this holiday the tree isn't the only thing that needs decorating no you owe it to yourself to up your own style to here's how during the festive period you can take your black tire step further so think beyond the classic dinner jacket and try an example in velvet or a textured fabric if you want to keep it classic a white dinner jacket can be a bit more fun you can also explore options beyond the dress yet a merino wool turtleneck will work very well under a blazer for a casual drinks event and if you're finding your formal oxford shoes a little too dressy why not opt for some loafers or slippers Cheers the festive sweater has become a cliche of the holiday season but there's a way to do it better instead of opting for all old kitsch why not choose something with a bit of heritage to it like a classic fair isle variation or a cable knit sweater these will look fantastic with jeans and boots for your weekend walks for more formal situations opt for muted colors such as grey cream and black but for the big day feel free to go wild yes all that eating drinking and carousing does tend to take a toll but relax it's the holidays what better time to put the very best leisurewear through its paces a pair of drawstring trousers is an essential in times of frequent overindulgence choose one with a tapered fit and plenty of give who knows how many extra helpings you're gonna need