It’s that time of year when dressing in costume is essential to enjoying the holiday festivities. That naughty nurse costume has been waiting to climb out of your closet, while the Bride of Dracula and Mrs. Santa Claus wait their turn.
For those who like to participate in the holiday festivities but do not want to be seen wearing a silly costume, try something more subtle, like a tuxedo suit. Never underestimate the power of a tuxedo suit. Suits often carry the reputation of being stuffy and conservative. However, the suit comes with so much versatility that it has maintained power in the apparel market.
Now before you pull out the pants and jacket, a tuxedo suit alone cannot be a costume. There has to be something added to the mix to make it stand out from the crowd of costumes.
Try adding a graphic tee shirt with your favorite holiday season on it. Get rid of those suit pants and wear jeans instead for a casual costume look. Believe it or not there are t-shirts for every season. So pick one, add a statement necklace, a tuxedo jacket, and heels and you will be ready for any party season. For Halloween, try this pumpkin t-shirt for $16.99 plus shipping.
Pair with black jeans and a black statement necklace to maintain a tasteful costume. Add a tuxedo blazer for the office or swap the blazer for a cardigan and pencil skirt. Try this tuxedo jacket by Ann Taylor for $179.00.
If you don’t want the jeans, add a tuxedo pant like this one from Lands End for $89.00
or a pencil skirt like this one by Vince Camuto for $49.00.
Dressing up in costume apparel doesn’t mean you have to be a naughty nurse, Bride of Dracula or Mrs. Santa Claus. Be subtle about your holiday dressing and there will be no regrets the following day. It’s all about dressing in a manner that is timeless yet playful.
