These Are the Only 4 Dress Styles You Need For the Holidays

By Ruthie Friedlander
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The shift. The sheath. The shirt. The empire waist. The fit-and-flare. The A-line. So many dress styles, so little time.

With the holiday season upon us (and sales abundant!), we've broken down the four key styles trending now for all your festive party needs: the wrap, the puffy shoulder, the asymmetrical, and the ruched. These four styles are flattering on all body types and will last well past your company holiday party. Think: date night, girls' night out . . . you get it!

The most important rule: have fun with your look. The holidays are a time to sparkle (quite literally when we're talking all things glittery). Wear a style you previously shied away from. Try out a color you've always dreamed of wearing. And when in doubt, add some sequins.

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Eliza J Sequin Faux Wrap Dress

Eliza J Sequin Faux Wrap Dress

This Sequin Faux Wrap Dress ($168) checks multiple holiday dress boxes: there are festive puffed sleeves (you'll read more about that later), ruching (ridiculously flattering), and allover sequins. The faux-wrap design acts as a waistline definer, cinching you in at the smallest part of your torso.

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Leith Ruched Front Dress

Leith Ruched Front Dress

Let's start with some hard facts about this dress: the Leith Ruched Front Dress ($69) comes in six (!) different colors (including red and green, thank you very much) and is made from the most comfortable jersey knit you've probably felt in your life. The down-the-front ruching is flattering on all body types, giving a pulled-in illusion without sacrificing the natural curves of your body.

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Gal Meets Glam Collection Ingrid Jacquard Fit & Flare Dress

Gal Meets Glam Collection Ingrid Jacquard Fit & Flare Dress

If your holiday look is skewing boho-inspired, look for a dress that has puffy sleeves but is in a heavier material. This Jacquard Fit & Flare Dress ($178) has the quintessential puff shoulder and is made from a heavily textured jacquard fabric, making it very seasonal.

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Topshop One-Shoulder Drop Dress

Topshop One-Shoulder Drop Dress

Feeling sassy? Try an asymmetrical dress that will turn heads. This Topshop One-Shoulder Drop Dress ($95) is equal parts fashion forward and retro-inspired. The draping leaves one side longer than the other and makes it a perfect holiday party dress addition to your wardrobe.