See Zara's Party Season December Look Book Now!

All year it's turned out collections that hone in on our favourite trends (at our favourite price points) — and Zara's last looks of 2012 are just as awesome. Perfectly on-point for the party season — without any festive dressing clichés here — the December line-up is a mix of black and white stripes, sophisticated houndstooth blazers, sequined minis, a touch of plaid, and a hearty helping of leather. It may not be rife with the most obvious choices for party dressing, but a printed t-shirt, statement jewels, and a blazer might just be a cooler alternative to your average Christmas dress anyway, as evidenced by look book muse Kasia Struss. They're also the kind of pieces you'll keep in rotation long after your holiday party and NYE obligations.