Best Christmas dress

Look your best during the holidays with the perfect Christmas dress. From classics to new styles, these are our picks.

A man and a woman embrace in front of a Christmas tree.
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Half of the fun of going home for the holidays is putting on something that looks extra lovely. If you're on the hunt for the perfect Christmas dress, have no fear! From classic styles to new looks that will turn your partner's head, we have some excellent options for you here! 

Best overall

A red vintage style dress.

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BBonline a line dress

A classic red dress

When picking a dress for Christmas, you don't always want a print. There is something to be said for a classic look, and this red A-line dress from BBonline is the perfect pick. You can snag it in red, or a variety of other colours and it comes in sizes from XS to 5XL! It features cotton construction, a circle flared skirt, and is knee length! The listing also includes a detailed size chart to help ensure you pick the right size when ordering!

Runner up

A blue cocktail dress with reindeer holding presents on it.

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ihot women's classic 1950s dress

Perfectly patterned

If you prefer a pattern over a solid coloured dress, there aren't always tons of options. The iHot Women's Classic 1950s dress delivers an option with several different holiday-themed designs for you to choose between! Our favourite is this blue pick with reindeer, but there are also Santas, snowmen and more to pick from. This dress is a classic 1950s cocktail dress, and comes in sizes from small to 3XL! If you're worried about sizing, there is also a detailed chart to help you find the perfect fit!

Best value

A plaid red and white jumper dress on a blonde model.

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Blooming jelly ladies plaid dress

Pick in plaid

The holidays can become expensive quite quickly, but looking good when you go home to visit the family doesn't have to. The Blooming Jelly Ladies Plaid Dress delivers an excellent option that can easily be worn at both casual and dressier affairs. It features a plaid pattern available in either red and black or white and black and can easily pair with leggings during cold snaps! This pick is available in sizes from 10-16, and a detailed sizing chart for measurements is available with the listing.

Best retro

A black retro dress with Christmas designs on it.

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Oten women's vintage dress

Celebrate in style

If you love retro and vintage style, then you're in luck! There are tons of excellent dresses perfect for Christmas in throwback styles, and the options from Oten are an ideal example. They have a variety of patterns from Santa Claus to reindeer and snowmen, and plenty more in between! These dresses come in sizes from small to 3XL, and even come in solid colours if you'd prefer!

Bottom line

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The holidays are a perfect time to dress up and look lovely while celebrating with friends and family. While there are plenty of jaw-dropping dresses to choose from, our favourite is the BBonline A-Line Dress. It has a gorgeous classic A-Line look, comes in several different colours, and is available in a broad range of sizes! 

Staff Writer

By day, Jen is a writer for multiple Future Publishing brands, with over seven years of experience writing, and editing about everything from video games to kitchen gadgets. When not writing for Future, Jen is the author of Fantasy & Horror novels, and spends most of her time reading, hanging out with her dog Fionn, and trying to decide which book to read next.