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Yup, I’m doing it. I’m diving off of the deep end into the holiday content pool already. I was debating holding off on it another week or so, but then I started to realize how many posts I have planned. And, well, why not start now? After all, some stores have already started their sales, so who knows how quickly people will start their friendsgiving celebrations?
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Friendsgiving Outfit Ideas
Which brings me to today’s post: Friendsgiving outfit ideas.! I’ve been to and hosted a handful of them over the years and I can definitely say that the dress codes can vary. Also, unlike some other occasions (like weddings), you are rarely actually given a dress code. That’s why I thought it would be fun to give you a variety of ideas from casual to dressy. Hopefully this post will help you decode all future occasions and give you a number of friendsgiving outfit ideas to work with!
Casual Friendsgiving
A casual friendsgiving will probably be at a friend’s house or apartment building. That’s your first hint that it’s likely more casual. I would probably check in with the host to see what they say about the dress code (of course).
If they say it’s casual, I still wouldn’t take this as a sign to show up in leggings and a sweatshirt. While it sounds super comfortable, I still like to at least look a little put together. In this case, I would probably aim for jeans, a nice sweater, and a pair of flats. If it’s cold, I’d sub out the flats for ankle boots.
Here are a few examples of outfit ideas!
The Weird Step Up From Casual But Not Dressy In Between Friendsgiving
Sigh, this is like that time when your mom told you to “look nice” but gives you no definition of what that means. It’s annoying I know.
If you can’t ask the host what the dress code is, there are still a few ways to decode it besides the location. First, if you know the host well enough, just think of other times you’ve seen them dressed for events. That should give you some clue as to how they might dress for this. Second, ask around to see if you know other people going and ask them what they’re wearing. Finally, just dress up a little bit more than you think. Better to be slightly over dressed and a look a little bit better than everyone else, right?
Here are a few tips for your outfits.
Jeans
If you wear jeans, make sure they’re fitted. Also, stick to a dark wash or a black jean (you can also go the full opposite to white). This will automatically make you look more dressed up.
Shoes
Go for something with at least a slight heel to give any outfit a dressier look. If you’re wearing jeans, definitely pair them with some sort of heel (like a heeled boot).
Skirts
Don’t go too short and make sure to pair it with tights for a more conservative look. Wearing it with tights will also just make your legs look better.
Dressy (ish) Friendsgiving
The fancy friendsgiving! Whether this is a work event of some sort or your friend decided to host it at a restaurant, odds are you have to dress up for this one. Luckily, dressy always feels the easiest to me.
If it’s at a restaurant…
Google the restaurant and look up photos of what people have worn there to dine. Just mimic that, but maybe take it up a notch!
It’s not a cocktail party (unless it is)
So you don’t need to wear a cocktail dress. Calm down and just grab something nice that you still feel comfortable in from your closet. Yes, nice work pants count.
Friendsgiving Outfit Ideas: When in doubt
Grab a sweater dress, a pair of black tights, and some black boots. There, you’re warm and you’re most likely meeting the dress code!
Photos by Kimberly Graydon
