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7 Perfect Outfit Ideas for Thanksgiving Break

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Mass Amherst chapter.

With Thanksgiving break starting today, who has time to pack cute enough outfits in a hurry while scrambling to finish all those pre-break projects and papers due? Thanksgiving break for many is a time spent with family and friends, and who deserve to see you at your best! With this quick style guide for some easy-to-create outfit ideas, you’ll have your aunts and uncles ooh-ing and ahh-ing over your wardrobe head-to-toe in no time (after they’re done interrogating you about your classes, boyfriends or lack thereof, and summer plans).

A classic fall outfit idea is some combination of sweaters, scarves, jeans or leggings, and boots—and any accessories that match. The following are a few ideas to get kick your stylish mind into gear for picking out some basic fall articles of clothing to bring home:

Whether you’re at your high school’s Thanksgiving or Powderpuff football game, or just grabbing coffee and catching up with some of your old high school friends, these outfits are perfect for a quick meet up while still looking your best:

Last but not least: the actual Thanksgiving feast! Depending on how you celebrate Thanksgiving, most people take this as an opportunity to dress up a little bit more. Here’s a real chance to show some creative expression and get a little dressier. Sweater dresses, skirts, ballet flats, or even heels are great for a night spent giving thanks and feeling too full with turkey and mashed potatoes—maybe skip the jeans for this night:

With these 7 outfit ideas for Thanksgiving break, you’ll really be able to look your best for the few days spent at home! Why not make your best impression for the select few that you get to see? Happy Turkey Day!

Contributors from the University of Massachusetts Amherst