Emilia Petrarca, Writer
I love holiday parties, but every year, I get a little carried away in terms of shopping. Based on the number of themed outfits I buy, you’d think I was being invited to a function every single day from October through January, which, unfortunately, I am not. This year, my goal is to make smarter purchases, meaning invest in pieces that work 365 days of the year. Red is a color I will never get tired of, and the holidays are a good excuse to wear it head to toe. Pairing this red Theory miniskirt with Calzedonia red tights and a Sandy Liang red turtleneck would make anyone stand out in a crowd. Personally, I’d even throw in some Simone Rocha accessories, like these pink-and-red bow earrings, their matching pink-bow socks, and these gold pleated ballerina flats for extra flair.
Song-I Saba, Writer and Co-founder of PYSCIS
Now that I’m in my early 30s, a holiday-party look feels like a fun opportunity to play with subtle high/low elements. The avant-garde Japanese aesthetic of Kei Ninomiya, Rei Kawakubo’s protégé, strikes the perfect balance between punk and elegance. I love his modern interpretations of LBDs; their voluminous silhouettes remind me of certain Cristóbal Balenciaga designs. These would go well with a pair of blue satin Manolo Blahniks, which might otherwise feel a little conservative.
