End-of-the-semester parties, family holiday fetes, and New Year’s bashes are all right around the corner, and some party clothes are in order. But no need to break the bank: here are three simple key pieces to mix and match with what you already have for perfect hot holiday looks.

Ecote’s black velvet camisole (Urban Outfitters, $54) is the perfect peice to dress up or down- pair it with skinny jeans and flats for the last sorority event, or black pants, heels and a sparkly statement necklace for New Year’s. For a more formal event like a family Christmas party, add a pencil skirt and a skinny belt for a pretty, festive look.

When you want to look hot, you can’t go wrong with American Apparel- or in this case, AA’s Drawstring Tank Dress ($40) which comes in 12 different colors. The material is a basic jersey and the colors are solid, but the floaty, low-cut is sexy and flattering, and the flouncy skirt is holiday-perfect. Pair it with a leather jacket and motorcycles boots, delicate pumps and layered necklaces, or a long sparkly cardigan cinched at the waist. The possibilities are endless!

Got two minutes to dash to the party and nothing to wear? When all else fails, the LBD (Little Black Dress) saves the day. Delia’s satin Delilah Tube Dress ($49.50) is simple but not boring, short but not slutty, and will flatter almost any body. The sheen makes it perfect for even your fanciest holiday bash (don’t forget heels!) but the simply style can be dressed down too. And the best part: it has pockets!