Your New Favorite Holiday Party Piece Isn't a Dress

If you find yourself reaching for a dress to hit the holiday party circuit, you're not alone. After all, their flirty silhouettes lend themselves easily to all sorts of fun nighttime occasions. But there's more to holiday dressing than a little black dress. This season, we're reaching for a one-and-done piece that's just as evening-appropriate and easy to wear, but perhaps even more impactful: the jumpsuit.

From lacy and ladylike to daring and dramatic, we've got three outfits ahead that prove you should consider a jumpsuit for your next festive fete.

Just like dresses, jumpsuits come in a variety of textures and cuts to suit any style and mood. Add a bit of sophisticated romance to your holiday party look and opt for one featuring delicate eyelash lace sleeves, a demure neck cutout, and a subtle sweetheart neckline. Finish the feminine piece with patent leather ankle boots and silver accents to bring just the right amount of modern appeal to your look.

If you incorporate any color into your holiday wardrobe, make it bright red. Not only is it a festive hue, but it's this season's It color. A one-shouldered jumpsuit in a fire-engine shade is equal parts slinky and striking. Let the dramatic statement piece stand out on its own with minimal heels and hardware, a classic trench, and a box bag, all in neutral tones and prints.

Turn up the heat in a sheer-bodice jumpsuit that's both sexy and playful. Between the metallic shine and the mesh, it doesn't skimp on the fierce factor, but can easily be pared back with refined pieces for a more understated effect. Combine the jumpsuit with a tailored blazer, sleek ankle boots, and structured accessories for a clean and elegant evening ensemble.