Before we know it, the holiday calendar will fill up with all the usual events – office parties, family dinners, evenings of rooftop drinks with friends, and that special New Year’s Eve event that we start to plan in October. And all along the way, we’ll wonder what to wear for all these events and how our outfit will differ from that of our fellow partygoers.

Why unique women’s clothing Santa Monica style can make a great addition to your wardrobe for your holiday parties. Instead of looking for traditional red party outfits such as sequined dresses that most women already own, we’ve found some beautiful textured knits, leather-look clothing, and fun printed dresses that can add a pop of personality to your typical outfits and be worn long after the holidays are over.

Our Seasonal New Arrivals at Estell Boutique feature an edit of women’s unique clothing Santa Monica style shoppers love for the holiday season. The women’s party clothes from our Barcelona and Italian designers are perfect for the woman who wants to dress for the season in clothing for women that’s different from the rest and will be worn time and again after the holidays.

Why Women's Unique Clothing Santa Monica Style Stands Out During the Holidays

While winters are generally mild, evenings do cool down near the ocean. Santa Monica holiday plans are typically held outdoors or in a variety of venues, so layers of clothing that look great and are easy to remove are key to a stylish holiday season.

Detail is everything in Santa Monica. This is a town where people notice a sweater with mixed textures, or a skirt cut on the bias. And the clothing that Santa Monica women wear for their holidays is probably the same sort of things – interesting, thoughtful, with enough variety to wear for lunch on Montana Avenue and then to dinner parties in the evenings.

European clothing, especially from the Barcelona and Italian design markets, is so fitting for this Santa Monica style. The bold and artistic colors and prints from Barcelona clothing designers create unique holiday outfits, while the Italian designers focus on clothing with excellent fabric, wonderful draping, and great fit to create clothing that is made to last and look great. As a result, many women are turning to the European clothing online stores as well as the many independent boutiques across the world to find the perfect clothing for their holiday season wardrobes.

European Holiday Pieces From Our Seasonal New Arrivals

Each of the items in our Seasonal New Arrivals has been handpicked for the many occasions of the holiday season and will add something special to your outfit – whether it be color, texture, or simply great fit. Here we take a closer look at three of our top picks.

Barcelona Mixed-Media Multi-Color Sweater

The mixed-media, soft wool sweater with mesh details in a multicolor print is made in Barcelona and has a highly textured look with a variety of interesting folds. The sweater looks great with a pair of dark jeans but also with a skirt or dress, for a more feminine look. This unique sweater can be worn to casual holidays such as brunch with family and friends or to hand out gifts to loved ones. Even for an evening stroll along the coast, this colorful sweater is the perfect item to wear. Available in XS, S, M, L.

Vegan Liquid Leather Trench Coat

This Vegan Liquid Leather Trench Coat is a great outer layer for the season. The liquid leather finish has a very rich and shiny appearance, which is ideal for evening occasions. The side zipper adds to the edgy and modern feel of this coat, and it looks great over dresses for parties or over jumpers and tops for casual days out. It’s also washable, which is great for busy women during the holiday season.

Italian Camouflage Print Bias-Cut A-Line Skirt

For holiday shopping, consider purchasing clothing made in Italy from natural fibers. This Italian Camouflage Print Bias-Cut A-Line Skirt is made from soft viscose. The skirt has a bias cut, which means it will cling to your body giving a very feminine silhouette. This very unusual camouflage print is perfect for holidays and can be worn for casual occasions such as pairing with a fitted knit and boots for a casual family gathering, or go for more of a party look and wear with silk tops and high heels to a cocktail party. The skirt can be machine washed and is easy to wear between celebrations.

Styling Women's Unique Clothing Santa Monica Women Wear From Party to Brunch

Vogue gets to report on the style that women wear in Santa Monica during the holiday season. The women’s clothing that they wear to office parties, to their families for dinner, on weekend strolls along the coast and to market, and to a New Year’s Eve celebration are all separate looks, all stylish and all seasonal.

A statement knit with a pair of tailored trousers or a chic skirt is the perfect combination for the office party. Simple jewelry such as a pair of drop earrings or a sleek ring adds the perfect touch of sophistication to a festive outfit.

For family dinners, you’ll want to feel comfortable for long periods of time. So go for flowing skirts made from soft materials paired with cozy jumpers. Take a relaxed approach to style, and you’ll look great in every photo.

For casual weekend outings to holiday markets, long strolls along the coast, or casual coffee shop hangs, look for easy-to-wear Italian-made clothing in soft & simple fabrics. A flowy skirt with flat boots and a simple layer is a very chic and comfortable option for these activities.

You can also use a leather-look outer layer to make a big change in your outfit for New Year’s. Throw a leather-look trench or coat over a dress or skirt and top, and it instantly looks like you are going out for the night.

The best part is that these items will all mix and match well. The trench coat worn over the Mixed-Media Multi-Color Sweater, for example, will make for a really cool daytime look, while worn over the Bias-Cut Italian Camouflage Print A-Line Skirt and a simple layer to wear on top, the coat makes for a great dinner party outfit.

There is a common thread running through these unique outfits for women – personality. There’s no need for excessive glitter and sequins; one standout piece is enough to set an outfit apart from the rest of the crowd. A beautifully-made Barcelona mixed-media sweater or Italian bias-cut skirt, for example, will make a big impact when worn with simple knitwear and jeans.

Shopping European Clothing Stores Online or Visiting Us on Montana Avenue

Many women who are looking for clothing from European clothing stores look online to find out which stores carry the styles of clothing that they are looking for that they would not be able to find at a typical mall. Our online collection of clothing from Barcelona and Italian clothing for women allows you to easily go through the online collection of clothing to see what is available in women’s unique clothing and to find out what sizes are available for each style.

Of course, you can also come and visit us in our boutiques! We have our boutique on 908 Montana Ave in Santa Monica as well as our second location in Manhattan Beach. We would be happy to help you choose the perfect pieces and even let you try on coats to see how they fit before you buy them online. Plenty of our customers browse our online collection before stopping by one of our boutiques to pick out the final pieces for their outfit.

As for Montana Avenue in the holiday season, it’s a shopping experience in itself with beautifully decorated storefronts, lovely cafes and a more relaxed attitude than the rest of the shopping district. It’s the perfect location for an afternoon of shopping for that special holiday outfit.

European designer clothing for women for the woman who lives uniquely. Shop the European clothing stores online that we recommend or come into our Santa Monica boutique located at 908 Montana Ave in Santa Monica near other great Montana Avenue stores.

Make This Holiday Season Feel More Personal

The holiday season is comprised of many occasions that call for attire suited for the event. Choosing unique women’s clothing for her holidays can be a departure from typical season trend fare, and include many beautifully crafted and unique clothing pieces, often made with exceptional natural fibers, and found in European designer clothing for women.

Check out our Seasonal New Arrivals online or in-store on Montana Avenue before they’re gone! Your new favorite holiday outfit is waiting.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where can I find women's unique clothing in Santa Monica?

Estell Boutique at 908 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, carries European designer pieces from Barcelona and Italy. You can also shop the same styles online through our Seasonal New Arrivals collection.

2. What makes European women's clothing different from regular mall fashion?

European labels tend to focus on fabric quality, artistic prints, and thoughtful cuts like bias-cut skirts and mixed-media knits, which gives each piece a more distinctive look than mass-produced styles.

3. Can I shop Estell Boutique online?

Yes. All the pieces featured in this blog are available on estellboutiques.com, making us one of the European clothing stores online where you can browse Barcelona and Italian designs from home.

4. What should I wear to a holiday party in Santa Monica?

Mild evenings call for polished layers. A statement sweater with a sleek skirt, or a dress topped with a liquid leather trench coat, works well for most holiday parties in the area.

5. Are the pieces in the Seasonal New Arrivals collection made in Europe?

Many of them are. The collection includes Italian-made skirts and statement knits and jackets from Barcelona, alongside other carefully chosen boutique pieces.

6. Is the Vegan Liquid Leather Trench Coat washable?

Yes. The Vegan Liquid Leather Trench Coat is washable, which makes it an easy outer layer to keep in rotation throughout the holiday season.

7. What sizes are available for the featured pieces?

The Barcelona Mixed-Media Multi-Color Sweater, Vegan Liquid Leather Trench Coat, and Italian Camouflage Print Bias-Cut A-Line Skirt are offered in sizes XS to L, subject to availability.

8. Can a camouflage print skirt work as a holiday outfit?

Absolutely. Paired with a fitted knit and boots or a silky top and heels, the Italian camouflage print skirt makes an unexpected and stylish choice for festive gatherings.

9. How can I make a holiday outfit look unique without wearing sequins?

Focus on one standout piece, such as a mixed-texture sweater or a leather-look coat, and keep the rest of the outfit simple so that piece becomes the focal point.

10. Does Estell Boutique have more than one store location?

Yes. Along with our Santa Monica boutique on Montana Avenue, we have a location at 912-A Manhattan Ave in Manhattan Beach, where you can shop women's unique clothing in person.