Breadcrumbs [Home](/index%2Ephp/) > [How To Dress For Party Season](/index%2Ephp/markdownify/node/3284) ![How To Dress For Party Season](https://media.slman.com/QIdcoVg26f-FSCyuMbpFiwQyFBw=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F12%2Fslman-site-assets-041224-zach-shoot-thumb.jpg) Photography: Lily Bertrand-Webb [Fashion](/index%2Ephp/style/fashion) / 04 December 2024 # How To Dress For Party Season The party season calls for sharp blazers, tailored trousers and smart shoes – but no one wants to see you looking like you’ve come straight from the office. Our guest editor Zach Weiss rounded up four well-dressed men to show us how to style up for festive fun. Photography: Lily Bertrand-Webb All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however we may make commission on some products. [ ![](https://media.slman.com/DQLlh-6KbJyncXOZa01Fn1GaOP8=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F12%2Fsl-man-editorial-zach-shoot-main-1-v2.jpg) ](https://www.newandlingwood.com/paisley-lined-dressing-gown-4022839-999) Zach Weiss: [Tailored Fit Garment Dyed Oxford Shirt, £100 | Hackett](https://www.hackett.com/gb/tailored-fit-garment-dyed-oxord-shirt-HM3010028802M.html); [Silk Satin Classic Sized Self-Tie Bow Tie, £65 | New & Lingwood](https://www.newandlingwood.com/mens-accessories/mens-bow-ties/silk-satin-classic-sized-self-tie-bow-tie); [Havana Glasses, £380 | Cutler & Gross](https://pretavoir.co.uk/products/cutler-and-gross-1394-06-honey-turtle-havana); [Moscardino Paisley Lined Dressing Gown, £2,750 | New & Lingwood](https://www.newandlingwood.com/paisley-lined-dressing-gown-4022839-999) Living in New York, I love walking around and seeing the older generations wearing something that has stood the test of time. I try to borrow from their playbook when I can. My favourite pieces in my events wardrobe are my silk robes from New & Lingwood. I wear them as often as I can. Zach Weiss, guest editor [ ![](https://media.slman.com/WrP0Z2iu52rekz3cEeA-iJNyZjE=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F12%2Fsl-man-editorial-zach-shoot-main-2.jpg) ](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=39528&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paulsmith.com%2Fuk%2Fmen-s-tailored-fit-white-cotton-signature-stripe-cuff-shirt&LSNSUBSITE=LSNSUBSITE) Lucas Nicholson: [Tailored-Fit White Cotton 'Signature Stripe' Cuff Shirt, £200 | Paul Smith](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=39528&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paulsmith.com%2Fuk%2Fmen-s-tailored-fit-white-cotton-signature-stripe-cuff-shirt&LSNSUBSITE=LSNSUBSITE); [The Soho Blazer, £750 | Paul Smith](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=39528&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paulsmith.com%2Fuk%2Fthe-soho-tailored-fit-navy-velvet-blazer&LSNSUBSITE=LSNSUBSITE); [Black Watch Single Pleat Trousers, £395 | New & Lingwood](https://www.newandlingwood.com/blackwatch-tartan-trousers-1322954-758) [ ![](https://media.slman.com/tS2l7kFa4S-ncx4pQihnRSzUIl4=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F12%2Fsl-man-editorial-zach-shoot-main-3.jpg) ](https://selfridges.prf.hn/click/camref:1100loTp9/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.selfridges.com%2FGB%2Fen%2Fproduct%2Fboss-contrast-lapel-slim-fit-velvet-tuxedo-jacket_R04285408%2F%23colour%3DOPEN%2520GREEN) James Darch: [Contrast-Lapel Slim-Fit Velvet Tuxedo Jacket, £489 | Hugo Boss](https://selfridges.prf.hn/click/camref:1100loTp9/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.selfridges.com%2FGB%2Fen%2Fproduct%2Fboss-contrast-lapel-slim-fit-velvet-tuxedo-jacket_R04285408%2F%23colour%3DOPEN%2520GREEN); [Drawstring Corduroy Trousers, £133 (were £190) | Oliver Spencer](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=41662&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.libertylondon.com%2Fuk%2Fdrawstring-corduroy-trousers-R607340006.html); [Tamarak Leather Lace-Up Oxfords, £745 | Manolo Blahnik](https://www.manoloblahnik.com/gb/tamarak-81887.html) Festive dressing for me is all about trying to add an occasional bit of sparkle – you’ve got to be quite brave sometimes. My favourite piece for this is a Hugo Boss jacket. It only comes out of my closet at Christmas. James Darch, Actor [ ![](https://media.slman.com/AOTxFGArT7OtgF6-FBzQi2k__e8=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F12%2Fsl-man-editorial-zach-shoot-main-4-v2.jpg) ](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=39528&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paulsmith.com%2Fuk%2Fmen-s-tailored-fit-white-cotton-signature-stripe-cuff-shirt&LSNSUBSITE=LSNSUBSITE) Lucas Nicholson My style at this time of year is a mix of heavy, cosy knits and corduroys with party tuxedos – in fact, I think the ultimate holiday dresser has got to be Kevin McCallister’s dad. My favourite piece in my wardrobe is a vintage 90s Armani tuxedo. A velvet blazer in dark blue is perfect for an evening – it catches the light and makes you feel dressed up. Lucas Nicholson, Founder of Novel Mart [ ![](https://media.slman.com/zaKNFF2a5wwSpgGH2sSh4bEoWy0=/1920x0/smart/filters:no_upscale()/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F12%2Fsl-man-editorial-zach-shoot-main-5-v2.png) ](https://www.newandlingwood.com/paisley-lined-dressing-gown-4022839-999) Lucas Nicholson; Zach Weiss; James Darch; Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake Festive season is all about being cosy and comfortable, but for events I like a bit of a colour pop. The best thing I’ve ever worn was the suit for my sister's wedding. It was custom made and double breasted in a pastel-green shade. I threw it off with a blue and pink tie. Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake, Olympic athlete [ ![](https://media.slman.com/lnyg-Lt2u8ZRgUs678_djyXUINQ=/1920x0/smart/filters:no_upscale()/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F12%2Fsl-man-editorial-zach-shoot-main-6.jpg) ](https://www.newandlingwood.com/paisley-lined-dressing-gown-4022839-999) Zach Weiss; Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake [ ![](https://media.slman.com/Z0scUmCdyoE5HYPO_LElHots-3s=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F12%2Fsl-man-editorial-zach-shoot-main-7.jpg) ](https://johnstonsofelgin.com/products/dark-navy-cable-turtle-neck-jumper) Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake: [Cable Turtle Neck Jumper, £1,100 | Johnstons Of Elgin](https://johnstonsofelgin.com/products/dark-navy-cable-turtle-neck-jumper); ['Mike' Pants, £117 (were £202) | Séfr](https://www.baltini.com/en-gb/products/sefr-mike-pants?); [Easy Weejuns Penny Loafers, £150 | G.H. Bass](https://www.ghbass-eu.com/products/easy-weejuns-penny-loafers-wine-leather) [ ![](https://media.slman.com/q9j3S0gmzJ9NbDiboNKTNo1D5T4=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F12%2Fsl-man-editorial-zach-shoot-main-8.jpg) ](https://www.newandlingwood.com/red-blue-peacock-unlined-silk-dressing-gown) Zach Weiss: [Brook Cotton Shirt, £77 (was £110) | Oliver Spencer](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=41662&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.libertylondon.com%2Fuk%2Fbrook-cotton-shirt-R607305006.html); [Black 'Shadow Stripe' Self-Tie Bow Tie, £77 (was £110) | Paul Smith](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=39528&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paulsmith.com%2Fuk%2Fblack-shadow-stripe-bow-tie&LSNSUBSITE=LSNSUBSITE); [Red & Blue Peacock Unlined Silk Dressing Gown, £1,295 | New & Lingwood](https://www.newandlingwood.com/red-blue-peacock-unlined-silk-dressing-gown); [Mario Velvet Loafers, £675 | Manolo Blahnik](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=35663&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mytheresa.com%2Fgb%2Fen%2Fmen%2Fmanolo-blahnik-mario-velvet-loafers-black-p00831264) I draw my inspiration for this time of year from the old Hollywood stars, such as Cary Grant and David Niven. The best look I’ve ever worn for party season is a Ralph Lauren suit I wore a few years ago. It was a silk dressing gown over a pair of white trousers. Oli Lacey, Model [ ![](https://media.slman.com/706V_S4Snw3GUo_ZYUZ5FPGAnU0=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F12%2Fsl-man-editorial-zach-shoot-main-9.jpg) ](https://www.newandlingwood.com/mens-clothes/lambswool-cable-crew-neck-1522947-150) Oli Lacey: [Cream Cable Knit Crew Neck Jumper, £245 | New & Lingwood](https://www.newandlingwood.com/mens-clothes/lambswool-cable-crew-neck-1522947-150); [Cotton Velvet Blazer, £858 (was £1,430) | Rubinacci](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=35663&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mytheresa.com%2Fgb%2Fen%2Fmen%2Frubinacci-cotton-blazer-burgundy-p00950222); [Morton Pleated Trousers, £210 | Oliver Spencer](https://oliverspencer.co.uk/products/morton-pleated-trousers-granville-navy) [ ![](https://media.slman.com/2v2mlkqYRiMvExwkS7V5fCqnuqw=/1920x0/smart/filters:no_upscale()/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F12%2Fsl-man-editorial-zach-shoot-main-10-v3.png) ](https://johnstonsofelgin.com/products/dark-navy-cable-turtle-neck-jumper) Oli Lacey; Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake Photographer: Lily Bertrand-Webb Location: [The Connaught's Red Room](https://www.the-connaught.co.uk/restaurants-bars/red-room/) All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however we may make commission on some products. 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