office party outfit idea

Did you guys get a chance to check out my Holiday Party Outfit Guide? Yesterday I published this guide featuring five different holiday party outfit ideas for every occasion (and budget!) this season. The one thing I didn’t talk about though, was the office holiday party. Work-related events always require more of a tailored approach – you want to select an outfit that is appropriate for the setting, but still fun and festive enough to party all night in! With that in mind, I usually opt for a simple, flattering sheath dress that I jazz up with some fabulous accessories. These sparkly silver sandals are the ideal shoe to dance the night away in!

The low, sturdy block heel makes them extremely wearable and comfortable (also perfect for tall gals!), while the silver glitter and sexy ankle strap detail makes them party-ready and uber stylish. The glitter look is reminiscent of what I see on those must-have Miu Miu shoes, but these sandals are actually under $80! Such a great holiday party shoe for a very reasonable price point, don’t you think? I’ll definitely be wearing these on NYE! While wearing them with dresses is an obvious choice, I actually wore these with black jeans and a bell-sleeve sweater to a birthday party last week, and the whole outfit was a hit! I received so many nice compliments about these sparkly soles.

This is actually the first pair of Steve Madden shoes I’ve purchased in several years, and I’m very impressed with the quality, fit and comfort level of them. If you’re on the hunt for other party shoe styles on a budget this season, here are a few more to check out:

• For just a hint of sparkle and shine, try this gold-heeled version of my sandals, or this embellished heel style. Both are the same height and style as my shoe, but the heel the main event!
• I love a good d’Orsay pump, but these take my love to another level. I would order the bronze.
• The triple-strap look on these lofted sandals give them a modern, striking appeal. The thicker heel will keep you steady all night!
• For a NYE wedding, this pair of sandals is elegant and minimal. They’d be gorgeous all year round!
• If you’re wearing an ultra simple LBD, shine in these caged sandals. The ideal statement shoe for the holiday season!

PS – I didn’t want to end this post without mentioning these black velvet slip-on sneakers I found. They look IDENTICAL to the Vince pair I’ve been wearing non-stop, but for a fraction of the price!

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