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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Do you get a new holiday outfit every year? https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:03:55 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Bijou on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862591 Wed, 22 Nov 2017 12:26:49 +0000 Bijou 1862591@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Jenn, you look amazing in the LBD. However, if I thought that I was about to go to a function where they would show photos of what I’d worn previously I would change it up and find that as an excuse to buy something new. When it comes to LBDs accessories can make a huge difference. I also like having a little white and / or red dress to wear for special events. This is my “special event” dress for the holiday season. MsGreer on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862543 Wed, 22 Nov 2017 06:43:03 +0000 MsGreer 1862543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Our companies no longer have parties and not many friends do either. Finally ditched the LBD for something more comfortable and festive. Bought a cute wine velvet dress for holidays .. Me n hubs will do a few date nights n stay home for the holidays this year and kids will be coming home. <a href="https://m.macys.com/shop/product/jessica-howard-cowl-neck-flocked-velvet-dress?ID=5210636&CategoryID=5449" rel="nofollow">https://m.macys.com/shop/produ.....oryID=5449</a> Jenn on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862539 Wed, 22 Nov 2017 05:46:06 +0000 Jenn 1862539@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Jenni, I’m still stalking. I didn’t purchase, as it isn’t really all that practical for my lifestyle, but if it ever goes on clearance in my size, I’d still consider it. I’ve worn the other floral dress 7x in the month and a half since purchasing. Jenni NZ on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862538 Wed, 22 Nov 2017 05:40:41 +0000 Jenni NZ 1862538@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ BTW, and I know you are busy so don't reply if a hassle, I wonder what did make you decide against the Sundance dress in the end, and what fabric it was after all, silk or rayon. I did like the dark floral tunic you bought that was a similar floral. I'm also curious as to whether you stalked the dress to see if it dropped in price. My best ever stalking was some 2013 green sandals, looked like patent leather but actually synthetic, that I would not buy as never came down enough from original $150. Then in 2016 that shoe chain had a warehouse sale. There was my size for $ 19! 17 wears since then and summer has just started! Aida on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862454 Tue, 21 Nov 2017 22:21:27 +0000 Aida 1862454@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ If I had holiday parties to go to I'd probably take Angie's approach, especially as I have the magpie gene and happily wear glitzy things year round (and winter seems to be the best time to get those pieces). You have a little magpie too, don't you? Could be an occasion to add something that you'd continue to wear later. That said I am glad to hear you're considering the LBD with a faux fur stole, as that's exactly what I was going to suggest after seeing how gorgeous you look in that fabulous dress! You've got some great options to pursue. Stagiaire Fash on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862431 Tue, 21 Nov 2017 21:16:42 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1862431@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ As far as you being all about functionality and repetition, maybe you could hold back a new purchase and make this party be the place for the debut of new pieces. Lisa on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862424 Tue, 21 Nov 2017 20:09:49 +0000 Lisa 1862424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've worn the same outfit to my office holiday party for 3 years (or maybe it's 4 years) in a row and no one ever noticed.  This year I'm finally going to wear something different. Anonymous on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862175 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 21:09:52 +0000 Anonymous 1862175@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like Angie's advice, but also think that if you have something that's fab on you, then you should wear it again (and again) if you feel like it. Just change up the accessories. Jenn on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862173 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 21:06:22 +0000 Jenn 1862173@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am so appreciating all your thoughts, advice, and experiences. L'Abeille and Sal, your suggestions were particularly helpful to my thought processes. Sal,  I loved that dress you wore this winter with the fur coat. I'm leaning towards doing a similar look with fishnets and a faux fur stole/wrap. And I'll do my hair up, which will change things up. None of the photos from these events are formal... they're all candids and photo booth snaps. Other than that, it's a dark jazz club, so the exact details of the dress won't stand out. I do notice and remember what other women wore in the past, but I realized I'm not bothered if other people repeat at all, so why should I assume anyone else cares? minimalist on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862141 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 19:29:30 +0000 minimalist 1862141@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Jenn that LBD is the bomb! Looks made for you. I've seen metallic sparkly "sleeves" (forearm only) worn with dresses. It might be too casual for your event, but something like that with festive hosiery would change the look. Jenni NZ on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862138 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 19:11:31 +0000 Jenni NZ 1862138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ To chime in again and answer your original question Jenn: I don't buy a new dressy outfit every year. It possibly works out that I buy one every couple of years. I buy when I really like something that would fit into my wardrobe for more than one occasion. So when I get a wedding invitation, for instance, I generally have something suitable I can wear. I don't like that feeling of "I've got nothing to wear". I love your LBD, you look stunning in it! MsMary on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862136 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 19:09:36 +0000 MsMary 1862136@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ That LBD is so beyond fab on you that even though I generally like to mix things up, I think you could absolutely adopt staysfit's approach and rock it every year. Jules on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862133 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 19:03:16 +0000 Jules 1862133@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The photo thing is a bit annoying. If it were my company party I might want to wear something new. But for my husband's party, I am not sure the photos would bother me much  - unless they were important keepsakes for us, like the only time of year we got dressed up or something. Assuming that's not the case, if I only saw the photos at the party, I would just try to assume that the other party goers are unlikely to be focused on what I am wearing as a spouse of an employee, and this is exactly the purpose of a simple black dress - to not stand out. On the other hand, if you want to buy something, and maybe have a nice photo taken of you and your husband for your own use -  go for it! Anonymous on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862119 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 17:54:36 +0000 Anonymous 1862119@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ok, hold up, Angie's solution is delightful AND super practical, so now I'm voting, yes, get something new IF it makes you feel more holiday and just remix the lovely pieces you wore before into regular wear. Kari on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862117 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 17:36:46 +0000 Kari 1862117@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Your LBD is fantastic! To answer your question, no. I generally only have one dressy holiday event to go to, or none. During the rest of the year I may only be able to wear a formal dress again if someone gets married, which is rare. I often dress up a dress that I can wear to work with fancier accessories for holiday parties. This year I MAY buy a new one but am not sure if that’s a wise idea or not. cindysmith on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862099 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 17:01:12 +0000 cindysmith 1862099@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I pretty much never get a holiday outfit. We don't do parties often, and when we do there either family or 12 step fellowships parties where formality is not required. Sometimes I wish we did, because I like fancy outfits; but that would mean socializing, and I'm actually pretty socially awkward in real life. Angie on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1862027 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 13:27:47 +0000 Angie 1862027@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ YES. I get a new holiday outfit every year. I'm a fashion stylist! I remix my holiday pieces with casual items throughout the year though.  L'Abeille on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1861963 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 04:53:08 +0000 L'Abeille 1861963@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ What an absolutely gorgeous dress that LBD is, and you look fantastic in it! If I were in your shoes, and that dress looked that good on me, I would make a point of wearing it every year, but change up the accessories every time. Some examples: a velvet shrug; a white faux-fur stole; a long-sleeved black lace blouse worn underneath; a cluster of sparkly brooches; a contrasting belt, maybe rhinestone, or red patent with a bow. And I'd make sure those pictures documented my creativity for posterity! Jaime on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1861955 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 04:11:17 +0000 Jaime 1861955@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I relate this question to family weddings and events where there are always group pictures. I wouldn't mind wearing a quiet dress more than once, but am thinking of the last wedding that I wore a print and it stood out in pictures (not in a bad way I hope) and I won't wear that again for a while.  I would totally repeat a simple dress with a new sparkly jacket though.  Good luck with your busy season! Anonymous on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1861953 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 03:56:09 +0000 Anonymous 1861953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ La Belle Demimondaine has a really good attitude, I like everything she said and now that you've posted photos I would say you definitely can re-wear any of these pieces. I agree with La Belle that women look more at themselves in photos! I think you look gorgeous but I don't like time travel backwards by wearing the exact same outfit so maybe new shoes? A necklace?  Carla on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1861951 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 03:11:50 +0000 Carla 1861951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've got a LBD, and a velvet jacquard legging, silver top combo I repeat. I might spend money on a wash and blow out at the hairdressers for the money I save by using a recycled outfit. I'm another who thinks your LBD is fabulous and that you might want to just play with it. binkle on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1861937 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 01:51:13 +0000 binkle 1861937@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm all about separates, so I usually add a piece or two each year - sequins, velvet, etc., and remix. Regarding photos, I don't think I would be too concerned, myself. Then again, I am tall, so would be stuck in the back row and mostly hidden anyway. Unless the outfit is significantly stand-out and unique, would most people notice if it were repeated? And if they did (and in a catty way) that speaks more about them, I think. I think the lbd is so fantastic on you, a true classic. Others have mentioned a statement necklace, velvet choker, and/or glitzy stockings/shoes to mix it up. Would you try a hair piece like a fascinator or blingy headband? Or some waist detail like a sash, ribbon, or thin metallic belt? Or make your wrap a bold swath of satin - magenta, turquoise, etc? Stagiaire Fash on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1861930 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 01:26:29 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1861930@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Tbh, I’d forgotten exactly what you bought instead of the dress. I’m glad you’re enjoying the tunic. I’m the outlier here, I guess. While you look great in both pix, the outfit is my favorite by far. The shapes are perfect for you, and those textures.... :) If you wear the lbd, can you add velvet or other cushy, wintery fabric, maybe in a shrug or something around your waist (tricky with fit n flair)? Joyce B on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1861919 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 00:27:32 +0000 Joyce B 1861919@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You look fab in the LBD. I would not blame you for repeating it. Jenn on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1861916 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 00:11:36 +0000 Jenn 1861916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Lisa, I have thought about something like that, but dress code is cocktail, and I think I’d feel too casual in pants. Anonymous on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1861914 Sun, 19 Nov 2017 23:48:52 +0000 Anonymous 1861914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You'd look great in something really different - like a velvet wide legged pant and tunic - you know, EF styles ;) Anonymous on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year/page/2#post-1861902 Sun, 19 Nov 2017 22:10:59 +0000 Anonymous 1861902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ JENN!  I love the little black dress.  It is gorgeous on you.  You look so glamorous! Sara L. on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year#post-1861894 Sun, 19 Nov 2017 21:34:22 +0000 Sara L. 1861894@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Honesty, I would wear something different only because of the pictures of last year's event. If not, I would have no problem wearing the same thing with slightly different accessories. Like Approprio, I've found a few sparkly holiday items at thrift stores during the off season. I like the idea of adding a fancy topper to your dress to give it a different look from last year. Anonymous on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year#post-1861886 Sun, 19 Nov 2017 21:14:01 +0000 Anonymous 1861886@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like the LBD maybe with some new sparkly bracelets or Christmas ornament earrings for fun. When we were going to fancy yearly holiday parties, I had a small capsule of black items with ways to change them up. A favorite was a long sheer cotton tunic in black with a paisley design print and beading. Most of what I had transcended seasons ( for the Hot December years) and was thrifted or a sale rack. Thus I did not care about cost per wear. Often shoes were new. jill58 on "Do you get a new holiday outfit every year?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-get-a-new-holiday-outfit-every-year#post-1861884 Sun, 19 Nov 2017 21:10:43 +0000 jill58 1861884@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I do not buy a new holiday outfit every year and I would definitely wear that black dress again. Just add different jewelry. I too love Staysfit's response.