With coated slim jeans (or maybe jeans with a subtle print) and booties. I’m thinking of two styling ideas (showing some inspirational finds)ġ. The dark red is my first choice, but the “mint” could be a lovely surprise. I see similar styles in other brands so there will be other options if these don’t work.

I do NOT want floppy sleeves, embroidery, loose ties…prefer something very simple and these are perfect. I love velvet and think it’s lovely texture can be the star of an outfit without adding much other detail. I just found and ordered these two velvet button down shirts. We're talking house parties where half the guys will be in their best plaid shirts and a few may have nicer sweaters, and the women will have a bit more variety but still in tunics/leggings, maybe a blazer/jeans look no party dresses or fancy pumps.

I usually have a few parties/events to attend between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve, and typically go with a classic and slightly dressy style, but this year I want to do something different, and I'm starting now instead of waiting until the last minute like I usually doįor most of these events a VERY casual style is totally appropriate.

Red velvet button down shirt