The Holiday Lifestyle Guide: Christmas in the City

November 6, 2025

Welcome to the holidays in NYC, where to-do lists are long but spirits are high. There are presents to wrap, halls to deck, and parties to prep for. But in the midst of the mayhem, there’s magic—and plenty of chances to outshine the city lights.

Left Image: A woman stands while wearing a dark olive velvet blazer while carrying a gold fringe bag and a collection of mail pieces.
Right Image: A woman and little girl are holding hands. The woman wears a dark olive velvet matching pants set, t-strap heels, and carries a collection of mail pieces. The little girl wears a pink tutu, pink tights, pink ballet slippers, and a white cardigan while carrying a red balloon.
  • Ivory Cashmere Silk Katie Tee
    Tuckernuck
    Ivory Cashmere Silk Katie Tee

    $148

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  • Mauve Metallic Mesh Margot Heels
    Tuckernuck Shoes
    Mauve Metallic Mesh Margot Heels

    $265 $172

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  • Gold Beaded Josephine Mini Bag
    Tuckernuck Accessories
    Gold Beaded Josephine Mini Bag

    $138

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  • High Polish Silver Lydia Bolo Tie Necklace
    Jenny Bird
    High Polish Silver Lydia Bolo Tie Necklace

    $148

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  • Classic and effortless, the Silver Gia Bangle features a smooth, polished surface with a hinge push closure, embodying a fun, high-end style ideal for any occasion.
    Jenny Bird
    Silver Gia Bangle

    $198 $158

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  • A pair of small, round, white pearl stud earrings by Lie Studio is displayed on a simple light grey background.
    Lie Studio
    Silver Simone Earrings

    $290

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  • Silver Dora Bracelet
    Lie Studio
    Silver Dora Bracelet

    $360 $162

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Special Delivery
'Tis the season to elevate your drop-off look. From the post office to ballet class, velvet makes multitasking effortless.
Left Image: A woman and a man stand in a city park. The woman is wearing a red scarf and a black turtleneck. The man has his arm wrapped around the woman while wearing a green sweater.
Right Image: A man and woman walk a dog in a city park. The man is wearing an olive green quilted coat, an olive green sweater, blue pants, and brown boots. The woman is wearing a full-length brown fur coat, a black turtleneck, blue jeans, and snakeskin boots while waring sunglasses and carrying a brown suede bag.
  • Brown Fur Carmella Coat
    Tuckernuck
    Brown Fur Carmella Coat

    $378

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  • Black Arlo Ribbed Turtleneck
    Tuckernuck
    Black Arlo Ribbed Turtleneck

    $128

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  • Overcast High Rise Straight 90's Pinch Waist Long
    AGOLDE
    Overcast High Rise Straight 90's Pinch Waist Long

    $238 $119

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  • A Veronica Beard brown Italian suede bag with a top handle, gold clasp, and removable shoulder strap is shown against a plain, light background.
    Veronica Beard
    Espresso Large Suede Veronica Beard Dash Bag

    $795

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  • Black Cassian Belt with classic oversized gold-tone buckle and keeper, crafted from cowhide leather. Effortless, fun, and high-end accessory for versatile styling.
    B-Low the Belt
    Black Cassian Belt

    $225 $113

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  • Black Work It! Sunglasses
    Le Specs
    Black Work It! Sunglasses

    $85 $68

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  • Sage Hornby Quilted Jacket
    Barbour
    Sage Hornby Quilted Jacket

    $290

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Bundle of joy
Winter is just an excuse for statement outerwear. And in New York, the best looks serve equal parts warmth and drama.
Left Image: A woman wearing a tartan patterned mini dress while holding red and white stripped ribbon.
Right Image: A woman wearing a tartan patterned mini dress, a brown fur scarf, and red heels while carrying a black clutch.
  • Baroque Tartan Bubble Liza Dress
    Tuckernuck
    Baroque Tartan Bubble Liza Dress

    $228

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  • Brown Fur Scarf
    Tuckernuck
    Brown Fur Scarf

    $98

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  • Red Moire Mimi Heels
    Tuckernuck Shoes
    Red Moire Mimi Heels

    $265 $93

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  • Black Satin Gabrielle Clutch
    Tuckernuck Accessories
    Black Satin Gabrielle Clutch

    $98

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  • Gold The Julie Earrings
    Lie Studio
    Gold The Julie Earrings

    $285

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  • The Gold Amanda Bracelet
    Lie Studio
    The Gold Amanda Bracelet

    $370 $278

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Checking it twice
When the invites start streaming in, tartan is your ticket to holiday fun.
Left Image: A woman sits on a city park bridge while wearing a red blouse and black pants.
Right Image: A woman and a little girl stand on a city park bridge. The woman is wearing a black blazer, a red blouse, black pants, and black flats while carrying a wrapped bundle of florals. The little girl is wearing a tartan patterned coat, cream pants, gold t-strap flats, and ear muffs.
  • Red Organza Bouvier Blouse
    Tuckernuck
    Red Organza Bouvier Blouse

    $198 $158

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  • Satin Lapel Emile Blazer
    Tuckernuck
    Satin Lapel Emile Blazer

    $328 $131

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  • Black Silk Faille Nilli Flats with Pom Pom
    Tuckernuck Shoes
    Black Silk Faille Nilli Flats with Pom Pom

    $245 $86

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  • Crystal Pamina Earrings
    Jennifer Behr
    Crystal Pamina Earrings

    $198 $158

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  • Young girl in a classic Blackwatch Velvet Trim Coat, showcasing effortless style with luxurious velvet accents, embodying fun and high-end sophistication.
    Rachel Riley
    Blackwatch Velvet Trim Coat

    $165 $66

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  • Gold Leather T Bar Shoes
    La Coqueta
    Gold Leather T Bar Shoes

    $90 $54

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holly jolly
Nothing says holiday like a pop of red—from a great day-to-night blouse to holly branches all through the house.
Left Image: A little girl stands between a man and a woman while wearing a red and white striped dress with candy cane motifs, red tights, and silver Mary-Jane style shoes while holding a snow globe.
Right Image: A woman stands on a city park bridge wearing a black tassel mini dress, black polka dot tights, and black heels while carrying a black clutch and a red sweater wrapped around her shoulders.
  • Martin Red Cashmere Puff Sleeve Macy Crewneck Sweater
    Tuckernuck
    Martin Red Cashmere Puff Sleeve Macy Crewneck Sweater

    $228 $114

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  • Black Control Dots Tights
    Wolford
    Black Control Dots Tights

    $75

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  • Black Velvet Clutch
    Caterina Bertini
    Black Velvet Clutch

    $150

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  • Black Valentina Pump
    Cult Gaia
    Black Valentina Pump

    $498 $224

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  • The Gold Elisa Necklace
    Lie Studio
    The Gold Elisa Necklace

    $550

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  • Gold The Sonya Earrings
    Lie Studio
    Gold The Sonya Earrings

    $240

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  • Candy Cane Stripe Smocked Dress
    Rachel Riley
    Candy Cane Stripe Smocked Dress

    $145 $73

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  • Silver Leather Girl Mary Jane Shoes
    La Coqueta
    Silver Leather Girl Mary Jane Shoes

    $99

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Tea for three
When the plans call for polish, channel Eloise-all-grown-up vibes in an LBD with a festive finish.
Left Image: A woman sits on the hood of a yellow city cab while wearing a white button down, a red dupioni midi skirt, and black heels.
Right Image: A woman stands next to a yellow city cab while wearing a white button down, a red dupioni midi skirt, and black heels while carrying a black clutch.
  • Red Dupioni Kendall Skirt
    Tuckernuck
    Red Dupioni Kendall Skirt

    $248

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  • Black Velvet Clutch
    Caterina Bertini
    Black Velvet Clutch

    $150

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  • Shiny Gold and Dark Silver Lush Link Bracelet
    Roxanne Assoulin
    Shiny Gold and Dark Silver Lush Link Bracelet

    $95

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  • Crystal Pamina Earrings
    Jennifer Behr
    Crystal Pamina Earrings

    $198 $158

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present company
A tailored shirt and a circle skirt—party-ready in a New York minute.
Left Image: A man and a woman sit at a diner counter. The man is wearing a grey sweater, blue jeans, and brown boots. The woman is wearing a blue satin bow top, blue jeans, and brown velvet heels.
Right Image: A woman wearing a blue satin bow top, blue jeans, and brown velvet heels while holding a gold fringe purse.
  • Dark Brown Velvet Loretta Heels
    Loeffler Randall
    Dark Brown Velvet Loretta Heels

    $450

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  • Gold Beaded Josephine Mini Bag
    Tuckernuck Accessories
    Gold Beaded Josephine Mini Bag

    $138

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  • Celadon Verona Earrings
    Cult Gaia
    Celadon Verona Earrings

    $228 $139

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ice ice baby
Ice blue is the shade of the season—paired with lived-in denim for a diner date.
Left Image: A stack of fair isle patterned cardigans on a city park bench.
Right Image: A woman holding a dog while wearing a fair isle cardigan and black leather pants.
  • Ivory Cashmere Silk Katie Tee
    Tuckernuck
    Ivory Cashmere Silk Katie Tee

    $148

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  • Tmoro Stretch Suede Chloe Boots
    Loeffler Randall
    Tmoro Stretch Suede Chloe Boots

    $495

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All is Fair
Go casual-cool in Fair Isle and leather for festive get-togethers like gift swaps and cookie decorating.
Left Image: A man and a woman stand on a ferry. The woman is wearing a black velvet midi dress with embellished shoulder bows. The man is wearing a black suit with a black bow tie.
Right Image: A woman stands on a ferry wearing a black velvet midi dress with embellished shoulder bows and black t-strap heels.
  • Matte Brass Lisse Clutch
    Cult Gaia
    Matte Brass Lisse Clutch

    $398

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  • Black Grosgrain Margot Heels
    Tuckernuck Shoes
    Black Grosgrain Margot Heels

    $245

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Ferry & Bright
Only in NYC does the commute rival the destination—and the dress outshine the skyline.