Leave the Cooking to Someone Else—Serve These Thanksgiving Looks Instead

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What do I love most about Thanksgiving? Let me think…food, family, football, fashion—no, that wasn’t a slip of my keyboard. Fashion! While some might disagree, I like to think every day as my runway, and the feast-filled holiday is no exception. With that spirit in mind, I pulled together a shoppable mood board of the best Thanksgiving outfits.

Who says the holiday has to be reduced to frumpy sweaters and tired colors? Below, you’ll find a bit of everything: gorgeous suede bags, elevated knitwear, trending colors and prints, unexpected accessories, and tons of inspiration to create the perfect fall ensemble. In my opinion, if you have to argue about politics, answer questions about your love life (or lack thereof), or bump into an ex in your hometown, you might as well look fabulous while doing so. Ahead, see everything I’ll be wearing this November.


Trendy Fringe

milan, italy september 20 leonie hanne wears white dress with tassels, beige trench coat, black boots, sunglasses and brown bag outside tod's show during the milan fashion week springsummer 2025 on september 20, 2024 in milan, italy photo by raimonda kulikauskienegetty images

Raimonda Kulikauskiene

The fringe! The leather! The drama! Make an entrance in a frilly piece with lots of movement and body. Add in a chunky boot, like my favorite pair below.

Menswear Inspired

paris, france september 30 a guest wears brown jumper, taupe trousers, outside sacai, during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on september 30, 2024 in paris, france photo by claudio laveniagetty images

Claudio Lavenia

Keeping with that theme, you don’t have to rock a form-fitting outfit for the big meal. Opt for dramatic and oversized silhouettes, and lean into the color of the season with a delicious chocolate brown hue. Bonus points for layering a white tee underneath; find my absolute favorite one below.

Tie It Together

london, england september 14 a guest wears blue white striped button shirt, pink tie, bag outside ahluwalia during london fashion week september 2024 on september 14, 2024 in london, england photo by christian vieriggetty images

Christian Vierig

I didn’t expect the necktie to become my favorite accessory this season, but there’s something so powerful about them that really draws me in. It’s also a very simple way to bring pattern and color to a muted or monochrome look.

A Statement Coat

milan, italy september 19 victoria magrath wears a long black dress and trench coat outside max mara show during the milan fashion week menswear springsummer 2025 on september 19, 2024 in milan, italy photo by raimonda kulikauskienegetty images

Raimonda Kulikauskiene

Go incognito under a big, beautiful coat. These are perfect for secretly running to the grocery or wine store in your pajamas. No one has to know what’s underneath.

Head-to-Toe Denim

london, england september 15 a guest wears denim shirt, jeans, brown bag outside jw anderson during london fashion week september 2024 on september 15, 2024 in london, england photo by christian vieriggetty images

Christian Vierig

As a staunch fan of Canadian tuxedos, this look is really doing it for me. A loose denim set paired with a suede clog is so elevated yet so comfortable.

Pass the Cranberry

copenhagen, denmark february 01 a guest wears a white balaclava, a burgundy full outfit, a long oversized scarf, an oversized jacket with shoulder pads, a midi skirt , leather boots , outside gestuz, during the copenhagen fashion week aw24 on february 01, 2024 in copenhagen, denmark photo by edward berthelotgetty images

Edward Berthelot

When I’m in a food coma, the only thing I want to be wearing is something roomy. My tip is to sport loose clothes in an on-trend color or fabric. Cranberry is about as thematic as you can get for Thanksgiving.

Bright Pop

milan, italy september 19 a guest wears dark brown sunglasses, silver earring, dark pink sweater, navy blue oversized jacket, shiny black leather bag, bag charms, black loose pants, shiny black loafer moccasin leather shoes, outside prada, during the milan fashion week springsummer 2024 2025 on september 19, 2024 in milan, italy photo by edward berthelotgetty images

Edward Berthelot

As someone who truly lives in dark colors, adding a bright base layer brings contrast, depth, and life to a look. I usually shy away from the color purple, but it works really well here.

Simple Cardigan

new york, new york september 10 claire rose cliteur wears grey cardigan, black bag, pants outside cos during new york fashion week on september 10, 2024 in new york city photo by christian vieriggetty images

Christian Vierig

If you want to take a more understated route, a high-quality sweater and sleek pant is really all you need. Your basics don’t have to be boring!

Western Twist

paris, france september 25 marie gaguech wears brown pants, white shirt, metal accessory tie, brown leather coat with fur collar outside the paco rabanne show during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on september 25, 2024 in paris, france photo by raimonda kulikauskienegetty images

Raimonda Kulikauskiene

I call this one “cowgirl chic.” I couldn’t resist adding a modern bolo tie and silver-trimmed snip toe boots to bring the look together. Oh, and Miu Miu hair clips to match, of course.

Old Favorites

copenhagen, denmark january 30 a guest wears miu miu sunglasses, golden earrings, a pale pastel yellow jacket, a black leather bag, blue denim jeans pants , pointed shoes, outside rolf ekroth, during the copenhagen fashion week aw24 on january 30, 2024 in copenhagen, denmark photo by edward berthelotgetty images

Edward Berthelot

Still loving that piece you wore last spring? Don’t store it away just yet. Instead, throw a turtleneck underneath, and pair it with a dark jean. Suddenly, you’ve transformed your piece from one season to the next.

Leather Trench

paris, france september 24 rosana chloe lai wears long olive green dress, black long leather coat, black and white zebra print bag, silver heels, outside dior, during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on september 24, 2024 in paris, france photo by claudio laveniagetty images

Claudio Lavenia

Why not make bring some hot attitude to the table? You might not have contributed much in the kitchen, but this green frock and zebra bag are a feast for the eyes.

Silk & Sheer

paris, france september 27 gili biegun wears silk shirt with neck details by bevza, knitted maxi skirt by herskind, brown suede bag by elleme and shoes by saint laurent, celine sunglasses during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on september 27, 2024 in paris, france photo by raimonda kulikauskienegetty images

Raimonda Kulikauskiene

While I probably wouldn’t choose this look to spend the holiday with grandparents or in-laws, this combination of a silky tunic and semi-sheer maxi would be beyond perfect for friendsgiving.

Layered Dressing

paris, france september 24 hollie mercedes peters wears striped white button shirt, dress, blue bag outside ganni during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on september 24, 2024 in paris, france photo by christian vieriggetty images

Christian Vierig

If you can’t decide whether you want to dress up or down, throwing a fun tee or rugby shirt under a dress is the perfect solution. When in doubt, layer.

Cow Print

milan, italy september 17 josephine skriver is seen on september 17, 2024 in milan, italy photo by rachpootbauer griffingc images

Rachpoot/Bauer-Griffin

It seems like every stylist I follow on Instagram has been sporting this cowhide jacket, so they must be onto something. Wear it over a plain white tank and pants to give it the moment it truly deserves.

Knit Dress

copenhagen, denmark january 31 a guest wears earrings, a black oversized blazer jacket, a white long floral embroidery with geometric patterns dress, a ysl shiny bag, outside the garment, during the copenhagen fashion week aw24 on january 31, 2024 in copenhagen, denmark photo by edward berthelotgetty images

Edward Berthelot

Sometimes less is more, so a simple blazer thrown over a white dress works effortlessly. In case you’re spending your first big occasion with a significant other’s family, you can’t go wrong with this look. Impress them with style, and it’ll be smooth sailing (hopefully).


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