Work Christmas Party
The work Christmas party is fraught with danger. Socially speaking, more landmines than a Normandy beach. You want to have fun, get a little bit loose, maybe do a bit of Wham! on the karaoke — absolutely. But you also don’t want to get too sloppy, tell your boss what you really think of them, scream the Shane McGowan parts of Fairytale of New York at the new intern, and throw up on a cubicle floor.
Dressing for the work Christmas party can be equally as tricky, but we got you.
What to wear to a work Christmas party?
Remember, you’re here to have fun, but the people who pay your wages are here too. If you go too formal, you’re going to look like you hate fun, if you go too informal your boss is going to form a subconscious unfavourable opinion about you that affects how they treat you in the workplace, you’re going to take them to court over it, you’ll lose the case because the boss has the big company lawyers on their side, then you’ll be jobless and out on the streets.
Therefore, we suggest something smart but fun, like a cord suit, poplin shirt, and loafers.
Men's Suits
Winter Wonderland
If you’re looking for a great seasonal date idea, why not head to your local Winter Wonderland, spend ten quid on a German sausage, burn your tongue on a Baileys hot chocolate, and go on a small wooden roller coaster that you suspect has killed before and will kill again?
If that’s a bit of you, you’re going to want to wear something warm and comfortable — four mulled wines can only provide you with so much heat. We’d go for a wool overshirt paired with cord trousers.
Men's Overshirts & Workshirts
Men’s Christmas Day Outfit
Tacky polyester jumpers with references to your favourite TV show or football team or whatever emblazoned on them are finished. You’re better than that. You are not James Corden, it’s not 2009, don’t be that guy. Read on and up your Christmas fit game.
What to wear on Christmas Day?
We’re gonna give you a couple of options depending on the type of Christmas you’re planning on having. Maybe you’re having a casual Christmas — a few friends gathered for games, food, and merriment; George Michael and co. at the post ski cabin in Last Christmas vibes. That’s a very different mood to your first Christmas with your partner’s extended family and organised fun on a tight schedule. We got you either way:
Casual Christmas Day Outfit
A cardigan is a great Christmas day choice. Shows you’re sensitive and comfortable in your skin as well as being comfortable in your clothes. Our mohair Ombre Knitted Cardigan is an especially cracking Christmas cardigan.
Pair that with a Heavyweight Men’s T Shirt and some classic Cord Straight Leg Trousers and you’re winning casual Christmas.
Smart Christmas Day Outfit
If we’re going smart for Christmas, we’re doing it properly. Commit and own it — that’s the key. Pair a navy Tailored Cord Blazer with matching trousers. A classic poplin shirt underneath, please, and a proper tie (this one has white polka dots on it — a subtle hint of snow). Pop your best tasselled loafers on your hooves and you’re making an impression with the in-laws.
NYE
New Year’s Eve is generally a bit less formal than Christmas Day, but it provides similar issues in terms of what to wear. They can turn into long old affairs, NYE parties, and you need to be prepared, whether it’s fireworks at midnight or a quiet one with the Hootenanny.
What to wear to a New Years Eve Party?
Casual NYE Outfit
If you’re going down the house party route, chances are there are going to be games, cheesy music, and party rings everywhere you look, and you would do well to match that vibe. Might we recommend a knitted cotton Impressionist Jacquard Shirt on top, with a pair of wool Everyday Trousers on your bottom half. There’s a solid chance a house party is a leave-your-shoes-at-the-door kind of affair, so, for God’s sake, make sure you’re wearing a decent pair of socks.
Smart NYE Outfit
If you’re at a NYE party, no matter how formal it’s claiming to be, there’s a very good chance you’re going to be up and dancing at some point, so you’ll need a smart outfit that lets you move and get a little warm. A Linen Suit is your friend in this situation. Pair with a long sleeve Cuban shirt for ultimate smart comfort.