When You’re Hosting, Visiting,
or Running Around After Kids
A note from a friend who knows December is… a lot.
Hey lovely,
Christmas Day isn't just one outfit moment. It's hosting, eating, chatting, driving, unwrapping, cleaning, sweating, repeating. And through all of that, you still want to feel like… you. Comfortable. Put together. Not tugging at straps or adjusting hems in every photo.
So let's make this easy.
Here's what to wear on Christmas Day — depending on the version of the day you're living.
If you're hosting at home
You need something breathable, forgiving, and cute enough that you feel special without overcommitting.
Think:
• Linen or linen-blend midi dresses
• Soft waists that give you room to move
• Easy neutrals or soft brights that look good in any light
You'll be bending, plating, slicing, refilling drinks — you don't want a dress that fights you. Look for fabrics that stay cool and silhouettes that don't cling when things heat up (and they will).
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If you're doing the "two houses in one day" thing
You want an outfit that survives the car, stays fresh, and doesn't feel too casual for lunch or too dressy for afternoon snacks with kids around.
Try:
• A relaxed A-line or wrap dress
• Halter or tie-front silhouettes for a little polish
• Creams, olives, soft prints — timeless and unfussy
This is the dress that handles photos, driving, long tables, and backyard chairs without needing to be ironed midway through the day.
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If you're chasing after kids (or nieces and nephews)
Comfort is the priority, but you still deserve to feel put together.
Go for:
• A breathable mini or midi that moves with you
• Linen-blend styles that don't show sweat
• Something you can sit on the ground in without thinking twice
If dresses aren't your thing here, pair a soft, relaxed top with linen shorts for the same ease — still pulled together, still comfortable, still Christmas-day cute.
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If it's a beachy or backyard Christmas
You want light layers you can take on and off without a whole outfit change.
Think:
• Easy cotton or linen minis
• Simple slides
• A throw-over layer for breezy afternoons
• A natural, clean scent that feels like summer
This is the "I'm comfortable and I still look great in outdoor photos" outfit.
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If you want something you'll wear again before New Year's Eve
The best Christmas outfits aren't Christmas outfits.
They're real-life pieces that just happen to be perfect on the day.
Look for:
• Natural fibres
• Softly structured silhouettes
• Colours you already reach for
• A shape that works for more than one moment
Buy for Christmas. Wear for summer lunches, long weekends, dinners outside, and relaxed January days.
Want help choosing?
Come explore our collections and find an outfit that feels like you — not just Christmas Day.
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