Get this party started!

Girls' Life, Dec, 2003 by Richard Hume

The only thing more fun than holiday meals and presents is holiday fashion! That's why we rounded up the best trends of the season and put them into one easy party planning guide--an outfit for every occasion, every day of the week. Then we asked two best buds, Melissa and Hannah, to put together hot, hip hook-ups they'd look super sporting on every social scene. And, boy, did these two ever come through. Now it's time to get the party started! Whether your look is sweet, sassy or a cool mix, take your fashion cues from our holiday hit list.

Saturday night=Little black dress

'We've waited all week for this huge holiday bash our friend's throwing at a REAL dance club. We know everyone's wearing dresses, so I'm going fab and festive in this mini-dress with sheer hose and heels. Hannah's totally trendy yet unique in her dress with black-and-white cowboy boots and shimmery long scarf!'

LEFT: Pailette halter dress, $50, H&M. Rings, $6.25 each, Icing by Claire's. Bracelet, $8, girlprops.com. RIGHT: Long-sleeved, side buckle tunic worn as a dress, $69, JLo by Jennifer Lopez. Lurex scarf, $10, Icing by Claire's. Earrings, $16, Stephan & Co. Studded bracelet, $6.25, Claire's. Bag, $36, Gwen Stefani--L.A.M.B. for LeSportsac. Tight, $22, E.G.Smith by Leg Resource.

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Friday=Pink satin shirt

'Friday night, we're going to this really cool party. In cool colors like hot pink and black, Melissa and I know we'll look great!'

LEFT: Magenta satin shirt, $34, Star City. Pinstriped A-line skirt, $32.50. Wet Seal. Necklace, $9, 'ZAD. Bracelet, $2, Lydell, NYC. Ring, $10, girlprops.com. Bag, $30, Magid. metallic sandals, $45, Hot Kiss. RIGHT: Fuchsia satin halter, $73, Nally & Millie. Pinstriped trousers, $38, Heart Soul. Cap, $16, Nordstrom. Earring, $6.25, bracelet, $5.25, and ring, $3.25, all Claire's. Arm warmers, $13, Hello Kitty, sanrio.com. Vans, $45, Delia's.

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Sunday=Luxe sweats

'At our sleepover the first Sunday of break, we'll have a great chance for everyone to get together, chow down on some Christmas cookies and try out fun new looks. Melissa and I threw on some fake hairpieces--she has on extensions, and I dug these bangs! Plus, in sassy sweats, who says comfy can't be cute?'

LEFT: Velour hoddie with satin trim, $30, and matching pants, $20, both Miken. Tie-back halter, $22.50, Wet Seal. Hoop earrings, $4.25, Claire's. Necklace, $18, Stephan & Co. Sequined butterfly pin, $25, Karin's Garden. Supergirl watch, $30, Amitron. RIGHT: Velour hoddie with satin trim, $36, and matching side-stripe pants, $36, both JCPenney. Striped lurex top, $38, Rocket 898. Scarf, $5, H&M. Ring, $5, Adia Kibur. Heart bracelet, $14, Alex & Ani. Velvet with rhinestone buckle slides, $60, Original Dr Scholl's.

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Thursday=Lace Skirt

"Melissa's 'rents are having a party at their crib and, if she's stuck there, I've got her back. We'll have to dress in duds our folks will dig but that are still cool. We think these lace skirts are just the look!'

LEFT: Point d'esprit lace skirt, $34, Heart Soul. Stretch cotton white shirt, $36, Hot Kiss. Footless tights, $11, Capezio. Choker, $10, and beaded stretch ring, $4.25, both Adia Kibur. RIGHT: Lace skirt, $43, and asymmetrical top, $29, both Heart Soul. Hoop earrings and ring, $6.25 each, Claire's. Jet bead necklace, $22, and bracelet, $18, both Stephan & Co.

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Monday=Furry Vest

'Hannah and I have a tradition to do our last-minute Christmas shopping, then have lunch at this swanky place. So, it's not a party, but it's a big deal to us. That's why we have fun in our finest faux furs! Just two best gal pals munchin' on lunch.'

LEFT: Faux fox-fur vest, $98, Nally & Millie. Striped cotton hoddie, $58, Illig. Stretch cords with satin belt, $38, Union Bay. Hoop earrings, $6.25, and ring, $3.25, both Claire's. Silver studded cuff, $4, girlprops.com. Bangle bracelet, $14, Stephan & Co. Brooch, $29, Yochi Designs. Cat pin, $14 for set of two, fredflare.com. Rust mules, $52, Yellow Box. Hello Kitty bag, $22, sanrio.com. RIGHT: Rabbi Marshall's. Mod dress, $48, Speechless. Cap, $16, Nordstrom. Lace gloves, $6.25, Claire's. Bangles, $5.25, and studded cuff, $6.25, both Icing by Claire's. Tights, $11, Leg Resource. Ankle boots, $46, Payless.

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Wednesday night=Glam sweaters

'Comfy sweaters are super for spending Christmas Eve with both our families. But trust us ... we've not nearly as thrilled as we look. We wish they'd leave Melissa and me at one house while our sibs stay at the other!'

LEFT: Marabou feather-trim sweater, $34, Heart Soul. Bronze satin pants with embroidery, $69, Esprit. Earrings, $8, girlprops.com. Rings, $6.25 and $8, Icing by Claire's. RIGHT: Sleveless sweater, $28, and matching beaded cardigan, $38, both Rocket 898. Leopard-print mini, $40, H&M. Foxie wrist bag, $38, paulfrank.com. Pearl and crystal necklace, $40, and ring, $5, both Adia Kibur. Bracelet, $10, Icing by Claire's.

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Tuesday=Dressy jeans