Let’s be honest, the point of Thanksgiving is not your clothing. It’s the food! The turkey, the stuffing, the mashed potatoes, and the pies. So when it comes to getting dressed, you want to be in something easy and comfortable. Enter: the sweater dress. It’s chic, it’s roomy, and it’s an instant outfit. Because you have more important things to worry about then putting together the perfect outfit. Like putting together the perfect seating chart.
In the header image, I’m wearing this longline knitted dress from COS in an oatmeal-y shade. I love the ribbing around the sleeves and hem, which are the kind of details that really elevate a piece. And the thumbholes!! It also comes in black and kelly green. Banana Republic’s Cavo dress is a creamy, cable-knit dream.
But look, it can get stuffy in a turtleneck. I love this classic cashmere sweater dress in black from Ralph Lauren. It’s definitely a splurge, but you can throw on a fun belt or your favorite sparkly shoes and it’s ready for holiday party season! The V-neck neckline and side slit give this Malene Birger dress a little bit of sex appeal. A wide polo collar and puff sleeves are another way to inject some fun into the sweater dress, like this Vero Moda dress.
If the sweater seems too hot for you, I get it. What about a classic shirtdress? It’s the same instant outfit vibe, with a little more breathability. This pleated dress in black from COS is a little bit retro, with pleats and a higher neck. Banana Republic’s chocolate-brown Polo dress would look great with an ankle boot. Tory Burch, who has been looking really good lately, has a beautiful crepe shirtdress with a great collar and interesting sleeves.
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