Dressing up for festive affairs takes some thought for most people — but for stylist-aided celebrities, it’s almost second nature. So, in the season of company parties and cocktail soirees, it only makes sense to take a few cues from the rich and famous. Before your next RVSP, remember these tips below, illustrated by stars rocking party-prime looks in the gallery above.

1. If you stick with requisite red or green, make sure it looks like you’ve been dipped in glitter.

2. Consider a suit — pants are just as sexy as, if not sexier than, a dress.

3. Go for silver or gold — either way, you’re winning.

4. Try a gauzy tulle creation that looks like tissue paper from a gift bag.

5. Rethink the LBD with bows, caplike sleeves or even a badass gothic bend.

6. Be Alexa Chung-fearless and don an elegant Christmas quilt.