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Celebrity-Inspired Looks for All Your Holiday Parties

By Anne Bratskeir on November 24, 2017

Personal style and pizzazz go hand-in-hand for this holiday season with a little help from our celeb friends

© Courtesy Marc Jacobs; Monse; Hermès; Michael Kors; Rebecca Minkoff

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Let the whirlwind begin. As the holiday season kicks off—the parties, the galas, the big blasts and even the intimate family gatherings—well, wardrobe options can be so-o-o same old, same old. How to amp up the style quotient and go way beyond the dependable, yet sometimes stale, little black dress or dark sports jacket?

We’re taking our inspiration from a few celebrities who pointedly illustrate just how easy it is to make special fashion statements in holiday-friendly ways.

 
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Blake Lively Expertly Steals from the Guys

Blake Lively is, unexpectedly, all buttoned up in Ralph Lauren’s dapper Glen Plaid coat, blazer, and pants ensemble, perfect for Thanksgiving and onward. This polished look conjures the ultimate in natty chic (with a vintage twist) and is a prime example of how menswear and modern femininity can coexist… beautifully.

Courtesy Balmain; Monse; Eugenia Kim; Michael Kors; Cartier

Get the Look

Michael Kors snakeskin satchel, $2450; michaelkors.com.

Monse herringbone off-the shoulder dress, $1990; net-a-porter.com.

Eugenia Kim wool hat with Swarovski crystal band, $395; eugeniakim.com.

Cartier Ronde Solo 18k Rose Gold & Alligator strap, $14,500; cartier.com.

Balmain studded combat boot, $1,650; balmain.com.

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Cate Blanchett Has the Midas Touch

Going for the gold is a seasonal standby but Cate Blanchett’s fresh red carpet take—a to-the-knee custom Gucci sparkler—is modern, fun, and yes, scene stealing. While the whole holiday golden girls vibe can sometimes look cliché, add something slightly off-kilter and be the center of attention even off the red carpet.

Courtesy Jimmy Choo; Swarovski; Alice & Olivia (2); Stella Flame; Tom Ford

Get the Look

Alice & Olivia gold jacquard suit (jacket, $595, cropped flare, $375 pant); aliceandolivia.com.

Tom Ford‘s golden clad Boy’s and Girl’s Collection includes 50 clutch-sized lipsticks, $1,980; tomford.com.

French Fries Swarovski crystal clutch, $5,695; judithleiber.com.

Jimmy Choo sandal $895; jimmychoo.com.

Primrose path gold and diamond three-finger statement ring, by Stella Flame, $5750; stellaflametheshop.com.

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Kelly Rowland’s Got a Crush on Velvet

Kelly Rowland’s sapphire blue crushed velvet pantsuit by Ronny Kobo is equal parts workhorse and glamour puss—it reads dressed up, travels well, and feels downright dreamy. For those less than formal holiday moments that require a festive nod, we’re crushing on the luxuriousness of velvet and the ease of a laidback silhouette.

Courtesy Marc Jacobs; Gucci; Rag & Bone; Stella McCartney; Rebecca Minkoff

Get the Look

Rag & Bone crushed velvet track pant $450; rag-bone.com.

Falabella crushed velvet mini tote $935; stellamccartney.com.

Rebecca Minkoff crushed velvet buckled booties, $175; rebeccaminkoff.com.

Gucci velvet pajama shirt with crystal embroidery, $2,700; gucci.com.

Marc Jacobs zip top, $250; marcjacobs.com.

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Kerry Washington Blooms

Charming winter gardens abound this season and Kerry Washington’s graphic, floral Roberto Cavalli pantsuit certainly makes a big, bold statement. But floral options run the gamut from delicate bouquets to massive flowery fields; it’s your choice and a feminine way to carry you through the holidays and beyond.

Courtesy Hermès; Sachin & Babi; Coach; Prada; Louboutin

Get the Look

Sachin & Babi cap-sleeved asymmetrical hem dress, $995; sachinandbabi.com.

Prada shoulder bag, $2,150; prada.com.

Coach willow floral bag charm, $95; coach.com.

Hermes Flower of South Africa scarf, $395; hermes.com.

Christian Louboutin rose-topped smoking slipper, $1,995; christianlouboutin.com.

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Ryan Gosling Goes Old School for a New Look

Ryan Gosling’s hip, eclectic vibe revolves around his extensive sweater wardrobe in retro patterns (just this side of the ugly holiday sweater), but Gosling makes it work. This season, old school is juxtaposed with modern style via a surprisingly diverse mixture of knits, prints, and materials…so chill and the ultimate in laid back cool.

Courtesy Ralph Lauren; Givenchy; Burberry; Happy Socks; Tom Ford

Get the Look

Ralph Lauren patterned crew neck, $1695; ralphlauren.com.

Burberry Geometric Fair Isle Vest, $695; burberry.com.

Givenchy multi color duffle coat, $5,790; givenchy.com.

Tom Ford burnished leather sneakers, $890; tomford.com.

Happy Socks x The Beatles socks, $14; happysocks.com.
 

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