stretch-Crepe Maxi Dress, $150 at Net-a-Porter
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Rachel Comey
Surveillance Ruched Velvet Dress, $550 at Need Supply Co.
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Topshop
Lace Plunge Asymmetrical Slip Dress, $110 at Topshop
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Shona Joy
Ambra Layered Ruffle Maxi Dress, $560 at Free People
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Eckhaus Latta
Green Velvet Raglan Mini Dress, $204 at SSENSE
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Ganni
Flynn Lace Dress in Black, $151.99 at Need Supply Co.
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PrettyLittleThing
Plus Plisse Maxi Dress in Berry, $48 at ASOS
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Mango
Satin Gown, $119.99 at Mango
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Self Portrait
Ruffled Cutout Crepe Mini Dress, $266 at Matches Fashion
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Zara
Blazer Dress, $119 at Zara
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Mango
Wrap Back Dress, $79.99 at Mango
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& Other Stories
Velvet Wrap Dress, $145 at & Other Stories
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Universal Standard
Tenna Jersey Maxi Dress - Evening Blue, $120 at Universal Standard
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Nanushka
Ezra Satin Wrap Dress in Red, $596 at Nanushka
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Marc Jacobs
Striped Merino Wool Midi Dress, $237 at Net-a-Porter
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Topshop
Scallop Lace Trim Dress, $80 at Topshop
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Self Portrait
Handkerchief-Hem Satin Midi Dress, $227 at Matches Fashion
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Zara
Tube Dress, $39.90 at Zara
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Urban Outfitters
Emma Marie Lace Trim Midi Dress, $79 at Urban Outfitters