The festive season is upon us, and there’s nothing I love more than rising to the occasion with party-ready styles. This year, I’m honing in on evening bags and shoes—two items that have the power to transform an outfit. These accessories will elevate a party look, thanks to their details, whether it’s an opulent pouch bag or beautiful beaded pumps. The right bag and shoes will amp up a simple LBD or satin separates and make them fête ready and fashion-forward. In short, having a great evening bag or pair of party shoes on hand can take away the stress of holiday-party dressing.
Below, I’m sharing the chicest party bags and shoes that you can rely on to add a glamorous and festive touch to your look this party season, no matter what’s on your calendar—office parties, house parties, charity galas, etc. You can thank me later for all the compliments you’ll receive!
Evening Bags
Tuckernuck
Plum Satin Gabrielle Clutch
Le Sundial
Silk Velvet Bag
Liffner
Tassel Clutch Brown Velvet
Elegant and sophisticated, I love the luxe mix of brown velvet and black satin here.
Tuckernuck
Peridot Beaded Josphine Mini Bag
I just got this, and it’s even better in person. It will make your outfit.
Simple yet stunning, a satin bag always looks classy.
Liffner
Pushlock Clutch Plum Suede
Lean into this season’s biggest color trend.
MARIA LA ROSA
Charmed Pouch
Maria La Rosa has me charmed!
LIFFNER
Charm Satin Pouch
A satin pouch bag in gorgeous chartreuse—talk about fashion-forward.
Reformation
Solene Wristlet
HUNTING SEASON
The Lola Drawstring Tasseled Cord-Trimmed Satin Bucket Bag
Hunting Season make the most beautiful bags.
Reformation
Molly Maude Clutch
A purple satin clutch will amp up your party look.
ASOS DESIGN
Burnt Out Velvet Pouch in Velvet Mustard
SimonMiller
Tassel Evening Knotty Bag in Moss Green
This color! This silhouette!
Stuff by Marlene
Sand Color Satin Brocade Evening Bag
One of my favorite under-$50 Etsy finds.
The Veil
Melt Bag in Silver
Expect plenty of compliments.
STAUD
Eve Convertible Satin Clutch
You’ll wear this well beyond the festive season.
Party Shoes
Reformation
Wyler Heeled Mule
I’m obsessed with faux fur–trimmed heels. I also love these.
Aquazzura
Ce Soir 75 Mule
Loeffler Randall
Black Satin Crystal Alexandra Heels
It’s not the holidays without a little sparkle.
ZARA
Metallic Heeled Sandals With Bow
A pair that will go with everything.
ZARA
Beaded Slingback Heels Limited Edition
Add these to your cart before they’re gone.
Prada
Embroidered Satin Slingback Pumps
Reformation
Yoanna Flat Mule
If you’re opting for flats, they don’t get more fun than these.
DOLCE VITA
Camla Velvet Heels Bordeaux Velvet
A beautiful beaded velvet pair.
H&M
Embellished Heeled Mules
Sam Edelman
Finchfeather Slingback Pump
Playful feathers for the winter.
Reformation
Nash Heeled Sandal
Swap your black sandals for this sleek purple satin pair.
MANGO
Velvet Heel Sandals
A gorgeous under-$100 find.
Reformation
Wyler Heeled Mule
Herbert Levine
Sleep on It
ITK fashion people are all about Herbert Levine.
Jude
Kiss Pump in Magenta Satin
Purple satin pumps will add a trend-forward touch to your look.
Reformation
Clementine Heeled Mule Sandal
Add a sophisticated touch to your holiday-party outfit.
Bernadette
Classic Polka Embroidered Satin Pump