Party season is upon us, and it’s the perfect time to choose your stylish festive party shoes.
With so many choices available, decision fatigue can sometimes make choosing your perfect pair of party shoes difficult.
Don’t worry; at Ravel, we’ve got you covered!
In this blog we’re highlighting our favourite party shoes for women from our collection that align perfectly with the type of party you might be attending.
So whether you want to look glam at your family Christmas get-together or elevate your style to new heights at your office Christmas party – it’s never been easier to find the perfect party pair!
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Christmas party with the girls
What shoes to wear to a party
Before settling on a pair of shoes for your Christmas party, there are some key things to consider to ensure style is secured without compromising your comfort!
Location of the party
The location of your festive soiree may influence your footwear choice. For example, will you walk to the party, take public transport, or hire a cab?
If it’s one of the former, it’s probably worth considering your comfort!
Unless you’re planning on travelling in flats and changing at the party, then comfort is key. Choose a lower heel or flat shoes and avoid anything that’s open-toed to ensure your feet stay warm during your travel.
If you’re arriving by cab or car, you can be a little more daring with your footwear choice!
The type of party you’re attending
The formality of the party you’re attending may influence your shoe choice. If it’s a house party, trainers provide comfort without compromising style. Whether paired with a dress or jeans and a festive jumper, trainers are a stylish go-to for off-duty dressing.
However, if you’re attending a cocktail party or a black-tie event, party sandals are a much safer bet and are more in keeping with a formal dress code.
Carefully curating a colour scheme
Choosing your perfect shoes for a party is a personal experience and whatever makes you feel fabulous is always the correct choice! However, if you’re struggling to mix or match your colours, here are some failsafe tips:
Black shoes never go out of style!
Black shoes are super glamorous, and because they go with almost everything, they are the perfect core staple for your occasionwear wardrobe.
If you’re heading to a fancy festive event in your little black dress, why not complete your look with chic black heels and add some accessories in a contrasting colour to break up the look?
Match your shoes with your bag
If you enjoy playing around with colour blocking, why not pair your shoes with your handbag and accessories? This is a great way to style a look made from two contrasting colours, adding a striking chic layer.
Don’t be afraid to put your toes on show
Just because it’s the festive season, don’t be afraid to wear open-toed sandals! If you’ve spent a fortune on that stunning pedicure, party sandals are the ideal way to show it off!
Now we’ve given you some ideas towards the perfect party shoes for you, here are our top tips and shoe choices for each type of festive occasion. Whatever event you’re heading to this festive season, prepare to step out in style!
Cocktail party
When it comes to formal and glamorous Christmas parties, a cocktail party is the creme-de-la-creme!
Most cocktail parties or Christmas balls come with a formal dress code, such as a black tie for men and cocktail dresses for women. With this in mind, rich colours and luxurious textures are a glamorous choice, helping to elevate your look from the floor up!
Our Burgundy Velvet Surina Heeled Sandals were made with glamorous settings in mind. Wear yours with your most lavish cocktail dress and accessorise with statement earrings and a contrasting clutch bag. Then, when the party’s over, style them with cropped jeans and an oversized, flowing blouse for a chic, casual look.
Or, if you’re looking for a similar style with an added wow factor, why not try our Dark Navy Satin Kelso Heeled Sandals? Adorned with all-over diamante embellishments, these chic sandals were made to turn heads!
Christmas party with the girls
Is there anything more fun than a Christmas party with your friends? It’s the perfect excuse to get dressed up in a bold, statement outfit and dance the night away with your favourite people!
Christmas parties are an ideal opportunity to embrace festive glamour, so why not opt for rich jewel tones or festive shades when choosing your outfit? Or, if you prefer a more subtle, classic style, let your shoes do the talking!
Our chic Red Mulben Stiletto Heel Court Shoes add a touch of festive glamour to any party outfit. Stylishly embellished with edgy, rock-stud detailing and carefully balanced with a soft, rounded point-toe, they are the perfect combination of attitude and sophistication!
Whether worn with jeans and a blazer, or a sparkly dress, these shoes offer statement style, whatever the occasion and their sleek 7cm heel makes them ideal for dancing the night away with your favourite ladies! After all, it is the season!
Office Christmas party
It’s your office Christmas party, so you want to make an impression! Office Christmas parties are the perfect opportunity to showcase your personal style whilst still maintaining a degree of professionalism.
If your office Christmas party has a dress code, you may want to choose your shoes based on that. If, however, you’re left to your own devices, and nothing has been suggested, then a smart casual outfit is a safe bet!
Loafers are always stylish if you’re looking for sophisticated, smart, casual footwear for your office Christmas party.
Our Black Spey Loafers perfectly exemplify timeless style and on-trend detailing. The statement gold chain detailing to the vamp helps to add glamour to any outfit, whereas the chunky 6cm sole embraces the latest footwear trends whilst providing much-needed comfort for time spent on feet.
The ideal pairing to skirts (add in lace socks for a chic look -pictured), jeans and your workwear wardrobe; they’re the epitome of statement style meets versatility.
Wear yours for your office party and create a sleek and sophisticated statement.
Family house party
During the build-up to Christmas and across the festive period, family parties are a fun way to celebrate, exchange gifts and spend time with some of your favourite people. Whether you’re planning an ‘ugly festive jumper’ party or gathering together to see the New Year in style, the best thing about family events is that you can prioritise comfort when choosing your footwear!
If the dress code is relaxed or smart casual, embellished trainers are perfect for style and comfort! Our White Leather Berwick Lace-Up Trainers feature chic gold and silver metallic detailing to the toe box and side panels and are finished with a coordinating gold heel tab.
The ideal trainers for festive events, they pair just as well with jeans and a sparkly Christmas jumper, as with a chic shimmering jumper dress and leather jacket. Also available in black leather, they’re a chic addition to any winter wardrobe!
Shop for your festive party shoes at Ravel
Now you’ve had time to explore our top 5 party shoe picks, why not shop for yours at Ravel? Whether you’re looking for party sandals, flats or heels, we’ve got an extensive selection of styles available in a range of classic and statement colours. Turn heads this party season by choosing your favourite pair today!
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