It’s just about holiday party time and if you haven’t yet realized that your standard, slinky party dress isn’t the right thing to wear while your boss is toasting to office professionalism, you’ve got some catching up to do. Inspired by our own Amelia’s truly work-party-appropriate dress [Well, thanks! -- Editor] at The Frisky’s party last week, we present ten options to keep you looking work-hot without looking work-trampy.

Do not fear color and frills; just use them wisely. [$265, Milly, Bloomingdale's]