Holiday Party Outfit Ideas: What to Wear Underneath Your Festive Looks

The holiday party season demands high-impact style—sparkling fabrics, structured velvet, and form-fitting silhouettes are everywhere. However, the true measure of a flawless party look isn't the dress, but the invisible foundation underneath. The key is a foundation that smooths, sculpts, and disappears, allowing the focus to remain solely on the fashion. Commando specializes in creating the perfect canvas, eliminating visible lines and providing comfortable, all-night support.

Many holiday party dresses feature delicate or slinky fabrics like silk, satin, or crepe, which reveal every line and imperfection. The goal is to create a sleek column beneath the garment. For a classic sheath or a form-fitting midi-dress, a half-slip is indispensable. The Classic Half Slip is designed with patented raw-cut edges that won't ride up, ensuring a smooth, defined line from the waist to the hem—a critical solution for preventing static cling and visible panty lines (VPLs).

The most glamorous holiday dresses often present the greatest undergarment challenges. A deep plunge or a low-cut back instantly eliminates traditional bra and shapewear options. For seamless lower-body shaping, the best approach is a high-waisted brief or short. The Classic Control Short is ideal for smoothing the stomach and hips, and its high-rise design works perfectly beneath high-waisted trousers or structured jumpsuits, offering firm support without sacrificing breathability.

Holiday parties are the ideal moment for luxurious textures in hosiery. While sheer is traditional for formal affairs, an opaque tight in a deep, rich color or a subtle texture can modernize the look. For a playful, yet sophisticated outfit, such as a metallic mini-skirt and black blouse, the Black Diamond Ultimate Opaque Tights add a layer of dimension and festive flair without overpowering the outfit. These tights elevate any ensemble with intentional texture.

No matter the outfit, the single most common fashion faux pas is the visible panty line. For any tight-fitting garment, a seamless thong is non-negotiable. The Classic Thong with its raw-cut edges is the gold standard for invisibility under the most unforgiving fabrics. Furthermore, for pieces that require a full-body base layer, the Classic Control Thong Bodysuit provides head-to-toe smoothing under jumpsuits or complex wrap dresses, eliminating the need for separate bra and shapewear pieces. Investing in this type of solution-based foundation ensures your holiday look is memorable for all the right reasons.