How to Dress for Christmas and New Year's Eve: Trendy Christmas Outfit Ideas

What to Wear for Christmas? Advice from our stylists

The Christmas period offers special moments, full of meaning and inextricably linked to a festive atmosphere made of sparkling lights, decorations, colors and new outfits to show off. How to dress at Christmas without giving up the atmosphere of intimacy that these days bring with them and, at the same time, keeping up with the new fashion trends?

Whether it's a company dinner with colleagues , an evening with friends or a get-together at home , in the mountains or with your family , every holiday occasion deserves a look that expresses the magic of the moment. The important thing is to evaluate the context, without ever losing sight of the festive spirit.

Christmas and New Year's Eve offer a variety of trends to be inspired by. Let's start by discovering the must-have clothing items of Christmas 2024 fashion , and then combine them best according to the occasion.

Christmas Fashion Trends 2024: 10 Items to Wear

Christmas 2024 brings with it a fashion that plays between classic elegance and surprising details, with pieces that evoke the warmth of the holidays and the irresistible desire to shine. As the festive atmosphere is enriched with lights and colors, the trends for the holidays are revealed to be rich in refined textures, bold shades and original combinations. Here are ten essential pieces for a Christmas wardrobe :

1. Velvet suits, dresses or accessories;
2. Tartan mixture garments;
3. Oversized Christmas Sweaters;
4. Cashmere sweaters;
5. Knitted cardigans and vests;
6. Capes and cloaks;
7. Maxi coats and double-breasted jackets;
8. Lurex garments, sequins and sparkling accessories;
9. Trouser suits or separates in contrasting colors;
10. Turtleneck.

The color of Christmas 2024 is, instead, burgundy ! A warm shade that surpasses the classic bright Christmas red, perfect for the holidays thanks to its incomparable richness and brilliance. If combined with gold or silver details , burgundy red gives an even more sparkling allure , ideal for the most chic occasions in which to show off all your class.

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How to Dress for a Corporate Christmas Dinner

To avoid making a mistake when choosing an outfit for a company Christmas dinner, it is crucial to aim for a balanced look that conveys refinement and professionalism, while maintaining that touch of festive atmosphere that cannot be missed on these occasions.

For men , a double-breasted suit or a tailored suit in neutral or dark shades, such as midnight blue or anthracite gray , are a winning choice. If you don't want to appear too professional , opt for more festive colors such as dark red or emerald green. The shirt can range from classic white to pastel shades, while a tie or pocket square in sober tones will add a touch of character without being invasive. An end-of-year party with a toast with your work colleagues is the right occasion to highlight your personality, wearing the Taranto and Oasi bracelets on your wrist.

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For women , a midi dress or a monochrome jumpsuit , preferably in sophisticated shades such as bright and warm burgundy , forest green or matte black , are a high-impact option. Similarly, the velvet jacket and trousers combination is also a timeless classic, even better if in enveloping shades such as chocolate brown , burgundy and petrol . On these occasions, it is essential to favor structured cuts and quality fabrics that enhance your figure: the outfit for the company Christmas dinner should never fall into excess.

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Where the event requires a corporate dress code, try to maintain consistency with the context and convey an image of class, avoiding overloaded or off-theme outfits.

How to Dress on Christmas Eve

Why do we dress more carefully at Christmas ? The answer is simple: every detail contributes to making this holiday special. It's not just about celebrating, but about doing so by reclaiming time with the people closest to us and rediscovering the pleasure of wearing something new and symbolic.

Nothing can be left to chance, starting with the outfit for Christmas Eve which requires dress codes suitable both during the day , for the most traditional of aperitifs, and in the evening for a sparkling and festive night. Green light to colors such as dark coral red , burgundy , gold or emerald green !

On Christmas Eve, wrap yourself in the softness of an oversized cashmere sweater , paired with a pair of tartan trousers with a modern appeal. Casual look? You can never go wrong with a black turtleneck paired with jeans .

If you want to add a more refined touch, a chunky knit cardigan or a thin striped vest can do the trick and are perfect for the man who loves long chats over drinks or a family lunch.

For women, we recommend a red ruffled shirt paired with a tailored vest and trousers suit. For those who like to stand out, an emerald or burgundy velvet suit or dark trousers with a wine-coloured jacket are a real ace up your sleeve: sophisticated, but with that twist of originality that never goes unnoticed.

How to dress on Christmas Eve

The evening, when the atmosphere becomes brighter and people usually gather for Christmas Eve dinner , is the ideal time to show off bold and sparkling outfits. Here too, we are going all out on velvet!

A lurex dress or top will be the element that will shine under the Christmas lights, while classic sequins are the right choice for those who love to surround themselves with attention all year round. If you prefer something more elegant for your Christmas Eve dinner outfit , a maxi coat in structured fabric or a double-breasted jacket can give it a very classic charm.

For those who like a more tailored look, a pantsuit in contrasting colors or a separates with a masculine jacket and sharply cut trousers are more than perfect. Alternatively, for a bolder interpretation of tartan, choose tartan mixture pieces with a modern twist, such as a deconstructed jacket or a hand-made blazer . Want to add a touch of warmth? Wear a draped cape .

Don't forget the details that make the difference: accessories rich in color like the Vulcano and Stromboli bracelets during the day will help you express your style without any limits.

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How to Dress for Christmas at Home: 5 Ideas

Christmas Eve is over, here are 5 outfit ideas for Christmas lunch or dinner at home with the family :

1. Coordinated knit outfit : for a cozy look that will envelop you during family holiday moments, choose a knit outfit consisting of soft trousers and a coordinated Christmas sweater or a jacquard knit vest with a shirt. A grandpa-style look to be declined in Christmassy shades such as red or green, or more neutral ones such as beige and grey and to be completed with our Saturnia bracelet ;
   
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2. Jacket, turtleneck and trousers : a timeless combination that offers sophisticated and versatile ideas, also suitable for this type of occasion. If you are looking for ideas on how to dress on Christmas day , focus on rich and enveloping shades such as dark burgundy , intense red , petrol or brown and experiment by playing with combinations with the harmony of shapes and contrasts. A perfect solution to which we recommend combining the Gubbio bracelet ;
   
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3. Oversized shirt or smart casual blazer : opt for a flannel shirt or a soft blazer in light fabrics paired with dark jeans or velvet trousers . Complete the look with sneakers or ankle boots. For her, you can add a waistband, while for him this look remains impeccable even without extra accessories: the Napoli Rewind bracelet will be enough to give originality to the outfit!
   
   
4. Velvet dress : velvet is an essential choice for the winter holidays, capable of combining warmth and refinement in a single, precious texture. This year, this fabric is establishing itself as one of the undisputed protagonists of the festive wardrobe, even more so if embellished with taffeta or silk details, which amplify its shine, and by the Udine bracelet ;
   
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5. Cardigan : Choose a long cardigan or a knitted jacket over a basic set like a cotton t-shirt or turtleneck, with tailored joggers . This is a practical and modern solution, which fits well with a family Christmas. Low ankle boots, Christmas socks and the Courmayeur bracelet will add the final personal touch.
   
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How to Dress for New Year's Eve 2025

New Year's Eve can be a perfect occasion to dare with outfits. Tradition dictates that we dress elegantly, showing off the most precious pieces in our wardrobe and opting for colors that are the full expression of a moment of celebration, such as red , gold and silver . But what to wear if we want to respect certain customs and, at the same time, appear original and fashionable?

To understand how to dress for a New Year's Eve dinner, start by considering the type of event you will be attending: a club, a house party or an elegant party require different dress codes. For the man who wants to welcome the new year with class, a fine corduroy suit is a choice that leaves little room for doubt: its iridescent effect captures the light and gives that allure of a Grand Gala particularly suitable for formal events or elegant New Year's Eve dinners .

If the evening calls for a dose of extra daring, color contrast is a winning idea. Opt for trousers in bold colors , such as black , midnight blue or burgundy combined with anthracite gray : a combination made even more contemporary by a cashmere turtleneck , the ideal garment for lovers of layering . For a more eccentric note, a heavy knit vest or a structured cardigan in merino wool can act as key pieces, perfect for breaking up the rigor of a suit.

A tie, a watch with bright details, leather loafers and the amber reflections of the Scala bracelets by Furno e Spello will help you stand out even under the night lights.

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If, on the other hand, your New Year's Eve outfit doesn't require too much formality, go for oversized sweaters with jacquard patterns , experimenting with warm color palettes.

How to dress for New Year's Eve in the mountains or in a cabin

If you have chosen to celebrate New Year's Eve in the mountains, you cannot do without heavy garments that also guarantee functionality and protection from the cold. The most suitable solution for the Christmas outfit in the mountains is layering , wearing multiple layers like an onion to adapt to changes in temperature.

If a warm tartan cape jacket or a long, warm coat , preferably double-faced, will be your main allies against the cold temperatures, velvet or wool trousers will keep you warm during a walk outdoors in the snow. When it's time to take refuge in a cabin or chalet , wrap yourself in the softness of a cardigan or a turtleneck sweater in wool with jacquard patterns.

The total white look is perfect for her: an ivory white suit with minimal details, a long-sleeved knitted dress , or a cashmere turtleneck with a furry faux fur are perfect for creating a fairytale look , like a true Snow Queen !

Complete the outfit with functional accessories such as leather gloves , a knitted scarf and hat and the whiteness of the Dolceacqua bracelet .

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Aua Christmas bracelets to complete the look

In a Christmas that plays with lights, colors and textures, a bracelet becomes the essential detail for those who want to indulge all the nuances of their personality, fully experiencing the intimacy of the holidays. Wearing or giving one of our glass bracelets helps to evoke a special shared memory, making moments of sharing even more meaningful. Colorful and rich in nuances, they are also available in the most typical Christmas red andburgundy tones, to recall the warmth of the holidays by opting for a sophisticated style detail.

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