Holiday Party Shoes: What to Wear to a Holiday Party
An office party that starts at six calls for a different pair of shoes than a New Year’s Eve dinner that ends at midnight. For the first, a glossy Mary Jane can take the suit you wore all day into the evening. For the second, a silver pump peeking out beneath a long hem may be all the jewelry your outfit needs.
Here are five ways to dress for a holiday invitation with shoes handcrafted in Brazil by Giseli Dias.
What Shoes Should You Wear to an Office Holiday Party?
Doroty Black — Patent Flats with Tailoring
If you’re heading straight from your desk to drinks, start with the trousers you plan to wear. A cropped hem shows the strap on Doroty Black, a black patent leather Mary Jane with a rounded toe and a small cutout at the front. The shine works especially well against charcoal wool or matte black crepe.
For a seated dinner, add a silk blouse under your jacket. For a reception where you expect to spend most of the evening on your feet, keep the flats and swap your work tote for a small evening bag. The shoes work for both versions of the invitation.
What Shoes Work for a Holiday Dinner?
Joli Red — A Red Pump with Winter Neutrals
Try Joli Red with a chocolate-brown satin skirt and an ivory knit. The red patent leather brings the festive color; the open sides and fine transparent straps keep the pump looking light beneath a longer skirt.
If you’re wearing black, leave a little space between the hem and the shoe so the d’Orsay cut is visible. A dark bag lets the red stand on its own. For more combinations, explore what shoes to wear with a black dress.
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Vic Miroir — A Flash of Silver Beneath a Long Hem
Wear Vic Miroir with fluid black trousers cut long enough that only the pointed toe shows when you stand. As you walk, the silver mirror finish catches the light beneath the fabric. It’s a way to wear metallics even if sequins are less your style. A single silver cuff is enough to pick up the finish.
Maria Black — Feathers with a Short Cocktail Dress
With a simple black shift, let the detail sit at your feet. Maria Black pairs black satin and crystals with feathers that move as you walk. A short hem gives the feathers room; a straight, undecorated dress keeps their outline visible. The 100 mm block heel gives the sandal a different profile from a classic evening stiletto.
Constance Black — Platforms with a Wide-Leg Jumpsuit
A wide trouser leg has enough volume to balance Constance Black, a black patent leather platform sandal with adjustable straps. Try it with a tuxedo-style jumpsuit: the patent catches the light below the hem and echoes the sheen of a satin lapel.
Constance pairs a 140 mm heel with a 40 mm platform. Try the jumpsuit on with the sandals before the event and take a few steps; the hem should skim the shoe and clear the floor.
For another way to wear shine, explore our metallic designer heels, or browse the full selection of evening shoes for women.