25 Party Dresses to Wear Now and Later

This Banana Republic Ruffle Shift Dress ($118) is both party and work friendly.

While velvet does have a holiday vibe, it's also one of the biggest trends this year, which means this Rebecca Minkoff Mazy Dress ($198) will still be in rotation come December 26.

The Yumi Kim Carousel Dress ($228) features a stealthily tropical print in a subdued color scheme, meaning it works now with sparkly heels or high-heeled ankle booties and in Spring with cute sandals.

This blush H&M Lace V-Neck Dress ($80) is basically seasonless. Dress it up with a cream overcoat or a bold faux fur jacket.

You can't go wrong with an LBD like the Bailey44 Georgina Dress ($228).

The stripes on the Reformation Thyme Dress ($118) feel perfectly merry, but when warmer weather hits, they take on a nautical air.

Meet the Pretty Little Thing Polka Dot Tea Dress ($40), your over-the-knee boots' new best friend.

For anyone looking for a closet classic that will never go out of style, the Jill Stuart Crepe Midi Dress ($388) is a no-brainer.

The Parker Jojo Knit Dress ($328) is just metallic enough to feel holiday party appropriate, but not so sparkly that you'll have to wait another whole year to wear it.

At a cocktail party with statement earrings and at the office under a tailored blazer, the Elizabeth & James Day Dress ($395) is a true multitasker.

Dress up the printed Michael Kors Star Chiffon Tie-Neck Dress ($105, originally $140) with metallic accessories for a low-key-glam look.

This flattering fit-and-flare Mango Studded Dress ($100) just oozes cool.

Red and green plaid is extremely Christmasy, but this J.Crew Drapey Long-Sleeve Dress in Black Watch Plaid ($168) is much more subdued, so you can wear it all Winter long.

A party dress that can truly be worn any time of year, the Cinq à Sept Paloma Fit-and-Flare Dress ($465) is worth the investment.

Star prints feel celebratory, but the Lovers + Friends Lana Dress's ($180) black-and-white color scheme makes it wearable to holiday parties and backyard BBQs alike.

Show off some leg — and your feminine side — in the Donna Morgan Ruffled Tunic Lace Dress ($188).

The Kate Spade New York Tapestry Chiffon Midi Dress ($498) features an all-over small-scale print on a dark background, making it as body friendly as it is pretty.

The Urban Outfitters Morning Light Satin Midi Dress ($79) gives off modern princess vibes at a young professional price point.

The Chelsea28 Off-the-Shoulder Dress ($149) will turn heads at holiday parties all month and make you the best-dressed wedding guest later in the year.

This Topshop High-Neck Maxi Dress by YAS ($115) is just fancy enough to make the holiday party circuit, but it's also easy to dress down.

You'll want to wear the buttery-soft and silky BHLDN Giselle Dress ($275) everywhere.

A wrap dress in a fun color, like the ASOS Ruffle Wrap Midi Dress ($45), is an instant classic.

This & Other Stories Roses Midi Dress ($175 ) is very festive, but not necessarily in a typical holiday way.

The C/MEO Collective Influential Asymmetrical Tiered Dress ($175) is the perfect shade of not-too-warm, not-too-cool red, ideal for wearing any time of year.

This ruched-waist Self-Portrait Cold Shoulder Lace-Trimmed Floral-Print Dress ($510) will highlight your shape.