Zara
Oct 28, 2023

Zara's New Arrivals Just Eliminated Any Need for Further Holiday-Outfit Shopping

by Eliza Huber

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Zara; PICTURED: Zara Shoulder Pad Velvet Dress ($50)

The holidays, as filled with joy and celebration as they are, can also be majorly stressful. There are presents to buy, people to see, parties to attend, and, of course, outfits to pick out. So many outfits. And while we all wish that the perfect velvet top or off-the-shoulder LBD could just magically appear in our closets right before we have to head out the door for the first event of the season, that isn't exactly how it works in anyone other than Cher Horowitz's closet. Damn.

That's kind of where I come in. Well, Zara and I. After scrolling through the brand's latest drop, it dawned on me just how perfect so many of the pieces were for the various holiday events we'll all be invited to attend in the coming two months or so. So to help curb the stress of the forthcoming holiday season, I copied a few of the most appropriate (and chic!) items from Zara's new-arrivals page and pasted them below. It's as close to the Clueless closet as I could get. Scroll down to see how I did.

Zara Double-Breasted Wool-Blend Coat

Double-Breasted Wool-Blend Coat

The pointy shoulders automatically made me think of Saint Laurent.

Zara Satin Slip Dress

Satin Slip Dress

This slip can easily be dressed way up or way down.

Zara Cylindrical Mini Duffle Bag

Cylindrical Mini Duffle Bag

If you're in need of a simple handbag that works for day and night, this is my pick.

Zara Velvet ZW Jacket

Velvet ZW Jacket

You're coming home with me.

Zara Extra Soft 100% Wool Bodysuit

Extra Soft 100% Wool Bodysuit

Wear this tucked into jeans, skirts, trousers, and more. No matter what you wear it with, it'll look good.

Zara Shoulder Pad Knit Dress

Shoulder Pad Knit Dress

An LBD will always be a good idea, especially during the holidays.

Zara Twisted Earrings

Twisted Earrings

Adding a good pair of earrings will make any outfit 10 times better. Period.

Zara Silhouette Print Dress

Silhouette Print Dress

This is the kind of dress that will make everyone who sees you in it wish they bought it first.

Zara Draped V-Neck Top

Draped V-Neck Top

Both halter tops and red are trending right now. Check off both trends for under $100 with this draped top.

Zara Metal Plate Leather Shoulder Bag

Metal Plate Leather Shoulder Bag

Who needs a designer bag when you have this one (that also comes in white)?

Zara Faux Fur Trim Leather Gloves

Faux Fur Trim Leather Gloves

These are so adorably retro. I can't stand it.

Zara Degrade Sequin Dress

Degrade Sequin Dress

Sequins during the holidays? Groundbreaking.

Zara Shoulder Pad Velvet Dress

Shoulder Pad Velvet Dress

The shoulder pads really do it for me.

Zara Suede Duffle Bag

Suede Duffle Bag

It is the color of the season, after all.

Zara Off-the-Shoulder Knit Top

Off-the-Shoulder Knit Top

If off-the-shoulder tops are good enough for Meghan Markle, they're certainly good enough for me.

Zara Slit Midi Dress

Slit Midi Dress

I'm all for the high-neck look. It's just so elegant.

Zara Beaded Shoulder Bag

Beaded Shoulder Bag

A fun bag will make any outfit.

Zara Asymmetric Midi Dress

Asymmetric Midi Dress

Even a stressful holiday dinner won't be able to make you feel less than 100 if you're wearing this dress.