Red lipstick gives a pop of bold color. (Photos.com)

With the holiday season here, people are getting ready for that annual festivity: the office party. Depending on your office environment, this may incite either fear or excitement.

Still, there is no better way to ensure a good time than by knowing you look your best.

Incorporate these office-to-party tips and you will surely stand out—and be showered with compliments from fellow employees!

A Good Lipstick Goes a Long Way

The easiest and fastest way to spice up a look is with a great lip color. To color-coordinate with the season, a bright, bold red in the right hue suits every woman’s pout. My personal favorite is Ruby Woo by M.A.C.

If this look is too bright for you, try a lip stain instead, like Covergirl Outlast Lip Stain. You can make the color as light or as dark as you want and can still achieve the holiday-friendly red look.

Be as Sparkly as Tinsel

Tory Burch dresses up her look with a decorative necklace. (Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Ralph Lauren)

A great accessory is one of the fastest ways to switch a look from casual to ready-to-go. One of the best ways to do this is with a glamorous necklace. The jewelry trends favor big, chunky looks, and a sensational necklace is sure to stand out when thrown on top of a suit or dress. Try this one from Dana Buchman.

Shoes Matter

My philosophy is that with a great haircut and a great pair of shoes, you look good from top to bottom. Shoes are a game changer when you want to add zest to any outfit, especially a work outfit that you’d like to dress up. Chic footwear with vibrant color will definitely enhance your party look, like these pumps from Michael Antonio Gezana.

Briefcase? No, Thank You!

Regardless of what bag you bring to work, be it a large tote, messenger, or briefcase, know that it will not go over at a party. When attending your soiree, you need a small clutch that holds only the essentials. For your holiday party, try some clutches in bright tones, like this Satin Bow Tie clutch, to really stand out from the crowd.

Every Lady Needs Her LBD

What is more woman-friendly than your favorite little black dress, or LBD? If you do not own this essential wardrobe piece … well, you should. I like this LBD from Kohl’s.  Black is always party-friendly and can take you from a long day at work to a long night of celebration—with the above added accessories, of course.

Marykate Torley is a 2011 graduate of Arcadia University, where she got her B.A. in Print Communications. She is currently getting her master’s with Full Sail University in New Media Journalism. For more articles by Torley, visit her website www.mypompandcircumstance.com.