Christmas dinner: what you should know about outfits and etiquette

"What to wear to Christmas dinner?" You've probably Googled this at some point. Christmas dinner only comes once a year, and we all want to look our best. This year, we have the keys to success for your Christmas dinner . So, let's talk about fashion and etiquette.

Do you know what to wear for Christmas dinner?

Here, we're absolutely certain, because we love it. Velvet or sequins , and we're going to explain why we think they're key for Christmas dinner. On the one hand, velvet is a very soft, comfortable, and versatile fabric (yes, we know we use the word versatile a lot, but in fashion, versatile garments are key). On the other hand, it's warm if you decide to go out partying after your Christmas dinner. Why is it important that it's comfortable? Because you'll be able to move around with complete freedom. Do you have children? Bending down to pick them up without them breaking anything at the grandparents' house will be easy. And, in this case, both the Jara skirt , top , and blazer set and the velvet blazer and palazzo pant set will be your best allies. Although, if you want to be more daring, velvet is also for you. Our heart-shaped dress is daring, sensual, and sensational. With it, you'll be the queen of every party (for a price that will leave you speechless). Sequins . At Mariquita Trasquilá, we love sequins, or as the French say, paillettes. Why? Because a little sparkle always adds a touch of glamour to any look. That's why sequins can be your best friend at Christmas dinner. In this case, there are thousands of possible looks, but it will always depend on your style. For example, a sequined bodysuit with basic black trousers will always be a winning choice. But one of our favorites is, without a doubt, the gold sequined dress . It's simple, elegant, and the fringe adds a fun touch. A sure hit at your Christmas dinner. But let's not forget, if you're more into silver than gold, the fringed and sequined dress is for you. What's more, sequins are just like velvet. If you want to be the queen of the dance floor after Christmas dinner, your look must include a mini sequined dress or a multicolored sequined dress .

Christmas Dinner Protocol Rules

Want to surprise your family? Is this your first Christmas dinner with friends, your partner, or your partner's family? Or are you simply interested in Christmas dinner etiquette? Then keep reading because we're going to give you some very simple tips that we sometimes forget.

• We need to get to know the guests . Ask before you go about the people you'll be meeting there—their names, hobbies, or jobs. This way, you can always call them by name, and it will be much more personal.
• NO MOBILE PHONES! At these kinds of dinners, emergencies are rare because the emergencies of the evening are already at the table. So, please refrain from using your phone during Christmas dinner and keep it off the table. It will only be permitted for taking photos.

Things to avoid at Christmas dinner:

• Take very large portions from the center. At these dinners there are usually many of us and… sharing is caring!
• Eating with your mouth open and/or chewing very quickly.
• Talking with your mouth full. We probably all know this, but it's a basic rule worth remembering.
• Leave some food between your teeth. We know we're asking a lot and that this is very difficult, but... try to keep it together! As soon as dinner is over, you can go to the bathroom and remove it.

Is it your turn to prepare Christmas dinner ? We also have some tips:

• Lighting is essential; try to keep it natural and soft. If there are candles, which we know are beautiful, be careful with them!
• Use a one-piece tablecloth and matching napkins.
• Always place the napkins on the plate, and napkin rings are acceptable at family gatherings. If they're attractive, they can help decorate the table.
• We love charger plates, but you don't put anything on them; they're just decoration to make the table look nice, but you can use them or not, it's up to you.
• The glasses should always be transparent so that we can see the contents at all times. This way, if you're the hostess and have some more reserved guests, you can refill their glasses as needed. However, the glasses should never be filled to the brim.
• All cutlery should be on the table from the beginning, arranged from the outside in. Dessert cutlery is the exception and can be placed on the table later, when dessert is served.

We hope this helps! If you have any more suggestions for Christmas dinner, please share them with us in the comments. As we said before, sharing is caring!