She did not include Lil’ Smokies swimming in barbecue sauce because she has standards, you heathens.
Now that you have an idea of what to gift your host and what to make (or buy at your local store and pass off as homemade), let’s focus on what could make or break your holiday party season: the fashun. Sure, you could go with the ugly Christmas sweater but let’s be honest – that theme is starting to be on basic par with gender reveal parties and MLM sale pitches posing as girls’ night.
Whether you want to rock the traditional red and green or celebrate the birth of Baby Jesus with some sparkle, let’s make your Christmas party apparel worthy of that iPhone portrait setting.
J.Crew Factory’s Tie-neck Tank
Who says that sleeveless is for summer only?
The weather outside may be frightful, but the central heat and full glass of pinot noir makes wearing this tank in the middle of winter delightful. Also, let’s just discuss how adorable the bow is and how the plaid print made us all think about Outlander.
Pont Neuf Jumpsuit
Can we just take a moment to appreciate the brilliance of jumpsuits? First, you don’t have to worry about finding a matching top and pants because *bam* you already have it. Then there’s the give of fabric, allowing you to indulge in one or even ten of Nikki’s sausage and stuffing balls and not worrying about cutting off the circulation in your waist. Yes, you do have to practically strip naked to use the bathroom, but that is the sacrifice I’m willing to make.
I love that this jumpsuit from Anthropologie makes you feel like you’re part of Tiffany & Co. Christmas window display. Plus, this perfectly transitions to an Oscars party ensemble or if disco ever comes back from the seventh layer of hell.
Fine, Let’s Discuss Christmas Sweaters
Because if you’re going to be BASIC this holiday season, be BASIC all the way. Here’s just some of my favorite ugly Christmas sweaters.
For those who don’t get just one day for presents but eight crazy nights…
For those who go total Griswold this time of year…
For those who spent an obscene amount of money for that Star Wars Christmas special bootleg…
For Laura, Lorena, Emily and all those who just want their own TARDIS…
For those who remember that Jesus is the reason for the season…