As we stand before our closets, the air filled with the scent of pine and anticipation, the holiday party outfit conundrum unfolds with gusto. Between the reds and greens and shades of cream and black, there’s a simple formula behind holiday dressing within your closet to make this season unapologetically merry. As we begin our brainstorming session, the first that comes to mind is red tights, we’ve been loving them as a way to add a pop of color this year, and while we hope to see it outside of the holidays, this is a great place to start. Or a tried and true theory lies in the art of layering, and in this case we mean textures. Instead of knits with sequins, try velvet and organza. And while we’re hanging up our sequins, for adding sparkle this year, try studs, like these studded booties from reformation. For holiday parties, it’s all about creating contrasts, and bringing in something fun and unexpected, like pairing those red tights with softer heels that you felt were only reserved for the warmer months.