Double or Nothing: New Season Party Pieces You Can Dress Up or Down

The festive season is the perfect time of year to refresh your look. With a full slate of social events and the sudden, welcome emergence of the summer, we’re in the mood for new-season accessories, great party dresses, and eye-catching after-dark makeup. But we also want to make investments that we’ll wear again and again—pieces that are versatile, and can be easily integrated into multiple looks. On that front, we’ve picked three statement party pieces that can be worn multiple ways. From party dresses that transition from beach to bar, to statement earrings that work for lunch or after-work cocktails, these pieces will work overtime this Christmas season.

Piece 1: Akari Halter Mini Dress

REBECCA VALLANCE | $629.00

We love the playful, summery, and unapologetically Christmas-y feel of this red mini dress by Rebecca Vallance. Perfect for end-of-year party season, wear yours with a sculptural mule from Rubi Shoes, statement chandelier drop earrings from Lovisa, and a statement eye, (and top it off with a slim-tailored blazer by Dissh if it cools down in the evening). Then, on a casual Sunday afternoon brunch, style it down with a simple brown leather sandal by Wittner, a straw-style top-handle tote by Camilla and Marc, a glowing bronzed beauty look, and a great pair of sunglasses.

Outfit 1: Casual

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Bonie Espresso Leather Sandals

WITTNER | $199.00

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Sadie Straw Tote

CAMILLA AND MARC | $750.00

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Lucia Rounded Sunglasses

FOREVER NEW | $39.99

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Gold Plated Full Loop Hoops

LOVISA | $27.99

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‘In A Good Light’ Illuminating Drops

MECCA | $45.00

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Glossier Cloud Paint Blush

MECCA | $37.00

Outfit 2: Dressed-up

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Harley Black Boyfriend Blazer

DISSH | $199.99

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Single Strap Black Mules

COTTON ON MEGA STORE | $49.99

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Twisted Diamante Drop Earrings

LOVISA | $24.99

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Too Faced Disco Crush Eye and Face Sparkle

MECCA | $50.00

Piece 2: Gold Sculptural Floral Earrings

ZARA | $39.95

These statement-making gold sculptural floral earrings from Zara practically scream ‘Christmas’. Let the earrings do all the talking with a pared-back approach: a great pair of jeans by Dissh, a classic white T-shirt from H&M, a hobo-style handbag and a smudge of red lipstick. Or, dress it up with a black asymmetrical dress from Bec + Bridge, festive fire engine red sandals from Forever New, and lashings of black mascara. Chic.

Outfit 1: Casual

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Caleb Indigo Barrel Leg Jeans

DISSH | $169.99

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Romy Hobo Bag

WITCHERY | $49.99

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White T-Shirt

H&M | $12.99

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Rhys Boucle Ivory Pumps

CAMILLA AND MARC | $750.00

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MAC Satin Lipstick in ‘Centre of Attention’

MECCA | $40.00

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Lash Clash Mascara

YSL Beauty | $68

Outfit 2: Dressed-Up

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Ira-Asym Black Dress

BEC + BRIDGE | $320.00

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Katya Ankle Strap Court Shoe

FOREVER NEW | $89.99

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Satin Effect Shoulder Bag

ZARA | $69.95

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Benefit Cosmetics Mascara

SEPHORA | $49.00

Piece 3: Suede Heeled Sandals

H&M | $119.00

H&M Studios’ suede heeled sandals feature adorable bow detailing that will immediately elevate any outfit. For an after-dark event, we love this ruched, body-hugging two-piece set by Paris Georgia, available at Incu. Wear yours with a chunky gold statement necklace, hair combed back off the face, and an effortless spray of Ouai’s ‘North Bondi’ fragrance. For a daytime look, another two-piece set: this time a linen shirt-and-trouser combo by Dissh, with matching statement bow detailing. Just add bold, gold earrings, a great sheer lip gloss, and an embellished purse from Zara.

Outfit 1: Casual

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Von Cream Linen Shirt

DISSH | $129.99

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Von Cream Linen Trousers

DISSH | $129.99

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Grand Drop Earrings

INCU | $250.00

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Gisou Honey-Infused Lip Oil

MECCA | $46.00

Outfit 2: Dressed Up

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Paris Georgia Top and Skirt

INCU | TOP $390.00

SKIRT $590.00

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Naomi Link Necklace

KOOKAI | $130.00

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Ouai ‘North Bondi’ Eau de Parfum

SEPHORA | $108.00

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1927 Mini Bag

Furla | $479

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