Dressing for an office holiday party can be a little tricky. You want to look festive and dressed up, but still keep things appropriate for work. I think a great way to do that is by adding a few special pieces to outfits you would normally wear to the office. Think satin fabrics, pretty colors, and a little sparkle.
For this post, I’m sharing three office holiday party outfit ideas that are festive without being over the top. All three outfits are built around pieces that can be worn beyond the holiday season, from classic trousers to a silk midi skirt and winter white pants.
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My Sizing: I’m 4’10”, and my bust, waist, and hip measurements are 32″, 24″, and 36″. My inseam is 25″ (the measurement from the inside of my leg to my ankle bone). The clothes shown are unaltered and show how they fit me right from the store. I list my sizing beside each item to help you compare when shopping online. When referencing my true size, that is often the smallest option available at a brand or petite xxs/00/24. I wear a size 5 shoe.
Satin Blazer with Maroon Trousers
For the first outfit, I went with a satin blazer from LOFT paired with maroon trousers from Abercrombie. I love the combination of the satin fabric and the rich maroon color for the holidays. It’s festive without being too dressy for an office setting.
The Satin Blazer from LOFT has a modern, oversized fit. I’m wearing it in Petite 00/XXS, which is my true size. It fits well overall, but the sleeves are a little long for me, so I pushed them back for this outfit.
Underneath, I’m wearing a Satin Top from Ann Taylor in Petite XXS. This top fits me well and makes a great base layer under the blazer. It adds to the dressy feel of the outfit without adding bulk.
I finished the outfit with the Sloan Trousers from Abercrombie in a beautiful maroon shade. I’m wearing them in my true size, 24 Short, and I find them to be true to size overall.
The trousers have a high rise and a 28.25″ inseam in the short length. On my 4’10” frame, that’s a length I need to wear with a low heel, which works perfectly for dressing them up for a holiday party.
I think this outfit is a great option if you want to look polished and festive while still wearing something that feels like traditional office attire.
Blazer Petite 00 | Top Petite XXS | Pants 24 Short | Shoes | Bag | Earrings
Champagne Silk Midi Skirt with a Crystal Sweater
For the second outfit, I went with a combination you’ve seen me style quite a bit this holiday season: a silk midi skirt and a sweater.
I’m wearing the Washable Silk Midi Skirt from Quince in Champagne. This skirt has been such a versatile piece in my wardrobe, and I love it for holiday outfits. I’m wearing it in XS, and it’s true to size. The length comes to about the middle of my shins, making it a great midi length on my petite frame.
I paired the skirt with a Crystal Embellished Sweater from Ann Taylor in cream. I’m wearing the sweater in Petite XXS, and it fits me well.
I love the soft, monochromatic look of these two pieces together. The champagne silk and cream sweater look polished, while the crystal embellishments add just enough sparkle for a holiday party.
To give the outfit a little waist definition, I tucked just the front of the sweater into a pair of shapewear shorts underneath the skirt. This is a styling trick I like to use with sweaters and silk skirts because it creates a more balanced look without adding bulk at the waistband.
It keeps the outfit looking polished while still having a slightly relaxed feel.
If you’re looking for something a little softer and more feminine for an office holiday party, I think this is a beautiful combination. It’s dressy without feeling overly formal, and both pieces can be worn separately throughout the year.
Skirt XS | Shapewear XS | Sweater Petite XXS | Earrings | Shoes | Bag
Winter White Wide-Leg Pants with a Green Jacket
For the last outfit, I went with winter white wide-leg pants and a green ruffle collar jacket. I love wearing winter white during the holidays, and the green jacket adds a festive touch without making the outfit feel too Christmas-specific.
The Winter White Wide-Leg Pants are a pair you’ve seen on my blog for years now. They’ve also made their way into several of my capsule wardrobes because they’re such a great fit for petites.
They have a clean, flat front and a slim wide-leg shape that I find particularly flattering on my frame. They have a 10″ rise and 28.5″ inseam in petite.
On my proportions, this length works best with a pair of heels. I like that the pants have a tailored look without being overly wide or bulky.
I paired them with a Green Ruffle Collar Jacket. Although it’s called a jacket, it feels more like a shirt. The fabric is soft and stretchy, similar to a knit, and it’s lightweight enough to wear comfortably indoors. I’m wearing it in Petite XXS, and it fits me well.
This is another outfit that would work well for an office holiday party, especially if you prefer pants over dresses and skirts.
Top Petite XXS | Pants Petite 00 | Earrings | Shoes | Bag
For more outfit inspiration, you can also check out my holiday party outfits for petites and workwear outfit ideas for petites.
