Holiday Fashion Around San Diego

This may be the season of giving, but it’s also the season of parties. From casual gift exchanges to elegant soirées, cocktail parties to NYE shindigs, you’ll face more outfit changes this month than a Broadway musical. Shimmying into all those cocktail dresses and slipping into sparkling heels every night may begin to seem daunting—not to mention the painful process of buying all those ensembles. But with San Diego’s bounty of great stores and boutiques, even the shopping turns into a reason to celebrate. 

We’ve scoured the streets of San Diego and put together our holiday fashion guide for you to use this season. Whether you’re into classic cocktail dresses or eye–catching accessories, we’ve got just the destination to fit your style. 

If You’re Looking for… A Killer Cocktail Dress Head to… Lux Ave Boutique

You can go to any store this season and pick up a shabby dress that you’ll ditch next season, or you can go to Lux Ave Boutique and find the dress of your dreams. Lux Ave Boutique offers an immense selection of beautiful, fun (and sparkly!) cocktail dresses that you’ll want to wear to every party, this year and beyond. Plus, you can pick up the perfect pouch to store your necessities at all those shindigs. 

The Centre, 1205 Auto Park Way Escondido, CA 92029, (760) 743-3324

If You’re Looking for… Timeless Jewelry Head to… Ben Bridge Jewelers

Beautiful jewelry is certainly the gift of choice around the holidays—but it should be your accessory of choice, too. Nothing complements the classic and elegant side of Christmas like fine jewelry; a delicate ring or bracelet can easily elevate a simple black shift to a chic new level. The best part? Investing in a beautiful, timeless piece of jewelry means you’ll be able to wear it to holiday shindigs, and everywhere else, for years to come. Ben Bridge Jewelers offers the highest–quality of classic designs, and with locations across the county finding the jewel of your dreams will be a breeze.

Westfield Horton Plaza, (619) 696–8911; Fashion Valley, (619) 291–7572; Westfield UTC, (858) 453–9996; Plaza Bonita, (619) 479–0650; Westfield North County, (760) 745–3900; Westfield Carlsbad, (760) 729–5457

If You’re Looking for… Help with the Newest Looks Head to… Fashtique

Confused about how to work those trendy crop–tops into a classy holiday ensemble? (Don’t worry, you’re not the only one!) Instead of muddling through department store racks, ask the fashionistas at Fashtique for help. In addition to a well–curated online marketplace of the freshest finds, Fashtique offers a totally unique personal shopping service. Their shopping concierge will come to you; so whether you need help picking out the perfect dress or a whole new wardrobe for all those parties, you never have to leave the comfort of your own home.

shopfashtique.com  (888) 377–3433

If You’re Looking for… Bold Accessories  Head to… Fairen Del

Matching your accessories to your dress—or even worse, your nail color—is so passé. Embellish the most basic LBD with a bold accessory or two and your whole look will go from glum to glam! Fairen Del in Del Mar has long been our go–to destination for fun and fashionable accessories, perfect for putting a new twist on your old looks. 

Flower Hill Promenade, 2690 Via De La Valle, Del Mar, CA 92014; (858) 259–1120

If You’re Looking for… Something Sparkly Head to… Peaches en Regalia

There are those who can pull off sparkle and shine all year long, but for the rest of us, the holiday season is the time when we can comfortably indulge in everything glittery, sequined and special. From dresses to accessories, Peaches en Regalia has the most standout holiday fashions that will make you the belle of every ball. Don’t be afraid to sport some sparkles—this time of year, anything goes!

Del Mar Plaza, 1555 Camino Del Mar # 318, Del Mar, CA 92014; (858) 792–7400

If You’re Looking for… Easy, Breezy Looks  Head to… Satori Designs

Who says the holidays are a time for strictly stuffy looks? With breezy pieces inspired by global fashion, Satori Designs will bring the fun back into your wardrobe this season. Layer up in jewel–bright tones and luxurious fabrics, then head to your neighborhood gift exchange or New Year’s brunch. When you wear what you like, you immediately feel (and look!) better; so ditch the spandex and wrap yourself in comfy, classic designs.

  Flower Hill Promenade Pangea Outpost,  2720Via De La Valle Del Mar, California, 92014; (858) 350–6466

If You’re Looking for… A Wear–Forever Suit Head to… GSB Men’s Clothier

If there’s one thing every man needs in his closet, it’s a well–made, well–tailored, classic suit. A great suit and jacket can transition seamlessly from holiday soirée to soirée. You’ll look like a true dapper gentleman in a suit from GSB Men’s Clothier in Rancho Santa Fe, whether you choose a finished product or a made–to–measure masterpiece. 

16085 San Dieguito Rd #6, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067; (858) 759-6647

If You’re Looking for… Classy Meets Fun Head to… Kate Spade

Boxy dress suits and graphic purses don’t belong in your grandma’s closet anymore. Over the past few years, Kate Spade has brought the classic, clean lines of decades gone to a relatable, modern market. This holiday season, invest in the timeless cocktail dresses and preppy sets of Kate Spade, then top the look off with a glitzy accessory. You’re bound to be the hit of the party—and you won’t cringe when you look back at those holiday albums in a few years. 

Fashion Valley, 7007 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA 92108; (619) 220–8190