This year's holiday collections [1] revolve around statement dressing, as accessories sparkle and luminescent fabrics light the way forward. With the return of in-person celebrations, designers have fully leaned into high-octane glamour, making clothes that are destined to give off main-character energy at any party.
Unsurprisingly, disco-inspired looks are back in full force, thanks in no small part to Beyoncé's "Renaissance" album [2]. Capturing the desire to get together and dance, the aesthetic [3] mirrors scenes from the iconic Studio 54 nightclub, promising a glitzy return to that time. From a languid Halston sequin dress in vibrant fuchsia [4] to a mirror bag by Julien Dossena for Paco Rabanne, the '70s-inspired pieces here convey the era's hedonistic spirit flawlessly.
Designers have also incorporated a range of shiny fabrics into their collections. Case in point: Area's crystal-embellished metallic jersey bustier top [5], which delivers maximum visual impact for the holiday season. The same goes for Brandon Blackwood's hot-pink handbag or Simon Miller's striking silver trench coat, both of which you can shop ahead. Elsewhere, Cult Gaia's Katina knit dress breathes new life into the cutout trend [6], not unlike the way in which Hanifa's feather-trimmed sandals provide extra frills during the festive months.
If holiday fashion [7] excites you, you'll find plenty of inspiration with this season's hottest trends. Jump ahead to the category you wish to peruse straight away, or read through a description of each as you scan our list of must haves that fit the bill for upcoming occasion dressing.
- Holiday Fashion Trend 2022: Modern Disco [8]
- Holiday Fashion Trend 2022: Feather Explosion [9]
- Holiday Fashion Trend 2022: Shine On [10]
- Holiday Fashion Trend 2022: Embellished Cutouts [11]
- Holiday Fashion Trend 2022: A Rose Offering [12]
Holiday Fashion Trend 2022: Modern Disco
Here to pay homage to the disco era is a new crop of sequined halterneck jumpsuits; chainmail bags; and high-shine dresses. At Paco Rabanne, creative director Julien Dossena has you covered with a silver minibag consisting of assembled chips made of reflective materials. Add a touch of sparkle with the space-age-inspired accessory, or embrace a Studio 54 aesthetic with the Halston Natalia sequined gown, drenched in a hard-to-miss Barbiecore pink [14].
Nasty Gal Animal Sequin Halterneck Jumpsuit
Nasty Gal Animal Sequin Halterneck Jumpsuit [15] ($84, originally $168)
Paco Rabanne Pacoio Mini Bag
Paco Rabanne Pacoio Mini Bag [16] ($495)
Halston Natalia Sequined Gown
Halston Natalia Sequined Gown [17] ($387, originally $645)
Gauge81 Naha Draped Lamé Mini Shirt Dress
Gauge81 Naha Draped Lamé Mini Shirt Dress [18] ($745)
Holiday Fashion Trend 2022: Feather Explosion
A perennial favorite of holiday fashion, feathers have been given new life this season with colorful iterations adorning everything from the hem of minidresses to pajama sets that double as elegant loungewear. Meanwhile, fashion designer Anifa Mvuemba figured out just how to spruce up holiday footwear, offering up the Hanifa feather-trimmed Sahar Sandals to complete any dress or suit set. Go all-out with these styles, which are the perfect blend of playfulness and easy glamour.
Hanifa Sahar Sandals
Hanifa Sahar Sandals [19] ($379)
Leslie Amon Laurie Minidress
Leslie Amon Laurie Minidress [20] ($932)
Sleeper Feather-trimmed Twill Pajama Set
Sleeper Feather-trimmed Twill Pajama set [21] ($255)
Oséree Lumière Feather-trimmed Stretch-Lurex Shirt
Oséree Lumière Feather-trimmed Stretch-Lurex Shirt [22] ($555)
Holiday Fashion Trend 2022: Shine On
Similar to the modern disco aesthetic, the shine on trend involves shimmery pieces that are poised to get you noticed at the bar or on the dance floor. This ranges from a cherry glaze metallic corset by Kai Collective to a hot pink top-handle bag in crushed metallic leather by Brandon Blackwood — not to mention LaQuan Smith's vibrant red sequined cutout minidress for maximum impact, or Simon Miller's silver foil trench coat for a touch of extraterrestrial.
Brandon Blackwood Cortni Bag
Brandon Blackwood Cortni Bag [23] ($275)
Kai Collective Cherry Glaze Metallic Corset
Kai Collective Cherry Glaze Metallic Corset [24] ($378)
LaQuan Smith Sequin Cut-Out Minidress
LaQuan Smith Sequin Cut-Out Minidress [25] ($1,695)
Simon Miller Cato Trench
Simon Miller Cato Trench [26] ($695)
Holiday Fashion Trend 2022: Embellished Cutouts
This season's cutouts are edged with embellishments that turn them into statement-making details. Take Rebecca Vallance's orange minidress, for example: a row of braided crystals line the midsection cutouts, giving the look a strong visual punch. The same goes for the Mach & Mach blazer-style dress ahead, which boasts slitted sleeves secured by dainty crystal bows.
Rebecca Vallance Loretta Cut Out Minidress
Rebecca Vallance Loretta Cut Out Minidress [27] ($525)
Cult Gaia Katina Knit Dress
Cult Gaia Katina Knit Dress [28] ($698)
Mach & Mach Wool Bow-Detail Blazer Dress
Mach & Mach Wool Bow-Detail Blazer Dress [29] ($1,176)
Michael Lo Sordo Luna Cutout Silk-Satin Minidress
Michael Lo Sordo Luna Cutout Silk-Satin Minidress [30] ($790)
Holiday Fashion Trend 2022: A Rose Offering
Florals get an elegant holiday twist with this season's array of rose-embellished garments. Mara Hoffman is leading the charge with a strapless midi dress that features ruffled rosettes as each cup. Meanwhile, Magda Butrym's similarly designed swimsuit can totally pass as a slinky going-out top, when coordinated with slacks and heels. For a more formal wedding guest dress [31], look to The Bar's pastel yellow Grayson gown, which boasts a black detachable rose at the center. Breathtaking, to say the least.
Mara Hoffman Mona Midi Dress
Mara Hoffman Mona Midi Dress [32] ($650)
Magda Butrym Embellished Underwired Swimsuit
Magda Butrym Embellished Underwired Swimsuit [33] ($500)
The Bar Grayson Gown
The Bar Grayson Gown [34] ($568)
AREA Crystal Rosette Halter Top
AREA Crystal Rosette Halter Top [35] ($777, originally $1,295)