One blazer, three kinds of invitation, and every outfit priced in full, head to toe.
Last updated: October 2026
For men working out what to wear to a holiday party, the dependable answer is a blazer, a collared shirt or fine knit, pressed trousers and proper shoes; at Grant & Pierce each full outfit below costs $224.96 to $304.96.
In this article
- Which outfit fits which party?
- What to wear to an office holiday party
- What to wear to a holiday dinner party
- What to wear to a casual house party
- Which coat goes over a blazer?
- FAQ
What should men wear to a holiday party?
Knowing what to wear to a holiday party comes down to the invitation, and three outfits cover most: the house party at $224.96, the office party at $235.96 and the dinner party at $304.96.
| Party | Blazer or sport coat | Shirt or going out top | Dress pants | Shoes | Outfit total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Office party |
 Stanton Notch Lapel Blazer$62.99 |
 Contrast Collar Button-Down Shirt$49.99 |
 Straight-Leg Dress Pants$49.99 |
 Kendrick Croc-Textured Brogue Oxfords$72.99 |
$235.96 |
| Dinner party |
 Textured Sport Coat$79.99 |
 Alcott Thermal Quarter-Zip Sweater$69.99 |
 Vance Wool-Blend Gurkha Trousers$64.99 |
 Halsey Metal Bar Loafers$89.99 |
$304.96 |
| House party |
 Unstructured Patch Pocket Blazer$59.99 |
 Mandarin Collar Frog Button Shirt$39.99 |
Straight-Leg Dress Pants $49.99 |
 Wyatt Lace-Up Chukka Boots$74.99 |
$224.96 |
What should I wear to an office holiday party?
Wear the Stanton blazer ($62.99) over the contrast collar button-down ($49.99), with straight-leg dress pants ($49.99) and oxford brogues ($72.99), $235.96 in all.
The 
Stanton Notch Lapel Blazer is fully lined in a structured woven fabric, with flap pockets at the hips, in eight colours and sizes S to 5XL. Under it, the 
Contrast Collar Button-Down Shirt has a button-down collar lined in a second shade, with the same trim at the cuffs, in five colours and sizes S to 2XL.
The 
Straight-Leg Dress Pants keep a flat front and a center crease down each leg, sizes S to 3XL with a published waist of 82 to 116 cm. Finish with the 
Kendrick Croc-Textured Brogue Oxfords: cowhide leather, croc-inspired embossing and a padded footbed, in US 5 to 14 with half sizes.
Fully lined, structured woven fabric, eight colours and sizes S to 5XL, so it covers the office party and the dinner after it.
What should men wear to a holiday dinner party?
Swap the shirt for a knit: the textured sport coat ($79.99), a thermal quarter-zip ($69.99), Gurkha trousers ($64.99) and loafers ($89.99) come to $304.96.
The 
Textured Sport Coat has notch lapels, side flap pockets and a textured weave, in three colours and sizes S to 5XL. The 
Alcott Thermal Quarter-Zip Sweater is a brushed cotton-blend knit with raglan sleeves, slim enough to sit under a jacket, in five colours and sizes S to 2XL.
The 
Vance Wool-Blend Gurkha Trousers are a herringbone flannel wool blend with a high waist, an adjustable Gurkha waistband and turn-up cuffs, in waist sizes 29 to 42. The 
Halsey Metal Bar Loafers slip on with a slim metal bar across the vamp and a vegan leather upper, in seven sizes from US 6.5 to US 11.
What do you wear to a casual holiday party?
Keep a blazer but loosen the rest: the unstructured blazer ($59.99), a mandarin collar shirt ($39.99), the same dress pants ($49.99) and chukka boots ($74.99) total $224.96.
The 
Unstructured Patch Pocket Blazer has a three-button front and patch pockets, sizes S to 3XL. The 
Mandarin Collar Frog Button Shirt is the going out top here: a stand collar and knotted frog buttons, worn without a tie, in five colours and sizes S to 3XL. Choose the dress pants in light gray this time, and add the 
Wyatt Lace-Up Chukka Boots, ankle height with an almond toe, in US 7 to 14 with half sizes.
Which coat goes over a blazer?
A mid-length coat covers a blazer: the 
Ogilvie Mid-Length Coat ($64.99) has a quilted lining, a removable zip-up inner collar and a tailored slim cut, in four colours and sizes S to 3XL.
Choosing a blazer? Read how a men's blazer should fit. Buying a gift? See the Grant & Pierce gift guide by budget.
FAQ
What should men wear to a holiday party in 2026?
A blazer, a collared shirt or fine knit, pressed dress pants and proper shoes. At Grant & Pierce the three complete outfits in this guide cost $224.96, $235.96 and $304.96.
Do I need a tie for a holiday party?
Rarely, unless the invitation says formal. A button-down or mandarin collar looks finished worn open at the neck.
Are oxford brogues too formal for a casual party?
No. The Kendrick oxford brogues are cowhide leather with a croc-textured finish that suits tailoring and smart casual alike.
What size blazer should I buy for a holiday party?
Your usual size for a tailored line; the Stanton listing advises one size up for a more relaxed fit. It runs S to 5XL.
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