Fete Lifestyle Magazine December 2025 - Holiday Issue | Page 48

The Cozy Family Gathering: Luxe Comfort

Family events call for outfits that feel warm, relaxed, and still photo worthy. This winter, designers are leaning hard into texture play. Soft cashmere, brushed alpaca, and ribbed knits feel elevated while keeping comfort at the center.

Try a monochrome knit set; creamy ivory or winter caramel is elegant without trying too hard. If you prefer denim, go for dark, tailored jeans and pair them with a statement sweater: embroidered details, pearl accents, or subtle metallic thread add a festive note. Finish with suede block-heel boots or shearling-lined loafers. It’s understated luxe at its best.

Holiday Cocktails With Friends: Playful Glamour

This is the moment to lean into fun. Trend wise, color is back; especially jewel tones like sapphire, ruby, and emerald. Mini and midi dresses in saturated hues, velvet textures, and asymmetrical cuts are dominating holiday collections.

For a fresh take, opt for a velvet slip dress layered with a feather-trimmed shrug or a faux-fur cropped jacket. Add sheer black tights, a sleek heel, and a bold lip. If dresses aren’t your go-to, wide leg satin trousers with a feather or sequin-trimmed camisole are just as festive.

Accessories for girls’ night or cocktails can be bolder than usual; crystal statement bags and oversized sparkly barrettes are having a moment and instantly elevate a simple outfit.