For Thanksgiving, women do best in a soft sweater dress or a knit top with a midi skirt or elastic-waist pants, plus a cardigan you can take off in a warm house. Pick fall colors like camel, wine red, brown or olive, add ankle or knee boots, and choose a forgiving waist for a long meal.
The November 5 order-by date for Thanksgiving delivery has passed, so we can't promise these pieces will arrive before Nov 26. Shop the looks for cozy dinners anytime, or browse our holiday party dresses for December events.
Before you choose: where you're eating and what you'll be doing
Hosting means hours on your feet in a warm kitchen, so wear layers you can take off. Visiting family or in-laws calls for something polished but relaxed, and a restaurant dinner can be a little dressier. Whatever you choose, do a sit-down test at home: sit for ten minutes and check that nothing pinches or rides up.
Casual Thanksgiving dinner outfits
A cozy sweater with jeans or comfy pants
Pair the Winter Turtleneck Sweater (polyester) or the loose Soft Lazy Knit Sweater with jeans or the Fleece-lined Corduroy Pants, which have an elastic waist. Add ankle boots.
Cardigan and midi skirt
The Knit Cardigan and Midi Skirt Set (acrylic with cotton, one size) is a ready-made outfit: wear it as a set, or the cardigan over a simple dress.
Can you wear jeans to Thanksgiving dinner?
Yes, for most family dinners. Dress them up with a nicer knit, a cardigan and boots. The Long-Sleeve Lapel Denim Shirt Dress is another easy denim option, sized S–5XL.
Dressy Thanksgiving outfits
The sweater dress
The sweater dress is the easiest dressy-but-comfortable choice. Try the Half-Zip V-neck Sweater Dress (acrylic, colors including caramel, army green and wine red) or the Knitted Sweater Dress in seven colors. Add a belt and knee boots.
Beaded and festive knits
For a dressier table, the Beaded Long-Sleeve Sweater Dress (acrylic) or the Party Sweater (acrylic/viscose knit) adds a little sparkle without looking like a party outfit.
A midi or satin dress with a layer
For a restaurant or Friendsgiving, wear the Cross V-Neck Midi Dress with Pockets (100% polyester) or the Wine Red Satin Dress with a cardigan or the Faux Leather Biker Jacket. For the party season after Thanksgiving, see our holiday party dresses.
Cold-weather Thanksgiving outfits
Add a coat from our women's coats (always read the fabric label; our polyester vs wool coat guide explains how), and wear fleece-lined tights or leggings under dresses and skirts. Prefer one piece? See how to wear a jumpsuit in winter and our jumpsuits.
Thanksgiving outfits for women over 40 and over 50
Midi lengths, a longline cardigan as a third layer, and rich colors like wine, camel and olive look polished and feel comfortable. Try the Loose V-neck Button Cardigan (polyester) over the half-zip sweater dress, or the V-neck Cardigan with Heart Buttons (polyester) over a knit top and midi skirt. Comfortable boots or loafers beat high heels for a long day.
Plus-size Thanksgiving outfit ideas
Loose and batwing knits and elastic waists are comfortable through a long meal. Try the Batwing Sleeve Sweater (polyester; sizes S–XXXL, in wine red, olive and brown), the Printed Round-neck Sweater (polyester; S–5XL), the Fleece-lined Corduroy Pants (M–4XL) or the denim shirt dress (S–5XL).
Sizing note: our pieces use Asian sizing, which usually runs 1–2 sizes smaller than US sizing. Compare your measurements with each size chart and our Asian to US size chart, and size up if you're between sizes.
What colors to wear on Thanksgiving
Camel, brown, wine red or burgundy, olive, rust and cream are classic. Can you wear black? Yes: warm it up with texture or a colored cardigan.
What to wear with it: shoes, coat, tights and accessories
- Shoes: ankle boots, knee boots or loafers.
- Coat: a long or belted coat that covers a midi hem.
- Tights: fleece-lined tights under dresses.
- Accessories: a belt over a sweater dress, simple gold jewelry.
- Under-layer: a fine knit top such as the Long-sleeved Knit Top under cardigans.
What to wear to Thanksgiving dinner with your boyfriend's family
Choose a polished middle ground: a sweater dress with boots, or a knit top with a midi skirt and a cardigan. Skip anything too short, sheer or tight for a long sit-down meal.
Shipping note (Thanksgiving delivery)
The order-by date for delivery before Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 5) has passed. With our usual timing — typically 1–3 business days to process, then about 7–10 business days in transit in the continental US — arriving by Nov 26 is no longer something we can count on, and delivery times are estimates, not guarantees (see our shipping policy). Alaska, Hawaii, US territories and APO/FPO addresses may take longer.
Keep shopping these Thanksgiving outfits for family dinners anytime. For December parties and evenings out, see our holiday party dresses.
Shop Thanksgiving outfits
- Half-Zip V-neck Sweater Dress: acrylic
- Knitted Sweater Dress: knit
- Beaded Long-Sleeve Sweater Dress: acrylic
- Knit Cardigan and Midi Skirt Set: acrylic and cotton, one size
- Loose V-neck Button Cardigan: polyester
- Winter Turtleneck Sweater: polyester
- Batwing Sleeve Sweater: polyester, S–XXXL
- Fleece-lined Corduroy Pants: elastic waist, M–4XL
- Long-Sleeve Lapel Denim Shirt Dress: denim, S–5XL
FAQ
What should women wear to Thanksgiving dinner?
A soft sweater dress, or a knit top with a midi skirt or elastic-waist pants, plus a cardigan you can take off in a warm house. Add ankle or knee boots and choose a forgiving waist for a long meal.
What are good casual Thanksgiving outfits for women?
A turtleneck or loose knit sweater with jeans or corduroy pants, or a cardigan over a simple dress. Finish with ankle boots or loafers.
Can you wear jeans to Thanksgiving dinner?
Yes, for most family dinners. Dress them up with a nice knit sweater, a cardigan and boots. For a dressier table, choose a sweater dress or midi skirt instead.
Can you wear black to Thanksgiving?
Yes. Warm it up with texture, such as a beaded or chunky knit, or add a camel, wine red or olive cardigan or accessories.
What color should you wear on Thanksgiving?
Fall colors work best: camel, brown, wine red or burgundy, olive, rust and cream. Black and navy are fine with a warm-colored layer.
What should I wear to Thanksgiving dinner with my boyfriend's family?
Aim for polished but relaxed: a sweater dress with boots, or a knit top with a midi skirt and a cardigan. Avoid anything too short, sheer or tight for a long sit-down meal.
What are good Thanksgiving outfits for women over 50?
A midi-length sweater dress, a knit top with a midi skirt, or comfortable pants with a longline cardigan, in rich colors like wine, camel or olive, with comfortable boots or loafers.
What are good plus-size Thanksgiving outfits?
Sweater dresses, batwing or loose knit sweaters and elastic-waist pants are comfortable for a long meal. Our pieces use Asian sizing, so check each size chart and size up if you're between sizes.
When should I order to get my outfit before Thanksgiving?
The November 5 order-by date has passed, so we can't promise delivery before Thanksgiving (Nov 26). Orders still follow our usual processing and transit times (see the shipping policy). For December events, shop our holiday party dresses.