5 Certifiably Chic Thanksgiving Dinner Outfits

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We know we’ve been talking about festive party attire, but we may have gotten a little ahead of ourselves. Thanksgiving is almost upon us, and somehow, despite having a pretty extensive fall wardrobe, I never know what to wear. This year I decided to do some digging for a little outfit inspo so I wouldn’t be left outfit-less the Wednesday before.

From striking animal-printed co-ords to subtly sparkly embellished sweaters paired with jeans, there’s a seasonal look for every type of Thanksgiving goer. We’ve been loving burgundy and chestnut hues, so we’re leaning heavily into those for the holiday. And of course, you don’t want to skimp on the sides or, in this case, the accessorizing: finish off your look with an over-the-knee boot, sheeny ballet flat, or a beaded pouch.

So whether you want to be the loudest person in the room or prefer to blend into the backdrop, we’ve found five different outfits to jazz up your Thanksgiving.

Printed perfection

Animal prints—cheetah, leopard, deer, zebra, tiger—have been all the rage this fall, and the trendy pattern doesn’t seem to be subsiding in popularity. For your special Thursday, we’re loving the print in matching set form: a softly structured cardigan with a matching midi skirt is a polished pairing. Finish off the look with black suede heeled mules and a sleek top-handle bag.

Totally tonal

Brown is unofficially the color of fall, and we’re loving all of its hues. The result of layering chestnut and maple hues just feels aptly seasonal. We also love the look of an oversized suit blazer atop a chunky knit for a tailored yet cozy fit.

Elegantly embellished

Zanna Roberts Rassi knows how to show up with pizzazz to an event, so we’re taking a page from her book of embellishments. Delicate feathers, gleaming pearls, and lustrous leather deliver textured intrigue, grounded with a classic loafer (and don’t forget about the anklet!).

Plaid to impress

Another one of our style gurus, Gigi Hadid, showed up to Guest in Residence’s birthday party in a perfectly fringed fit. A plaid midi with a leather jacket and riding boots has a western-inspired look that exudes East Coast charm.

Sophisticated sweater dress

A sweater dress is a tried-and-true dinner party staple, especially when styled with over-the-knee boots. Naturally, we’re turning to Sézane, a knitwear maven, for our sweater dress, complemented by an oversized blanket coat from Jenni Kayne, a pair of our favorite Partlow boots, and luxe cold-weather accessories.