Dress to Impress: Four Steps to Corporate Party Prep

The festive season is fast approaching, which usually means that your office party is already on the calendar! While it might be tempting to get carried away with office gossip and those pesky year-end tasks, you shouldn’t leave your corporate party prep to the last minute.

The annual ‘Christmas do’ is your chance to make an impression and share your successes with your favourite colleagues. It’s worth dressing for the occasion, so here’s how to get organised with your corporate party prep before the big night.

Dress to Impress: Four Steps to Corporate Party Prep

1. Decide your outfit strategy

First, check the invitation for a specific dress code.

The style and formality of your outfit will depend on the party’s theme and, perhaps, the venue as well. Typically, Christmas parties follow either a cocktail attire dress code or something a little bit more casual. Here are our top tips for both:

Cocktail attire

For women, choose a bright knee-length or mid-length cocktail dress in a luxurious fabric like velvet or satin. Alternatively, a chic jumpsuit in rich jewel tones like ruby red and emerald green could be perfect.

For men, this looks like a dark, well-fitted suit in charcoal, navy, or perhaps a deep burgundy. It should be paired with a crisp dress shirt, but you can skip the tie for a more relaxed look. What about a silky bowtie?

Business casual

Women should pair sleek, tailored trousers or a midi skirt with a flowing, dressy blouse. A festive element, such as subtle metallic threads, ruffles, or a sparkly texture, could help complete the look.

For men, try chinos or smart wool trousers paired with a patterned button-down shirt and a blazer or sports coat. A fitted sweater or waistcoat layered over a shirt also works well.

2. Choose festive and professional accessories

Accessories are where you can inject personality and festive spirit without crossing the line into unprofessional or costume territory! Remember, less is often more, so it’s worth choosing just one statement piece and keeping the rest minimal. There are specific rules for accessories, especially if you’re attending an important event like this.

Women’s accessories

For jewellery, opt for an eye-catching necklace, a pair of glamorous chandelier earrings, or maybe a cocktail ring. Accessorise with a small, elegant clutch bag in a sparkly finish. As for your shoes, go for stylish heels or dressy flats that you can dance in!

Men’s accessories

Subtle festive touches are the way to go. A richly patterned pocket square or Christmas socks can add festive flair and a little bit of cheer. Try to ensure your watch is polished and opt for a classic model. And if you’re wearing a leather belt, it should match your shoes!

3. Perfect your grooming and presentation

Grooming is crucial because it shows respect for the event and reflects positively on your professionalism. It’s worth taking time to cover every aspect of your appearance:

Hair

Style your hair neatly and make sure it looks clean. With elegant, soft waves for women or a fresh cut and styled look for men, a polished hairstyle ties the entire look together.

Face

Enhance your evening look with a touch of glamour. A classic red lip or a subtle smoky eye is festive, but focus on one feature. If you usually wear glasses, you can change your look with contact lenses purchased online in the UK, available for UK delivery beforehand.

Hygiene

Take time to iron or steam your clothes and make sure they’re spotlessly clean. Pay attention to fragrance, too. A light touch of perfume is delicate, but you should avoid anything overpowering.

Nails

Make sure that your nails are clean and well-manicured, regardless of gender. You should be clean from head to toe!

4. Plan your entrance and exit

Finally, don’t let a crumpled, casual coat ruin your beautiful outfit.

Since it’s almost guaranteed to be a cold-weather party, your outerwear and arrival appearance matter. They might set the tone when you first arrive, especially if you’re fashionably late.

Take your time choosing a jacket that complements your outfit. A tailored wool coat adds an effortlessly sophisticated touch, or a stylish faux-fur wrap could elevate your look. Avoid bulky, everyday puffer jackets or sporty parkas unless the party is very casual.

Ready to get the Corporate Party Prep started? With thorough organisation before the big night, you can dance on the tables without any last-minute panic. Time for some good food, fine wine and festive cheer!

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