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WHAT TO WEAR ON CHRISTMAS DAY

By Flo Bellinger, 15 December 2025

We’ll admit your clothes probably aren’t a priority on Christmas Day. And we get it. There’s food to be eating, drinks to be sipping, and gifts to be giving (and receiving). Of all the days in the calendar, Christmas is the one occasion when lounging about in your comfies isn’t just accepted – it’s encouraged.

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Having said all that, the 25th provides plenty of reasons to look and feel your best. If you’re lucky, a carousel of friends and family will be dropping in to see you. That means your pyjamas are about to enjoy the most exposure of their bedroom-bound lives, and those hibernation lounge sets will suddenly have an audience. So why not jump at the chance to elevate your everyday looks? Below, we’ve broken down all the Christmas Day outfits you might choose this year. Whether you're a pyjamas-all-day kind of family or like to go a little smarter, keep scrolling to ensure your wardrobe is the highlight of the day.

OUR TOP MEN'S CHRISTMAS DAY OUTFIT IDEAS:

IF YOU STAY IN YOUR PYJAMAS ALL DAY

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You might be up at the crack of dawn, bubbling with excitement. You might be lumbering out of bed with Christmas Eve drinks still pounding in your memory. However you start your morning, Christmas Day clothes are all about comfort. And given many of us are quickly whisked into a flurry of blinis, mimosas and familial catchups, it’s good to have a coordinating set of comfies to hand. If nothing else, a fresh pair of pyjamas will conceal a late one the night before. For classic Christmas dressing, opt for striped cotton sleepwear. Or if cosiness is your focus, soft matching sets provide plenty of wiggle room for the carousel of snacks that lie ahead.

GET THE LOOK:

New Look pyjama set in dark green check, £30
ASOS DESIGN heavyweight pyjamas set in khaki, £30
Intimissimi Long modal pyjamas in dark blue, £30
Lacoste flannel pyjama set in green, £80

IF YOU LIKE TO GET OUTSIDE

If you’re not hosting or cooking at Christmas, a pre-dinner walk is prime time to sneak some fresh air and give your chef some space. It’s likely to be cold (and probably wet), so you’ll want to suit up with weatherproof footwear and a toasty jacket. Wellies are great for countryside excursions, and you can never go wrong with an oversized wool coat. These tailored styles ensure you look well turned out no matter how casual you go with the rest of your outfit.

GET THE LOOK:
Nike Training Therma-FIT trousers in grey, £59.99
ASOS DESIGN chelsea boots in black polished leather with gum sole, £50
River Island Oversized half zip fleece sweatshirt in black, £46
Topman premium wool blend raglan over coat in chocolate, £110

IF IT'S A COCKTAILS AND CANAPÉS AFFAIR

If you plan on dressing up at Christmas, this is the time to do it. Christmas dinner (quickly followed by more cocktails and nibbles) is prime time to throw on that new shirt or clean-cut trouser – but given all the food and drink involved, balancing the formal with the casual is key. Think relaxed fabrics in structured silhouettes, like these soft tailored trousers. Cardigans and light knits are also a great option for staying cosy yet crisp.

GET THE LOOK:

Jack & Jones Premium boucle jumper in green, £40
Levi's valencia argyle knit cardigan in indigo blue, £80
ASOS DESIGN smart wide leg trouser with elasticated waistband, £32
ASOS DESIGN mule lace up loafers in brown suedette, £38

IF YOU'RE SOMEWHERE IN BETWEEN

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If the only thing on your mind is relaxing this Christmas, we've got it covered. It's evening: the TV is on, music’s playing softly in another room, and your distant relatives have had an argument over the cheese board. You’ve probably had one too many of those nibbly things on the table, and the festive socks are enjoying their first outing. That means you’ll want to be in something comfortable. Elevated loungewear is a go-to for hunkering down and still looking put together – so even as you sink into the sofa, everyone will be admiring your impeccable sense of style.

GET THE LOOK:

Pull&Bear heavy weight joggers in black, £25.99
Bershka Balloon fit Tracksuit bottoms in wash grey, £29.99
Bershka Straight-fit tailored jogging trousers in black, £29.99
Bershka wide leg linen blend jogger trousers in beige, £29.99