The holidays are approaching. Do you know which fashion trends are popular this season?

In Hollywood and other entertainment circles, there is a master list of stylists with well-known names on it like Alex Longmore, Leslie Fremar, Rachel Zoe, and Petra Flannery. These fashion experts know what works, not only for celebrities at red carpet events but for us at snazzy holiday parties from the dresses to the jewellery to the accessories.

Famous Stylists Detail Christmas Fashion Trends

UK celebrity stylist Alex Longmire says she prefers to dress minimally in the winter but that it’s wise to splurge on a party dress or other outfit for the holidays. In addition to your party dress, she suggests filling your wardrobe with staples that will work all season long. Some of her favorites include a Helen Moore Faux Fur multi-colored scarf and high-quality black leather boots by Harvey Nichols.

Both Longmire and another celebrity stylist Leslie Fremar really like Stella McCartney’s designs. Longmire loves the red handbags with the pop of gold stars while Fremar appreciates McCartney’s red blazers which fit well and would look flattering over a simple black cocktail dress.

Fashion stylist Cher Coulter believes you need to find your own style, that trends may change, but your personal taste remains. Some of her favorites include pairing an animal print sweater with a flirty skirt and a pair of black leather boots, while finishing the look with a thin gold choker and a fiery red lipstick.

Celebrity and fashion stylist Rachel Zoe offers several holiday fashion tips from holiday parties and nights on the town to a weekend skiing at the cabin. For a date night on the town or a fancy holiday party, she suggests a black sequined mini-dress that shows your curves and suede black pumps. With the sequined dress, you don’t need a ton of jewellery so opt for diamond drop earrings. To show them off, style your hair in a French twist and add a coordinating headband. In addition, she recommends some of her favourite shimmering nail polish, including a gold shimmer nail polish by Bobbi Brown and a red nail Lacquer by Butter London.

If you’re heading for a skiing holiday, Zoe suggesting wearing a Fair Isle sweater, which is not only fashionable but will keep you warm on the slopes? Compliment your style with a traditional pom-pom beanie style winter hat, which will look trendy both on and off the slopes.

Other Christmas Fashion Trends and Tips

While famous stylists have weighed in, these are some more general tips for choosing your Christmas attire for this year:

• Choose black or midnight blue gowns if you’re wearing sequins, as they provide shine and elongate you.
• Wear a long beaded black dress, which is dressy enough for the theatre or comfortable enough for family parties.
• Consider wearing a nude or champagne colored slip dress at a formal gathering and you’ll turn heads the minute the champagne cork is popped.
• Choose a dressy top like a wool sweater or a colorful draped long-sleeve top and pair it with your best dress pants.
• Dress up any outfit with stunning accessories like red velvet heels, a diamond studded star-shaped purse, or Art-Deco chandelier earrings.

No matter what you decide to wear this holiday season, remember that trends do change, and even the famous stylists prefer keeping their looks simple. So it’s up to you if you want to don a million accessories or wear an actual formal dress or if you’d be more comfortable in a warm knit jumper, warming yourself near the fireplace.

1. Scarves

During the chilly winter months, nothing tops off a look better than a cozy scarf. If your outfit is rather plain or neutral, then add a pop of color with a bright scarf. You can also play with different materials and patterns. Faux fur is very fashionable right now. For those that prefer knits, however, chunky infinity scarves are also very popular. In terms of patterns, try a bright graphic print for a fun and trendy look.

2. Slippers

In terms of at-home fashion, nothing is more important than a pair of warm slippers. So combine fashion and function with some cool animal slippers. A silly pair of seals or bunnies will be sure to make you smile each morning when you slip them on. Slipper boots are also a very popular style. These sock-like slippers extend up the ankle, typically to midcalf. This means that they are sure to keep each of your feet extra toasty.

3. Hats

This is another fashion that is both practical for cold weather and a fun fashion statement. Bow ear cuffs are very popular and a great way to keep your ears warm without having to sacrifice your hair. Animal-inspired hats are also on trend, however. So whether you like owls or pandas, you can pick up a beanie complete with little perked up ears.

4. Sweaters

Nothing feels better during the Christmas season than to cuddle up in a big cozy sweater. Luckily, during this season you can feel free to play with different colors and patterns. Large graphics, such as a heart or reindeer, are actually back in trend. So throw on an oversized sweater and neutral pair of leggings for an instantly fashionable outfit.

These are some fun fashions for winter. Each of these ideas combines fashion with functionality to help you stay warm while still looking trendy. During the Christmas season, graphic sweaters can be both fashionable and festive. When relaxing at home, however, you can stay in style with some cool slippers. Finally, remember that even when you are bundled up in your warm winter coat, you can add pops of color with a stylish winter hat and colorful scarf.