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What to wear to this year's festive parties

From velvet to sequins, midi to maxi - it's easy to find something festive to wear to your December celebrations

December 10, 2018 09:17
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Chanukah is over; the last candle has been lit.

I mention this because the timing of Chanukah this year is a problem for those Jewish women who, like me, talk euphemistically about “Chanukah party” outfits when what we actually mean are outfits for New Year’s Eve or that New York City conflation, Chrisnukah.

For whatever kind of party you are attending, I’ve hunted down the most glamorous and appropriate party-wear. “Appropriate” here means an outfit that will be not only gorgeous and on-trend, but will probably have sleeves and won’t be mini length. Luckily that’s on trend too.

There are endless numbers of stunning dresses, lavished in sequins or crafted from luxe fabrics, notably velvet but also lace, chiffon, jacquard, and crepe, in print and plain. Wear any hemline this season, too, from knee-length to midi to long/maxi. Embellishment and details include feathers, frills, fringe-ing, off-the-shoulder necklines, asymmetry and sequins.