Party Wear: Holiday Jackets

As the weather gets more cold and dreary, you'll want to make sure that you're bundled, warm and bright in seasonably-chic holiday jackets. Holiday jackets are a little more fancy than your everyday cotton jackets, so they're great as an outer layer of party wear -- whether your party's casual or more formal. Throw one of these over your holiday dress or party top and jeans, and you're ready to go and make your show-stopping appearance.

Velvet
Velvet adds a touch of warmth and luxe to structured jackets, and it's perfectly reminiscent of the holiday season. Velvet reminds you of comfy throws, hanging stockings, big holiday bows, Christmas tree skirts and decor, stuffed animals, and other cheerful warm and fuzzies of the season.

VS Rezrekshn Velvet Jacket ($78)
bebe Evening Blazer ($98)
Ann Taylor Loft Velveteen Blazer ($79.50)
Short Sleeve Velvet Blazer ($39.50)
Dynasty Velvet Jacket ($118)


Jacquard
Jacquard is a fabric that has the patterns woven right into using a programmable loom. The patterns are raised almost like a tapestry, damask or brocade. You'll see that many jacquard pieces interweave subtle sparkle and shine, making the created pieces particularly popular for the holidays.

Metallic Jacquard Jacket in Black ($44.50)
3/4 Sleeve Jacquard Jacket ($39.95)
Plaid Jacquard Jacket ($134.99)


Satin
Satin's smooth texture and subtle sheen make it a chic holiday staple. Donning a satin jacket will have you out-glowing the holiday decor -- think: ornaments -- in a good way!

Spiegel Satin Cropped Jacket ($59)
Apart Ruffled Satin Blazer (on sale at MyShape for $99.49)
Crushed Satin Blazer ($39.50)
Pink Satin Ruffle Coat ($228)



Lace
Lace is sultry and a bit of a tease, but it can still be elegant at the same time. Holiday party dresses are fraught with lace for their dressy, feminine appeal, so it's no wonder that lace became a popular material and detail for holiday jackets, too!

Spiegel Cropped Lace Jacket ($49)
Antthony Eloquence & Lace Jacket ($25)
Charlotte Russe Lace Blazer ($39.50)
Lace-Trim Evening Jacket ($148)



Sequin
Nothing says, "Let's get this holiday party started!" like you walking in wearing a sequin jacket. Sequins will have you sparkling like the glittering decor and the holiday lights. It's made to be party wear and holiday parties are all about being merry and bright! So, shine already!

Chico's Sequin Sensation Jacket ($129)
Metrostyle Cropped Sequin Jacket ($35)
Sexy Little Things VS Sequin Jacket ($89.50)
Silver Cascading Blazer with Sequins ($89)
VS PINK Sequin Blazer ($159)