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 For more tips on what to wear when and where, check out Nina Garcia’s Look Book, a complete guide to all of life’s style scenarios.

 A number of holiday style scenarios are heading our way. Style expert, author, and mother Nina Garcia is here with a chic guide to looking our best at several key occasions of the season. —The Target Style Team

 What to Wear to the Office Holiday Party

The trick to this type of fete is to err on the side of a slightly conservative look—after all, you’re mingling with your boss!— but to still look festive and fun. Go for a classic, well-tailored, not-too-low-cut cocktail dress that’s no shorter than a couple inches above the knee.

Have fun with embellishment—sequins, feathers, ruffles and beading. Luxe brocade, silky satin and soft velvet are totally holiday-appropriate, especially in wintry tones like cranberry, navy, rich hunter green and even basic black.

Throw on your favorite pumps and add a few (not too many!) well-placed pieces of jewelry—one or two bangles, a statement necklace or a great cocktail ring—and you’re ready to hit your work shindig in style.

  What to Wear When Hosting Christmas Dinner

Looking holiday-appropriate doesn’t mean you need to reach for a reindeer sweater or snowflake-embroidered cap! Look yuletide-chic in cozy but tailored separates. Wide-leg wool trousers paired with a soft, feminine chiffon blouse, jewel-toned tank or luxe camel-colored knit make for great hostess attire.

Go with ballet flats, little loafers or brogues for maximum comfort. A beautiful full skirt is a festive, feminine alternative choice, especially when worn with a colorful cashmere cardigan twinset. Finish off your look with traditional accessories like a strand of pearls or a pair of diamond stud earrings.

  What to Wear to a New Year’s Eve Party

New Year’s Eve is all about excess and frivolity, so of course your look should reflect that same more-is-more spirit. There’s no better time to try out a head-turning little dress in a standout metallic, bold print, one-of-a-kind pattern or a piece with elaborate beadwork or feather trim. Dare to show some skin—and personality, too, with a statement necklace or sky-high heel.

A jeweled minaudiere or clutch makes for a great finishing touch. Beauty-wise, there’s nothing like a bold red lip, fun glittery eyeshadow or liner, and a light dusting of shimmery, highlighting face powder to set off your entire look.

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