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If festive events are beginning to populate your calendar, it’s time to think about a plus-one — and we’re not talking about who you’re bringing with you. Rather, we’re talking about what you’re bringing.

Accessories can add festive flair to any holiday party outfit, elevating even the simplest of looks to a very merry ensemble. With maximum effect and minimal effort in mind, we’ve rounded up five fashion and beauty accessories that are guaranteed to be holiday party approved.

Coach Penn Shoulder Bag With Crystal.

Coach Penn Shoulder Bag With Crystal

Get into the sparkling holiday spirit with this crystal-covered handbag from Coach. Inspired by an archival 2000’s design from the American leather goods and fashion brand, the petite Penn bag can be worn on the shoulder or carried in hand as a party-ready clutch.

$360 | Coach.com

E.L.F. Cosmetics O Face Shimmer Balm.

E.L.F. Cosmetics O Face Shimmer Balm

A kiss of sparkle is as easy as a sweep of this shimmering lip balm from e.l.f. Cosmetics. Featuring a mix of mango seed butter, marula oil, squalane and jojoba seed oil, the cruelty-free, sparkle-covered lip balm provides a perfectly pearlescent finish.

$13.99 | Shoppers Drug Mart

Pandora Organically Shaped Circle & Baroque Treated Freshwater Cultured Pearl Earrings.

Pandora Organically Shaped Circle and Baroque Treated Freshwater Cultured Pearl Earrings

A statement earring can bring instant cheer to an outfit. Opting for some sparkle — or a timeless pearl piece like these eye-catching, 14-karat gold-plated baroque treated freshwater cultured pearl earrings from Pandora — can dress up a holiday event look with ease.

$195 | Pandora.net

Reitmans Rhinestone Belt.

Reitmans Rhinestone Belt

Holiday dressing on the go? Cinch this sparkling rhinestone belt overtop of your favourite dress, sweater or even jeans for some chic sparkle and shine. Looking for an easy holiday party look in a flash? Pair this slim, square-buckled belt with a cashmere sweater and black, wide-leg trousers. Hello, effortless holiday elegance.

$29.90 | Reitmans.com

Poppy Barley The Studio Mary Jane. Handout/

Poppy Barley The Studio Mary Jane

A chic holiday shoe that you can wear all day long? This square-toe style from the Canadian footwear brand Poppy Barley provides just that. The Mary Jane flat features a stylish silver hue that will add a pop to any party attire.

$290 | Poppybarley.com