Despite almost every single Christmas anthem telling us the exact opposite, our hot, summer festive season calls for comfortable attire that can take us from under the mistletoe to our yuletide revelries in an instant.
This already stressful time is only heightened by the looming choice of what to wear when reuniting with relevatives, and more importantly, posing for festive family photos you just know your aunt will tag you in on Facebook for all to see.
Rather than leaving this decision until the morning of (determining what outfit is best between unwrapping presents and popping Christmas crackers is so outdated), we’ve taken it into our own hands to round up the very best Christmas day dresses to pop straight to the top of your gifting wish list.
What Outfit To Wear On Christmas Day In Australia
Christmas looks a little different to our favourite Hallmark films, and there is a rigorous criteria to meet to ensure your Christmas day dress not only makes you feel your best, but also sees you through the extremely busy (and often hot) day.
Many Christmas traditions are rooted in indulging oneselves, whilst also balancing time with extended family and friends, so we’re wisely opting for loose, lightweight dresses that will lift the spirits of even the grinchiest Scrooges amongst us.
What Is The Dress Code For Christmas Day?
Of course, each family’s Christmas day dress code is going to be a little different depending on the agenda, but we like to stick to guide of smart casual. In the realm of Christmas day dresses, this comes in the form of lightweight cottons, casual linens and free-flowing silhouettes, whether they be minis, midis or maxis.
Christmas Day Dresses To Shop In 2024
If, like us, you’re feeling inspired to start your Christmas Day dress shopping, then keep reading below for our marie claire approved edit of dresses you’ll be dying to unwrap.
Evalita Midi Dress
$420 at SIR
Shirred Cotton Dress
$395(NZD) at Wynn Hamlyn
The Elica Dress
$1945 at Jacquemus
Poppy Beaded Dress
$600 at Scanlan Theodore
Alemais Fiesta Bodice Dress
$590 at The Iconic
Ellie Dress
$650 at Anna Quan
Aere Linen Maxi
$160 at The Iconic
Roame Alba Dress
$340 at The Iconic