5 Outfits for the Christmas Banquet | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

5 Outfits for the Christmas Banquet

Bethel girlies, I've got you covered.

37
5 Outfits for the Christmas Banquet
Chico Mall

Hey Bethel girls! It's Bri Shaw here with the latest and greatest. As the Christmas Banquet draws near, I'm consistently hearing the chatter on campus about what to wear. "Do I wear a long sleeved dress? What kind of shoes do I wear? What about jewelry?"

Have no fear. Bri is here.

I have one word for you: Francesca's.

I work at Francesca's as a personal stylist, and I've spent some time thinking about a some outfits for y'all so you don't go crazy. Here are my top five pairings:

(Note: All of these outfits are made of items from Francesca's for it's the cutest store on the planet.)

1) Holiday Class

If you're going for a classy look, I'd suggest something similar to this. A simple a-line apple red dress with some embroidered touches, like the thin transparent fabric below the neckline and at the bottom, is the perfect classic holiday dress. Pairing it with some bold chandelier earrings (preferably in gold) with a black velvet heel is going to make everyone say, "Son of a nutcracker. She's a HOT classy lady."

2) Blue Christmas

I call this "Blue Christmas" mainly because it's a navy blue dress, but also because I think people always think of holiday clothes consisting of reds, dark greens or blacks. But navy blue gets in there too! Wearing a nice long gold layered necklace, or even a pendant necklace like the girl in the picture, is a great way of making a statement, but keeping it simple. Adding a glitzy short heel adds a little more glamour, but it's not overpowering the simplicity of entire outfit either. May I note that simple long sleeved shift dresses can be easily worn any other time of year too, so if you plan on wearing the dress multiple times, I'd suggest this style.

3) On the Naughty List

Feeling a little naughty? A little black dress is perfect for virtually any formal gathering. Grabbing a cute, black velvet heel with some black and silver chandelier drop earrings will add the perfect elegant touch.

4) Santa Baby

Santa's gonna want to hurry down the chimney tonight if he sees you in this outfit. A long sleeved red shift dress with a chestnut heel and a simple choker necklace is one way of making a statement, but keeping it simple! A red shift dress can be dressed up or down, so you can wear it more than once!

5) Under the Mistletoe


Lastly, you'll be caught under the mistletoe in this outfit quite a bit! The one thing I love about this simple dress is the fact that you can glam it up with a large gold statement necklace or even some chandelier earrings, or you can simply dress it down with a jean jacket or a sweater. Either way, it'll be super cute! A black heel is the choice of shoe for this particular outfit, or you could do a chestnut brown ankle boot or a taupe heel if need be!


That's all ladies! Hope I helped you a little!

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Entertainment

Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

These powerful lyrics remind us how much good is inside each of us and that sometimes we are too blinded by our imperfections to see the other side of the coin, to see all of that good.

117800
Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

The song was sent to me late in the middle of the night. I was still awake enough to plug in my headphones and listen to it immediately. I always did this when my best friend sent me songs, never wasting a moment. She had sent a message with this one too, telling me it reminded her so much of both of us and what we have each been through in the past couple of months.

Keep Reading...Show less
Zodiac wheel with signs and symbols surrounding a central sun against a starry sky.

What's your sign? It's one of the first questions some of us are asked when approached by someone in a bar, at a party or even when having lunch with some of our friends. Astrology, for centuries, has been one of the largest phenomenons out there. There's a reason why many magazines and newspapers have a horoscope page, and there's also a reason why almost every bookstore or library has a section dedicated completely to astrology. Many of us could just be curious about why some of us act differently than others and whom we will get along with best, and others may just want to see if their sign does, in fact, match their personality.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

20 Song Lyrics To Put A Spring Into Your Instagram Captions

"On an island in the sun, We'll be playing and having fun"

24739
Person in front of neon musical instruments; glowing red and white lights.
Photo by Spencer Imbrock on Unsplash

Whenever I post a picture to Instagram, it takes me so long to come up with a caption. I want to be funny, clever, cute and direct all at the same time. It can be frustrating! So I just look for some online. I really like to find a song lyric that goes with my picture, I just feel like it gives the picture a certain vibe.

Here's a list of song lyrics that can go with any picture you want to post!

Keep Reading...Show less
Chalk drawing of scales weighing "good" and "bad" on a blackboard.
WP content

Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others.

We are all born to do something great. Whether that be to grow up and become a doctor and save the lives of thousands of people, run a marathon, win the Noble Peace Prize, or be the greatest mother or father for your own future children one day. Regardless, we are all born with a purpose. But in between birth and death lies a path that life paves for us; a path that we must fill with something that gives our lives meaning.

Keep Reading...Show less
Health and Wellness

10 Hygiene Tips For All College Athletes

College athletes, it's time we talk about sports hygiene.

23087
Woman doing pull-ups on bars with sun shining behind her.

I got a request to talk about college athletes hygiene so here it is.

College athletes, I get it, you are busy! From class, to morning workouts, to study table, to practice, and more. But that does not excuse the fact that your hygiene comes first! Here are some tips when it comes to taking care of your self.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments