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Okay here's my problem, I have to go to a Christmas party for my husband's job and I don't know what to wear? I don't think it will be very dressy but I'm a stay at home mother of two and really have nothing in my closet so I know I will have to shop for clothes but what do I get? My friend said black slacks and a dressy shirt with black flats, my other friend said any pants and a Christmas sweater, is that cheezy??? So I get my hair done professionally or put it up myself ( I'm not very good at it). Please help, I'm really stressed about this and don't want to look different than everyone else. I don't want to show up and all the women have on "fit to kill" dresses or something and I have pants and a sweater with Frosty the snowman, or snowflakes or something, like I said please oh please give me your opinion......Thanks P.S. The invitation did not specify casual or dressy or what? Do we ask the boss?

2006-11-21 08:27:45 · 14 answers · asked by justwondering 2 in Beauty & Style Fashion & Accessories

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It seems like you're getting a lot of detailed help with the clothes so i'll just say don't go with the christmas sweater and treat yourself to a nice haircut from your hairdresser. You don't have to pin your hair up and get an up-do or anything. Just have them cut it and blow it out nicely. Ask for something that will last for the night and that looks nice and smooth. You'll look put-together. Have fun.

2006-11-21 09:06:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

I've read both questions. First (((((((((hug)))))))))))). There is a reason I live 950 miles from my family. I was reminded about that again two weeks ago. I know how it can be. Your children are young enough that you don't have to give them an explanation about why! That's a bonus. Also, as they grow up, they too would be subjected to those kinds of "teasing" about torment in hell. It's even worse for a child. It's not like you're taking anything away from them. We have created our own holiday traditions. Your kids are so young that you can do this and they'll never know any other traditions. One thing that is so much fun is to make a gingerbread house. We do this the week of Christmas. They love this so much - picking out all the candy and when they're older, making designs, etc. One of their absolute favorites is Christmas Eve. We have the All Snack Meal. It's a highlight of the year. We have mini-hot dogs, chocolate fondau, one year "gummy bear pizza". Christmas Eve is also sibling time - and that night they unwrap their presents to each other - about an hour before bedtime. They also just LOVE advent calendars. You can get non-religious ones. Really ambitious people make their own. You can make wooden ones - but I've never bothered with that! For THanksgiving - well that's a little harder without extended family I've always found. It's mostly about eating and watching football and I've never cared for it. I do make some traditional meals they love and we try to "go out" as a family that night - ice skating or something. You will miss the traditions - your kids aren't used to them. But replacing a petty and bitter environment with a supportive and positive one is the best thing you can do for your kids. Now that I'm older and have gotten through the "break" from my family, it's much better. I wouldn't go back for the world.

2016-03-12 21:08:16 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

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2016-07-22 19:36:18 · answer #3 · answered by Gregory 3 · 0 0

Go with the "little black dress" approach something not to dressy and that is comfortable that way you won't feel overdressed but you won't look frumpy besides a stay at home mom should have a chance to dress up a little bit your husband will definitely like it getting your hair done so long as it's nothing fancy like you're trying to over do it would be fine too just something to compliment a simple comfortable outfit Good luck and have fun

2006-11-21 08:33:46 · answer #4 · answered by lazerus2391 2 · 0 0

If you own a Christmas sweater, burn it. No one over 5 should wear one and quite frankly, will probably make you feel frumpy and mom-ish.

I would choose a dress-up/dress-down black dress. Something with a simple but elegant and flattering cut, such as a sheath dress or one with princess seams. This is something you can wear for a long time!!! If you want to add a festive touch, get some sparkly earrings (No, not ornament or snowman earrings, just a bit of sparkle and/or color!) and/or colorful flats or heels with a bit of sparkle on them. Unless it's really formal, you won't be underdressed, and if it's really casual, you still won't look too out of place, just like a classy lady!

2006-11-21 08:48:54 · answer #5 · answered by BB 5 · 0 0

First of all calm down! Black slacks/black skirt that fit well, not tight but not so baggy that they cannot tell you are a woman. Do NOT get some glitzy holiday sweater. Buy a nice sweater/blouse with a nice accent (like a slight sparkle in the material or a ribbon accent at the waist, maybe a crochet top that are so popular right now) and a good neckline, nothing plunging but do show a little bit. JUST MAKE SURE EVERYTHING FITS! If you buy the pants/skirt first, bring it with you when you go to get the blouse/sweater so you know what it look likes together. Finish with coordinating necklace, chandlier earrings and a bracelet. You can get all of that stuff next to nothing at one of those $10.00 Jewelry store in malls like Claires, if you have one. Then buy a nice pair of dress shoes, FORGET THE FLATS, just a nice pump and if you decide on a fairly conservative blouse/sweater, shoes with a matching bag is where you can show your flare. I mean get a knock out pair of shoes. Someplace like Payless (I actually saw an ad today for Payless that had the greatest looking black lace shoes on the cover something very similiar to that) or Rack Room Shoes should have a pair of dress shoes and matching bag, again fairly inexpensively. Keep in mind a great pair of shoes and bag can make a relatively subdued outift look like a knockout. And if you do go that route and are feeling a bit hesistant, bring a pair of plain dress pumps with you and if you get in there and it is more casual, just go change the shoes, you cannot believe what a difference shoes can make. Believe me no matter what, if at the office, at a restuarant or club, you will look perfectly acceptable and like you BELONG. I know because I did not work for years and I always wore something like this and I always fit in. Just remember that no matter what, someone is going to be dressed to the nines and somebody else is going to look like a slob, it never fails. As far as hair and makeup - if you wear makeup stick to that same look, if no makeup make sure you wear a little lipstick, blush, eyeliner and mascara. Your hair should just be how you normally wear it freshly washed and blow dried. I would not go all out on the hair unless you just want to splurge and then go have it done.

2006-11-21 08:47:14 · answer #6 · answered by Kristine H 1 · 1 0

By all means DO NOT wear a x-mas sweater. I always have the what to wear syndrome myself. I have noticed that what looks good is a simple dress. Not too short, not to long, solid in color. Something dark, like black or red. Maybe about 2" above the knee. Maybe a wrap style. You can dress it up with a little jewelry. Not too much. Simple and classy. You won't feel overdressed if everyone is in jeans, or frumpy if they are dressed up. Have fun!

2006-11-21 08:34:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

First, I would find out what type of venue it is being held in, whether its a hotel (very dressy) restaurant (casual/smart) Nando's (jeans/cute top) etc. I would personally leave the trousers at home and go for a skirt with a nice top. You would probably feel more comfortable in that then a frock and go for heels!! Your husband will feel really proud with you dressed to impress and you can warn off the women he works with at the same time ! Relax and enjoy !!

2006-11-21 09:19:21 · answer #8 · answered by North London Lady! 5 · 0 0

I would make sure with the boss since it seems to really be bothering you. But I would advise against the x-mas sweater, those are kind of tacky. (sorry!) In my opinion when in doubt pull out the little black dress. You can almost never go wrong with it. And if you don't have one just go to Ross or Dillard's and I'm sure that they will have something.

2006-11-21 08:34:13 · answer #9 · answered by cabonarakittie 2 · 0 0

Just plain old everyday clothes. It's a party.

2006-11-21 08:35:30 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

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