Going home for the holidays means three things: a long trip, a crowded kitchen, and at least one relative asking what you've been doing with your life. Your outfit should survive all three. Here are seven casual holiday outfits — for Thanksgiving, Christmas and everything in between — that are comfortable on the couch and still look good in the family photo.
1. The "where have you been?" crewneck + dark jeans
A solid-color crewneck is the easiest Thanksgiving outfit there is. Pick a color that isn't black or grey — lilac, cobalt or cherry red look great in warm kitchen light and photos. Ours asks where have you been? on the front and answers on the back: in my quiet comeback era. Dark straight jeans, clean sneakers, done.
Shop it: Comeback Era Crewneck Sweatshirt
2. Travel day: zip hoodie + duffel
For the flight or train home, wear layers you can take off: a white tee, a lightweight zip hoodie open on top, and a coat in your bag. A zip hoodie works like a jacket in the airport and a blanket on the plane.
Shop it: Mine To Keep Zip Hoodie
3. Heavyweight hoodie + collared shirt underneath
Want to look like you tried without trying? Wear a collared shirt under a heavyweight hoodie and let the collar show. It reads "dinner" at the table and "couch" after. Brown, red and green hoodies look warmer and more festive than black.
Shop it: Same Me Hoodie (Mocha Brown)
4. The couple outfit: one red hoodie, two people
Bringing someone home for the first time? Skip matching sweaters. One of you wears a statement piece, the other keeps it neutral. A cherry red hoodie that says you were the warmest thing about this whole winter does the talking for both of you — and it makes a good gift if you're still figuring out what to get them.
Shop it: Warmest Thing Hoodie
5. Game day at home: hockey jersey over a hoodie
If your family watches the game after dinner, an oversized jersey over a hoodie is the move. Put your own name on the back and it doubles as a conversation starter.
Shop it: Custom Hockey Jersey
6. Morning walk: boxy tee + long sleeve + puffer
For the walk to get coffee the morning after: a long sleeve under a boxy tee, baggy jeans and an open puffer. Simple, warm, and you'll never look overdressed.
Shop it: The Cold Never Asked Boxy Tee
7. Leaving: the outfit for the drive back
Same crewneck as day one, a dark coat thrown over, and the words on your back for everyone you're leaving behind until next year.
Quick rules for casual holiday outfits
- Color beats black. Warm, solid colors photograph better in family pictures.
- Layer for travel. Tee, hoodie or zip, coat. Take off as needed.
- One statement piece only. Let the sweatshirt or hoodie do the talking; keep everything else simple.
- Comfort wins. You'll be sitting for hours. Relaxed fits, soft fleece, no stiff waistbands.
FAQ
What should I wear to Thanksgiving dinner casually?
A solid-color crewneck or hoodie with dark jeans and clean sneakers. Add a collared shirt underneath if your family dresses up a little.
Is a hoodie okay for a family holiday dinner?
For most casual family dinners, yes — especially a heavyweight hoodie in a warm color with a clean pair of jeans.
When should I order to get it before the holidays?
Our pieces are made to order. For US delivery, order by mid-November for Thanksgiving and by early December for Christmas.
See the full Cold Season collection.