However, the past couple of years have turned everything on its head, including our views on festive fashion. With remote working now a fixture for many, loungewear is queen and plenty of us will be making use of our extensive collection of matching jogger sets and shearling-lined slippers come Christmas Day. Still, there is a strong argument for dressing up to the nines and seizing the opportunity to wear sequins, sparkles and our funkiest party shoes.
If you are still umm-ing and ah-ing about which way to go this festive season (procrastinators, we see you), let us provide you with some much-needed inspiration. Ahead, we make the case for each kind of Christmas Day dressing, window-shopping our favourite pieces currently on the market. From cosy knits and stretchy trousers to silky separates and strappy heels, click through to find out everything we’re wearing this anything-but-ordinary Christmas.
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Cosy Christmas Day outfits
Sure, many of us want to be comfy enough to roll from the dining table to the sofa but that doesn’t stop us from wanting to look stylish, too. Whether your Christmas Day rituals involve early morning stockings or a brisk afternoon walk, these are our favourite pieces for easy, cosy elegance. You’ll spot plenty of simple silhouettes, mix-and-match neutral tones and soft, tactile materials like fleece, knit and shearling.
Crew Clothing Company Printed Floral Woven PJ Set, $, available at Crew Clothing Company
Reiss Ava Faux Shearling Slippers, $, available at Reiss
Reiss Sandrine Funnel Neck Boucle Tunic, $, available at Reiss
Reiss Rowan Cashmere Trousers, $, available at Reiss
Crew Clothing Company Zoe Diamond Puffer Coat, $, available at Crew Clothing Company
Birkenstock Cotton Twist Women, $, available at Birkenstock
Hunter Refined Stitch Detail Chelsea Boots, $, available at Hunter
Reiss Carina Rib-Knitted Wool Beanie, $, available at Reiss
Free People Swim Too Deep Cardi, $, available at Free People
Weekday Orina Knitted Trouser, $, available at Weekday
Ugg Scuffette II Slipper, $, available at Ugg
Conscious Citizen Pine Regular Full Set, $, available at Conscious Citizen
Intimately Just Because Onesie, $, available at Free People
Reiss Carlie Oversized Check Wool Blend Scarf, $, available at Reiss
Amano Mystique Flower Alpaca PO Natural, $, available at Amano
The North Face Triple C Parka, $, available at The North Face
Patagonia Classic Retro-X Fleece Jacket Natural, $, available at Working Class Heroes
Crew Clothing Company Louise Fur Slider Slipper, $, available at Crew Clothing Company
Free People Peaches Tunic, $, available at Free People
Noelle Wolf The Short Pyjamas – Night Blue, $, available at Noelle Wolf
Urban Outfitters Yoko Wool Beige Siberian Slippers, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Damson Madder Edie Maxi Cable Knit Button-Through Dress, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Toast Alpaca Yoke Sweater, $, available at Toast
Vero Moda Jersey Flares With High Waist, $, available at ASOS
Stripe & Stare Pyjama Set – Midnight, $, available at Stripe & Stare
Arket Over-the-Knee Wool Socks, $, available at Arket
Uniqlo Women HEATTECH Jersey Turtleneck Thermal Top, $, available at Uniqlo
Girlfriend Collective Moss ReSet Lounge Legging, $, available at Girlfriend Collective
H&M Ribbed Wool-Blend Hat, $, available at H&M
Free People My Go To Jumper, $, available at Free People
Glam Christmas Day outfits
If you’re team glam, it doesn’t mean you have to give up on comfort. Rather, it’s all about finding extra special, statement pieces that feel great to wear (yes, even with a post-Christmas dinner food baby). On our list: feather-trimmed pyjamas, floaty dresses, sparkling party bags, embroidered knitwear and statement jewellery.
Reiss Single Breasted Tailored Velvet Blazer, $, available at Reiss
Reiss Bree Velvet Flared Trousers, $, available at Reiss
LYIA Studio Luana Blouse, $, available at LYIA Studio
Mejuri LA Dome Ring, $, available at Mejuri
Reiss Kali High Leather Strappy Wrap Sandals, $, available at Reiss
Selkie The Winter Red Silk Gauze French Puff Dress, $, available at Selkie
8 by Yoox Velvet Bow Hair Clip, $, available at Yoox
TADA & TOY Cosmic Star Hoops, $, available at TADA & TOY
Free People Embellished Nicola Wedges, $, available at Free People
Lulu Guinness Black Velvet Present Clutch Bag, $, available at Lulu Guinness
Reiss Charley Ruched Mini Dress, $, available at Reiss
Mejuri Heirloom Ring, $, available at Mejuri
Isla Risa Small Hive – Lipstick Red, $, available at Isla Risa
Nodaleto Bulla Babies 65 Leather Pumps, $, available at Farfetch
Monica Vinader Deia Chunky Hoop Earrings, $, available at Monica Vinader
Reiss Ingrid Sweetheart-Neck Ribbed Top, $, available at Reiss
Arket Shimmering Drawstring Skirt, $, available at Arket
& Other Stories Velvet Blend Embellished Mini Dress, $, available at & Other Stories
Reiss Blake Wool Cotton Blend Slim Fit Blazer, $, available at Reiss
Sleeper Party Pajamas Set with Detachable Feathers in Black, $, available at Sleeper
ASOS DESIGN Scarlett Bow Detail Mid Heeled Shoes In Magenta Velvet, $, available at ASOS
KHOEO Large Mei Round Embellished Bucket Pouch in Pearl Grey, $, available at KHOEO
Free People Emilia Velvet Platforms, $, available at Free People
Anthropologie Velvet Puffed-Sleeve Jumpsuit, $, available at Anthropologie
J. Crew Celestial-Embroidered Velvet Mary Jane Pumps, $, available at J. Crew
Reformation Eleonora Sling Back Block Heel Sandal, $, available at Reformation
Ghost Luna Satin Midi Skirt, Silver, $, available at John Lewis
& Other Stories Rose Embroidery Knit Cardigan, $, available at & Other Stories
& Other Stories Neck Tie Velvet Mini Dress, $, available at & Other Stories
Free People Amanda Puffy Velvet Headband, $, available at Free People
ASOS DESIGN Summer Bow Mid Heeled Mules In Rust, $, available at ASOS
Sleeper Feather-Trimmed Crepe De Chine Pajama Set, $, available at Net-A-Porter
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