Article for Women Issues

What to wear
what to wear? Are you at a loss when it comes to dressing for holiday get-togethers? Do not despair; many people share your concern. However
there are a few guidelines you can keep in mind when preparing to attend a holiday party.

Know where you are going
This is a big one. Simply having an idea where you are going and how others will be dressed will save a lot of time and a major headache. If you are going to an office Christmas party
business casual will probably be the best choice. However
if you are just going to your sister's house
you may be able to tone it down. If you are unsure
ask someone what the dress code will be. Keep in mind that "casual" means different things to different people. When you are told "casual" in a business setting
you should dress business casual
no jeans. Likewise
formal
may mean black tie or simply a jacket and tie; be sure to clarify if you are unsure.

Stay away from clothes that are too sexy
Especially in a business setting
you do not want to show up in revealing clothes. It is not professional and will probably reflect poorly on you. This should also be the practice if you are attending your spouse's office party. If you are going out with your spouse for a night on the town
sexy clothes are more appropriate. There is a thin line between attractive and sleazy; be sure not to cross that line and embarrass yourself.

Keep it simple
The simpler you can keep your attire
the better. Nine times out of ten
you will be better off in a simple black dress than trying to coordinate slacks
a blouse
and three other layers of clothes. Make it easy on yourself when possible.

Too many sparkles
Many women will use the holiday season to wear a lot of sparkles and shiny clothes. This is fine in moderation; however
if you look like you have been wrapped in tinsel
you should probably go with something else.

Jewelry
Nothing can be as flattering as the right accessories. However
when used the wrong way
they can destroy a good thing. When you are choosing your jewelry
stay with subtle beauty -- nothing huge or gaudy. While some people can pull off Santa Claus earrings
most of us can not. Especially the more formal a party
the more conservative the jewelry should be.

Makeup
When it comes to your face
you should also keep it delicate. Certain occasions will dictate red lipstick and more drastic makeup; however
you should be careful not to over-do it. Dark blush or rouge almost never looks good.