Yahoo Lifestyle Inspiration for what to wear on Christmas Day, from present-opening to lunch and lounging
Planning the perfect Christmas day outfit can be tricky – the 25 December looks very different for everyone. While some are unwrapping presents in pyjamas, others will be lunching with family. There are also those who may be flying abroad or attending cocktail parties in elegant eveningwear.
Smart shoppers will invest in hardworking pieces – co-ords are always a clever buy – that can be dressed up or down to suit every festive situation. But, then again, this day only comes once a year; so we’ve included a few statement looks that will serve you for many a Christmas to come. If you’re on the relaxed end of the scale, you can still dress for the occasion: luxe loungewear is such a treat and great for gifting, too.
Whether you’re ready to embrace a festive ensemble, looking for something more versatile to work all winter, or just want pyjamas you're happy to be photographed in, we’ve rounded up 10 of the best Christmas Day outfits below.
Fanciful Pants
La Ligne velvet wide leg trousers, £311 SHOP NOW
Zimmerman bow-detailed shirt, £625 SHOP NOW
Valentino Mary Jane bow flats, £890 SHOP NOW
Completedworks pearl drop earrings, £275 SHOP NOW
Velvet feels nothing if not festive and can be styled in a variety of other ways throughout the party season. Pair it with a statement bow shirt, pearl earrings and matching bow flats for a sophisticated yet whimsical Christmas day outfit.
Lady In Red
Self-Portrait waffle-knit cardigan, £380 SHOP NOW
Self-Portrait waffle-knit mini skirt, £250 SHOP NOW
Roger Vivier patent-leather Mary Jane heels, £1,130 SHOP NOW
Alaïa torn heart earrings, £500 SHOP NOW
If your Christmas day requires a more sophisticated approach to dressing, this rich red waffle-knit set from Self-Portrait brings just the right amount of Christmas spirit. Hone in on the co-ords jewel-encrusted detailing by pairing the two-piece with matching crystal-embellished Mary Jane heels by Roger Vivier.
Luxe Lounging
Sleeper feather-trimmed pyjama set, £187 SHOP NOW
Gianvito Rossi Robbie 45 suede slingback heels, £730 SHOP NOW
Rachel Quinn monsoon stud earrings, £620 SHOP NOW
Whoever said it's not acceptable to stay in your pyjamas all day on Christmas clearly hadn't come across Sleeper's luxe offering. Its feather-trimmed pyjama sets are the perfect mix of comfortable and elegant, and this bow-trimmed soft blue and pink set might be our favourite design yet. If you feel like making an extra effort, pair with these Gianvito Rossi soft suede slingbacks and Rachel Quinn's adorable cloud earrings.
The Elevated Christmas Jumper
Bella Freud fairytale of New York jumper, £385 SHOP NOW
Max Mara silk-satin midi skirt, £525 SHOP NOW
Manolo Blahnik Calassohi 90 suede knee boots, £995 SHOP NOW
Simone Rocha green floral crystal earrings, £470 SHOP NOW
Those who tend to stay away from a novelty Christmas jumper won't be able to resist Bella Freud's ode to the season. Style the minimalist jumper with a silk skirt and suede knee-high boots for a classic, sleek look, and add a pair of Simone Rocha's green crystal earrings for a splash of festive opulence.
Sequins, Feathers, and Bows Abound
Self-Portrait sequin maxi skirt, £196 SHOP NOW
16Arlington Poppy feather-embellished cropped top, £327 SHOP NOW
Mach & Mach crystal bow heels, £816 SHOP NOW
Balenciaga archive ribbon embellished necklace, £1,490 SHOP NOW
If there's any day that invites an excuse to dress in extravagent pieces, it's surely Christmas. Go for broke and indulge in all of the finest frills with this shimmering outfit, featuring a Self-Portrait silver sequin maxi skirt, feather-trimmed 16Arlington top, crystal-embellished Mach & Mach bow heels and of course, a rhinestone bow necklace by Balenciaga. It would be rude not to.
Cosy Cashmere
Joseph cashmere-blend midi dress, £556 SHOP NOW
Jennifer Fisher cuff bracelet, £460 SHOP NOW
Loewe anagram leather belt, £325 SHOP NOW
Khaite Marcy crystal-embellished ballet flats, £840 SHOP NOW
Embrace comfort on Christmas day without compromising on a well put-together outfit by opting for a soft cashmere knit dress in a warm chocolate hue. Style with a gold cuff bangle, sleek brown belt and Khaite's cult rhinestone mesh ballet flats for an elevated yet cosy outfit.
Cocktail Hour
& Daughter Ada wool cardigan, £350 SHOP NOW
Stella McCartney vegetarian leather straight-leg trousers, £650 SHOP NOW
Martha Calvo Diana pearl crystal necklace, £135 SHOP NOW
Duke + Dexter hand-painted penny loafers, £550 SHOP NOW
Duke + Dexter's hand-painted loafers offer the chance to pay homage your favourite Christmas tipple, making it a fantastic gift for a loved one or a thoughtful treat for yourself. Continue the festivities with a verdant green wool cardigan and joyful multicoloured crystal-and-pearl necklace, finishing off with a sleek black pair of faux-leather trousers.
Red and Ribbons
David Koma ribbed-knit dress, £594 SHOP NOW
Gucci crystal-embellished slingback heels, £1,370 SHOP NOW
Toteme satin-trimmed wrap blazer, £630 SHOP NOW
Simone Rocha crystal crest bow earrings, £435 SHOP NOW
With an indulgent red hue, knitted fabric and satin ribbon fastening at the back, this gown more than delivers on the Christmas dress code. It can be dressed down with ballet flats for a more informal day, or for occasions that call for a more elevated attire, continue the bow theme with Toteme's wrap blazer and Simone Rocha's crystal satin bow earrings, accessorising with Saint Laurent's gathered satin mini tote and Gucci's crystal-embellished heels.
A Merlot Moment
Arch4 ribbed cashmere turtleneck jumper, £390 SHOP NOW
Maje short pleated skirt, £259 SHOP NOW
Toast Swedish stockings fishbone tights, £39 SHOP NOW
Manolo Blahnik Hangisi embellished velvet ballet flats, £895 SHOP NOW
Missoma ripple oversized gold earrings, £115 SHOP NOW
Building your Christmas day outfit around a pair of shoes is absolutely reasonable, especially when it's a pair as indulgent as Manolo Blahnik's deep red velvet ballet flats which feature its signature Hangisi crystal design. Pair with an equally plush Arch4 ribbed cashmere jumper, Maje brown plaid mini skirt and layer up with Toast's knitted tights for warmth. Missoma's ridged gold earrings lend an eighties air to this outfit, a perfect accessory if you'll be binge-watching Rivals after Christmas lunch.
A Frosted Fancy
Claudie Pierlot lavallière collar mini dress, £230.30 SHOP NOW
Clio Peppiatt Midas embellished shoulder bag, £415 SHOP NOW
Jil Sander drop earrings, £750 SHOP NOW
Le Monde Beryl metallic cracked-leather Mary Jane flats, £498 SHOP NOW
This powder blue satin Claudie Pierlot dress provides a cooler Christmas day palette, pairing perfectly with silver accessories. Play with textures with Clio Peppiatt's Midas metallic petal-embellished shoulder bag and Le Monde's silver cracked-leather flats before finishing with a flourish thanks to Jil Sander's statement zircon earrings.
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