zara cocktail dress New! Black Ruched Micro Mini Size M Halter Blogger Favorite this piece is a standout for any occasion Zara Mini Dress – Qorsage

If dresses arent your thing, here are a few other ideas: Statement Tops with Trousers: A lace or satin blouse paired with tailored black trousers is festive and polished

Christmas party outfit #10: A menswear-inspired suit You dont have to wear a dress for the party season

A long-sleeved shirt is generally ok, but its veering into too formal if its a fancier shirt

1940s Special Occasions Victorian / Princess Ballgown: Linda Darnell Retro 40s Fashion Speaking of princess ball gowns, we love the Linda Darnells stunning 1940s ballgowns that she wears for the 1948 drama Unfaithfully Yours, where her highly jealous and suspicious husband keeps suspecting her of cheating