Christmas Party Outfits 2026: What to Wear to Every End-of-Year Party

December brings a party for every night of the week: the work Christmas party, drinks with friends, a family lunch and the long-awaited end-of-year dinner. Here is what to wear to each, with designer dresses from Winona, Lexi, Nicholas and Madame X, all below RRP and shipped free by express post Australia-wide.

The work Christmas party: polished with a little sparkle

The office party is the one where you want to look festive but still like yourself on Monday morning. Midi lengths, sleeves and rich colours are the safest way to bring in some shine without overdoing it.

Winona Amara Wrap Dress in Black: black micro sequins with long blouson sleeves and a wrap waist. Sparkly, but easy to wear.
Winona Kensington Slip Dress: deep wine satin with a tonal floral jacquard. Add a blazer for the office, take it off for the after-party.
Nicholas Colva Dress: a black silk halter midi with a detachable belt. Understated and very chic.
Lexi Rogue Dress in Bronze: one-shoulder metallic jersey that glows under party lights.

Drinks and dinner with friends: have fun with it

With friends you can go shorter, brighter and shinier. Sequins, metallics and minis all work, and comfortable shoes matter if the night moves on to a second venue.

Winona Lumi Sash Dress: a wine-toned sequin mini with jewel sparkle and a draped shoulder sash.
Winona Synergy Wrap Dress: silver iridescent sequins, batwing sleeves and a satin sash.
Winona Carrie Shirring Dress: a strapless metallic crinkle mini with a frill hem.

A Gatsby or 1920s theme

Themed Christmas parties are more popular every year, and the 1920s is the favourite. Look for fringe, beading, batwing sleeves and a dropped or relaxed waist.

Madame X Kimani Dress: black mirrored beading with a swinging beaded fringe hem.
Winona Broadway Short Dress in Emerald: an emerald sequin wrap mini with batwing sleeves and a tassel tie.
Winona Broadway Short Dress in Silver: the same flapper shape in silver.

Christmas party outfit tips

Check the venue. A rooftop bar in December can be hot and windy, so a midi or a fitted dress is easier than a floaty mini.
One statement at a time. If the dress has sequins, keep shoes and jewellery simple.
Think about the photos. Rich jewel tones like emerald, wine and bronze photograph beautifully at night.
Order early. December is the busiest month for delivery. Order by early December so you have time to try your dress with your shoes.

See every party dress and cocktail dress, or shop by Winona and Lexi. Every dress is new with tags or beautifully kept pre-loved, priced below RRP, with free express shipping Australia-wide.