4 Trending Holiday Styles For Every Kind of Soirée

Like clockwork, the day after Thanksgiving signals the start of the holiday season (or what we like to refer to as the most fun time of the year). Never is the calendar more stacked with dinners and cocktail hours and get-togethers with friends and family alike. It’s time to think about innovative gift ideas, revive long-standing traditions, and — of course — consider what to wear to it all.

Old Navy’s festive collection is filled with the season’s biggest trends, which means you can stock up on all the essentials and create a unique look for every party without breaking the bank. From luxe fabrics (think: dresses in sateen and velvet) to super-soft knits (cardigans and pullovers alike), the retailer’s selection will help you bring your own style to every fête, potluck, and high-stakes gift swap. Below, find four key looks we’re embracing this season with the help of Old Navy, plus the best picks to shop for each. Consider this your secret holiday fashion handbook.

Cozy Cardigans

Not every holiday event requires sequins and shoes you can dance in. For more casual gift exchanges, delicious potlucks, or kitschy movie marathons with your friends, keep things comfortable but elevated with a cozy cardigan. Go simple with solid colors and a fitted shape, or lean into the festive feel with a chunky fair isle version.

Skirts with Slits

Who says you can’t show some skin in the dead of winter? Opt for a midi skirt with a semi-revealing slit for fireside date nights or a dinner party. Plus, they’re a great excuse to show off your new knee-high boots.

Elevated Outerwear

Meet your new winter wardrobe hero. Outerwear that’s chic, comfortable, and keeps you covered for transitional temps is a seasonal must-have. From printed to sherpa-lined, these are coats you can wear for any and all occasions, casual and elegant alike.

Velvet Crush

Nothing screams holiday season quite like textured fabric. Sequins, brocade, and, of course, crushed velvet. Let the plush fabric lend a seasonal quality to your party looks via a slip dress or one-sleeved going-out top.