LaPointe Thanksgiving Outfits: Smart, Warm and Comfortable

The best LaPointe Thanksgiving outfits are a cashmere turtleneck with relaxed satin trousers, a merino sweater with feathers and a satin bias skirt, and the viscose waist tie dress, all in warm autumn colours such as Chocolate, Dark Brown, Oat and Mulberry. Thanksgiving dressing has to do three things at once: look polished for the family photographs, stay comfortable through a long meal, and keep you warm. That rules out anything tight at the waist and anything too precious to spill on. LaPointe’s knits, relaxed satin trousers and easy dresses tick every box.

Thanksgiving falls on Thursday 26 November in 2026. This guide covers a family dinner at home, a restaurant dinner, and Friendsgiving.

Quick answer: five LaPointe Thanksgiving outfits

1. Cashmere Silk Turtleneck in Cream with the Satin Relaxed Pleated Pant in Chocolate.
2. Merino Mock Neck Sweater With Feathers in Dark Brown with the Satin Bias Midi Skirt in Dark Olive.
3. Viscose Waist Tie Dress in Black with a long coat.
4. Merino Mock Neck Sweater With Faux Shearling in Berry with the Satin Relaxed Pleated Pant in Black.
5. Cashmere Silk Cropped Raglan Sweater in Camel with the Matte Viscose Wide Ribbed Skirt in Black.

What to wear to Thanksgiving dinner

The dress code for Thanksgiving is usually smart casual: more polished than jeans and a T shirt, less formal than a party. A knit with a smart trouser is the classic formula. The key is comfort at the waist: choose an elastic waist trouser, a bias skirt that skims rather than grips, and a dress with a tie waist you can loosen.

Knit and satin trousers

LaPointe’s relaxed pleated satin trouser is the best Thanksgiving trouser we know: it has a soft waist, a full leg and enough weight to look smart. The Satin Relaxed Pleated Pant in Chocolate is a warm brown that suits autumn; the Satin Relaxed Pleated Pant in Oat is a soft neutral. Wear it with a knit. The Cashmere Silk Turtleneck in Cream is light enough for a warm dining room. Read our LaPointe satin pants guide.

Feathered knits

A sweater with feathers at the cuff makes a family dinner feel like an occasion without looking overdressed. The Merino Mock Neck Sweater With Feathers in Dark Brown and the Merino Mock Neck Sweater With Feathers in Mulberry are fine merino with feathered cuffs. The Merino Turtleneck Sweater With Feather Trim in Black is the classic. Roll the feathered cuffs back while you eat. Our LaPointe knitwear guide covers the full range.

Dresses

The Viscose Waist Tie Dress in Black is the most practical dress for Thanksgiving: matte viscose with sleeves and a tie waist, and it hides spills. The Matte Viscose Cross Front Dress With Feathers in Dark Brown adds feathers, for a dinner you are hosting. Over either, add a fine knit cardigan and a blazer if the house is cold.

Thanksgiving colours

Autumn colours look right: Chocolate, Dark Brown, Camel, Oat, Mulberry, Dark Olive and Berry. Black is always smart. Leave the sequins for New Year’s Eve.

Friendsgiving

Friendsgiving is more relaxed, often at a friend’s apartment. A feathered sweatshirt is the right level: the Cotton Sweatshirt With Feathers in Black and the Cotton Sweatshirt With Feathers in Off White put feathers on a cotton sweatshirt. Pair with the Stretch Faux Leather Tapered Trouser in Black.

A coat for the journey

Thanksgiving is the busiest travel weekend of the year, so a coat matters. The Washed Cotton Double Breasted Trench in Washed Silver is a smart layer for a mild day; the Pigment Denim Base Relaxed Trench With Shearling in Oat/Cream is warmer. See our LaPointe coats and jackets guide, and for the next big date, our LaPointe holiday party outfits.

Frequently asked questions

What should I wear to Thanksgiving dinner?

A smart casual outfit with a comfortable waist: a knit with relaxed satin trousers, a bias skirt and a tie waist dress. Choose autumn colours such as Chocolate, Oat, Mulberry and black.

Is Thanksgiving dressy?

Thanksgiving is usually smart casual. A fine knit with a smart trouser is right for most family dinners; a restaurant dinner can be slightly dressier.

What colours should you wear for Thanksgiving?

Warm autumn colours: Chocolate, Dark Brown, Camel, Oat, Mulberry, Dark Olive and Berry. Black and cream are always smart.

What is a comfortable Thanksgiving outfit that still looks smart?

Relaxed satin pleated trousers with a soft waist and a cashmere turtleneck. The look is polished and comfortable through a long meal.

What should I wear to Friendsgiving?

Something relaxed but deliberate, such as a feathered sweatshirt with faux leather trousers, and a knit with jeans.

When is Thanksgiving in 2026?

Thanksgiving in the United States is on Thursday 26 November 2026.

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Written by Gemma Deeks, Fashion Editor at Coveti.