It’s that time of year- the holidays! I’ll bet all of you are getting ready to attend at least one holiday party. If you’re like me, you are probably wondering about what you’re going to wear. The most difficult party to dress for is the office holiday party. There’s a fine line between professional and unprofessional. Is it casual or dressy? Should you wear normal work attire or something a little more festive? I want to answer all of those questions for you. So in true The Closet by Christie style, here’s my Office Holiday Party Style Guide!

As you’re preparing for your office holiday party, I recommend sticking with a look that is somewhere in the middle. Wear something professional that you would normally wear to work and then add some holiday colors to the palette. This is the safest way to go! If your coworkers decide to go a little less casual, then you’ll look fabulous! I know I wouldn’t want to be the only one dressed down. Always dress up! For my color palette, I decided to go in a more contemporary direction by choosing a classic black and white with burgundy accents. This is great for a holiday look or even an everyday look. 

Pictured above is my favorite flower headband that I bought at Old Navy last year. Burgundy is such a beautiful color for the holidays! A flower headband is the perfect accent for any look. 

The photo above shows a closer look at the detail of my look. I’ve fallen head over heels for the Chaps No Iron tops at Kohl’s (see previous post: OOTD: Itty Bitty Houndstooth)! This one has a black and white gingham pattern. I accessorized with my gold flower pendant necklace from White House Black Market. The charm is detachable, so you can wear it with the necklace or as a brooch.

Love my look? You can get it, too!

1- Gingham No Iron Top: Chaps by Kohl’s, $39.00

2- Mixed Media Pencil Skirt: Simply Vera Wang by Kohl’s, $34.00

3- Ribbed Sweater Tights: Simply Vera Wang by Kohl’s, $8.99

4- Patent Leather Bow Loafers: LC Lauren Conrad by Kohl’s, $24.99

5- Flower Pendant Necklace: White House Black Market

*the item pictured is no longer available, try this instead: Crystal Tassel Necklace

6- Flower Headband: Old Navy

*the item pictured is no longer available