If it’s the fifth year in a row you’re staring at a fridge full of holiday event invitations (friends, family, office, repeat), it’s a safe bet you’re in some need of a closet revamp—or at least some sartorial inspiration.
But beyond an upgraded party look—which, don’t worry, is covered below—the quickest way to perk up your style is actually through scent. From evergreen candles to fresh-baked cookies, the holidays are a totally evocative aromatic experience, so why not experiment with your own fragrance, too?
CLEAN Reserve—the luxuriously blended fragrances that contain sustainable, give-back ingredients—makes that an easy proposition. Because everything from the bottle itself to the packaging it comes in is created with sustainability in mind, you’ll be supporting the environment—and spreading feel-good vibes—with every spritz.
Scroll down for inspo on clean fragrances to wear for every holiday party—plus shop the curated looks.
For the office cocktail party…
At the one function of the year when you get to see your co-workers in a dressed-up version of your usual workday uniform (or, if you work at Well+Good, not in leggings), you want to go for something statement-making yet sophisticated. Opt for a knee-length dress and printed mules that say I’m professional and fun.
To match your classy vibes, spritz on CLEAN Reserve’s Acqua Neroli. This illuminating scent blends sustainably sourced mandarin and fresh neroli, with notes of creamy sandalwood that linger on your skin. Pull together the floral-inspired look with tortoiseshell flower earrings. Ready, set, network.
SHOP HOLIDAY PARTY ESSENTIALS
Pleated Flare Sleeve Sweater Dress $139
CLEAN Reserve Acqua Neroli $95
Baublebar Mini Amariella Flower Stud Resin Earrings $34
Rebecca Minkoff Gabien Leopard Print Genuine Calf Hair Mule $178
For your BFF’s holiday bash…
At your friend’s holiday soirée, you can kick back and show off your OOO style a bit more. And since that likely involves athleisure, glittery sneakers and a swishy skirt are an upgraded combo that are still comfy enough to survive through Friendsgiving potluck.
On the fragrance front, you’ll want an unexpected, luxurious touch like CLEAN Reserve Avant Garden Nude Santal & Heliotrope. Fresh citrus and velvety heliotrope intertwine with barely-there woody notes, and rich, sustainable Madagascar vanilla tops it off for a fragrance that’s equal parts effortless and intimate.
SHOP HOLIDAY PARTY ESSENTIALS
Metallic Pleat Midi Skirt $79
CLEAN Reserve Avant Garden Nude Santal & Heliotrope Eau de Parfum $150
Free People Princess Sweater $108
Keds x Kate Spade New York Champion Glitter $85
For your annual family gathering…
When your extended fam is in town, you’ll want an outfit that doesn’t come off like you’re trying too hard (you are among family, after all), but still looks appropriately festive for the occasion. A draped, velvet dress checks all those boxes, while gold accessories add some glitz.
To complete the look, go with CLEAN Reserve Warm Cotton, which blends fresh translucent florals with creamy sustainable benzoin (reminiscent of smooth vanilla) to evoke the feeling of ultimate coziness. Basically, it’s hygge in a bottle.
SHOP HOLIDAY PARTY ESSENTIALS
Madewell Balloon Sleeve Velvet Dress $78
CLEAN Reserve Warm Cotton $95
Satin Scrunchie With Bow $20
Capri Mule $120
In partnership with CLEAN Beauty Collective
Top photo: Stocksy/Lumina
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