Holiday Outfits for Every Occasion

MOTHER: Tartan is pretty much mandatory for the holidays. Wear this cozy, statement-making toggled cape with tried-and-true winter basics: riding pants, a white crewneck sweater, and your most comfortable boots.

Travel Legging, $88; nordstrom.com
Women's Classic Crew-Neck Sweater, $24.94; oldnavy.com
Slalom Tartan Cape, $199; talbots.com
Classic Leather Smart Glove with Genuine Sheepskin Trim, $120; dillards.com
Women's Cate The Great Wedge Boot, $275; sorel.com

DAUGHTER: For an effortless look, throw on some warm layers. Quilted boots and a down vest provide texture, and the blue-and-green flannel scarf adds a burst of color along with instant warmth.

Angry Rabbit On a Roller Derby Jeans, $59.99; modcloth.com
Kendra Cable-Knit Sweater, $228; amourvert.com
Excursion Quilted Down Vest, $120; jcrew.com
Flannel Scarf, $22.94; oldnavy.com
Women's Saltwater Quilted Duck Boot, $120; sperry.com

DAUGHTER: This long bouclé sweater is sleek enough to wear with a red party dress. Complete the look with flats that have a bit of ribbon flair.

State Patch Pocket Shift Dress, $129; dillards.com
Windfall Vest, $168; nordstrom.com
If I d'Orsay So Myself Flat, $34.99; modcloth.com

MOTHER: Texture, color, and sparkle elevate this floral number. Gorgeous drop earrings and blue velvet pumps with a stone-embellished stacked heel provide an extra dose of dazzle.

• Robyn Dress, $308; bodenusa.com
• Flamenco Drops, $34; baublebar.com
• Ladee Heel, $90; reportshoes.com

DAUGHTER: Celebrate New Year's Eve in something fun and festive with party flair. Enter this LBD in a classic fit-and-flare silhouette and embellished with a sparkly collar. Pair with open-toed sandals for a soiree-worthy ensemble.

Blair Dress, $198; blithe.nyc
Octavia Tassel Sandal, $158; madewell.com

MOTHER
Of course, you'll want to find something extra special to break out for the 2016 send-off celebration. The good news is that we've spotted a black-and-white number that doesn't cost a fortune. A classic hounds-tooth pattern gets dressed up in silk with a frilly ruffled edge. Accessorize this sophisticated look with your favorite shiny jewels and a pair of metallic strappy heels.

Wolfsooth Silk Dress, $110; jcrew.com
Posh the Competition Heel, $39.99; modcloth.com