‘Yule Sleigh’ It With A Starry Dress Code

It’s Christmas season, and suddenly everyone’s “low-key dinner” requires a new outfit, a blow-dry, and at least one dramatic mirror selfie. And while your wallet is begging for mercy, celebrities are once again doing what they do best—making Christmas dressing look effortless, expensive, and suspiciously well-lit.

But before you panic-buy sequins you’ll never wear again, let’s decode how Bollywood and Hollywood’s festive favourites are actually dressing—and how you can steal the vibe without selling a kidney.

Alia Bhatt is the poster child for festive minimalism. Her Christmas looks whisper rather than shout—think cozy knits, gentle pastels, midi skirts, and makeup so clean it looks like she just woke up glowing. It’s the kind of outfit that says, “Yes, I baked the cake myself,” even if Swiggy did the heavy lifting.

To recreate this, forget heavy lehengas. A soft sweater with a pleated skirt, a neutral kurta with statement earrings, or a muted co-ord does the job. This is Christmas for people who want compliments without committing to shapewear.

Kriti Sanon dresses like she’s attending a Christmas party and closing a deal right after. Tailored silhouettes, power dresses, structured blazers—she brings LinkedIn energy to the mistletoe.

This look is perfect for office parties where HR is watching. A satin blazer, monochrome jumpsuit, or fitted dress in jewel tones will have

you looking festive but competent.

Kriti’s Christmas mantra? “I sparkle, but responsibly.”

Janhvi Kapoor treats Christmas like a red-carpet event—and honestly, respect. Sequins, corsets, bodycon dresses, high-gloss makeup—this is festive dressing for people who don’t plan on sitting down.

Want the Janhvi effect without the discomfort? Rent the dress. Go for shimmer, deep necklines, and fabrics that photograph well in bad lighting. Bonus points if your outfit can be spotted from across the room before you even enter. “If I can’t sit, eat, dance, and post a mirror selfie in the same outfit, it’s not a Christmas outfit. Janhvi-level glam is great, but only for three hours max.” Says Ayesha S., 24.

Ananya Panday’s festive style screams “effortlessly hot”—slip dresses, halter tops, playful minis, and barely-there accessories. It’s Gen Z Christmas dressing: minimal fabric, maximum vibe.

This is perfect for house parties and club nights where the dress code is “cute but not trying.” Satin slips, tiny dresses, kitten heels—simple, trendy, and very Instagram-story friendly.

Deepika Padukone doesn’t do Christmas outfits—she does statements. Velvet sarees, dramatic gowns, bold silhouettes. Her festive looks feel expensive even before you check the tag. “The biggest festive trend right now is effortlessness that looks expensive. Clean skin, one strong feature, and outfits that don’t fight the face,” says Megha D’Souza, makeup artist.

Channel this energy with one strong element—a velvet blouse, structured saree drape, or deep wine-coloured dress. Keep the rest clean. Deepika’s Christmas style says, “Yes, I arrived late. No, I don’t care.”

Priyanka Chopra’s Christmas wardrobe looks like it belongs in a luxury hotel lobby. Sequins, bold colours, confident silhouettes—nothing shy, nothing subtle. Metallic dresses, sequinned co-ords, and bold makeup will do the trick. This is the look for when you want to be remembered long after the party ends.

Kendall Jenner proves that you don’t need glitter to win Christmas. Clean lines, monochrome outfits, and tailoring sharper than your New Year resolutions. Black dresses, white co-ords, beige blazers—boring on paper, deadly when styled right. Add gold jewellery or bold makeup and you’re festive without screaming for attention. “Christmas fashion has shifted from trying to impress to trying to be photographed well. Celebrities aren’t dressing for the room anymore—they’re dressing for the algorithm,” says Rhea Malhotra, stylist.

Kim Kardashian’s Christmas looks are not for the faint-hearted. Metallics, sculpted silhouettes, body-hugging everything—this is festive dressing on performance mode.

If you’re brave enough, take inspiration without going full Kim. A metallic saree, corset-style blouse, or bold dress works best when everything else is toned down. Drama, but controlled chaos.

Here’s the truth: no one cares how expensive your outfit is if you look uncomfortable, bored, or constantly adjusting straps. The smartest festive dressers steal ideas, not outfits. Pick one celebrity mood. Build around it. Use rentals for drama, high-street for basics, and confidence for everything else.

Because the best Christmas outfit isn’t the one that looks most expensive—it’s the one you can eat dessert in, dance in, and still look good at 1 am when someone insists on taking “just one last photo.”