The turkey is in the oven, the potatoes are being mashed, and the pumpkin pie is cooling off. All your favorite foods are ready to be eaten with family and friends. You are rushing to get ready for Thanksgiving dinner, a family reunion of sorts, and you want to match the vibe of the holiday.
When visiting home, what you wear can set the tone for the entire evening. And if you’re stumped on your dinner outfit — even if it’s just for your family living room — you can match the vibe of your favorite food to an iconic fit.
Here’s exactly what you should wear so you can serve while you serve Thanksgiving dinner.
Your favorite food is the turkey
Turkey is the staple of an American Thanksgiving feast. It’s a constant each year, probably takes the longest to make and is rumored to make you tired after eating it — thank you tryptophan.
If this is your favorite, you likely love neutral shades, comfort, and timeless trends. Beiges and browns and a comfy pair of pants could be perfect for this look. Thanksgiving isn’t always cold, but if it’s going to be chilly where you’re celebrating, some faux fur could create a timeless and classy look. Depending on the shade of your faux fur coat, you could wear a variety of outfits to coordinate. For one, you could dress it up with a black dress or skirt paired with some sheer tights and black boots. Or if you’re looking for something a bit more casual, you could pair it with some denim, a kitten heel and a neutral top.
Your favorite food is the cranberry sauce
Cranberry sauce is the pop of red at the Thanksgiving feast. It’s iconic, brightens the plate, and adds a tangy punch to the meal. If this is your favorite, you probably appreciate adding something a bit more fierce to your outfits with hues of red.
Vogue just cited red as a fall 2025 trend too. Whether you’re planning on wearing pants, a skirt, or a dress for dinner, you can add a red sweater or cardigan to elevate your outfit. We’re thinking red pullover sweaters paired with denim or cheetah print and some classic black boots.
Just like the cranberry sauce next to your turkey and mashed potatoes, the red sweater will add an eye-catching component to your stylish fit.
Your favorite food is the green bean casserole
If your favorite food is the green bean casserole, you probably love shades of green. The mushroom and crispy onion on top of the green beans is easily matched by using the colors of the dish. We’re thinking green hues and earthy tones to match the vibe. Streetwear and runways alike have khaki green as a top trend for the upcoming winter season.
Along with green, boxy jackets are trending as well this fall. According to Elle, structured jackets can give your outfit a little edge. A khaki green jacket with some denim and a staple top would be a cute but casual outfit so you and the green bean casserole can twin.
Your favorite food is the pumpkin pie
If you arrive at Thanksgiving and you can’t wait for the dessert, specifically the pumpkin pie, we have just the outfit for you. You probably love traditions, the fall season and treating yourself to all kinds of pumpkin spice treats — not just pumpkin pie.
For this, we’re thinking oranges, comfy sweaters, tans and an outfit that’s basic but stylish nonetheless. As the weather gets cooler, we’ve seen no shortage of barn jackets, lots of layers and cozy sweaters.
You could pair a barn jacket with an oversized comfy pullover sweater, some denim and brown boots or a sneaker for added comfort.
Your favorite food is the mashed potatoes
We couldn’t get through this guide without mentioning mashed potatoes. Although it’s not a main dish, it can serve as a side to so many of the classic Thanksgiving flavors. When it’s paired with cranberry sauce, gravy or creamed corn, the taste changes altogether.
If your all time favorite at the Thanksgiving table is the mashed potatoes, you probably root for the underdog and like something classic you can pair with anything.
For this we’re thinking whites, creme colors, and monochrome outfits you can add a pop of color to. Monochrome beige or monochrome white is totally on trend this fall. A beige wool sweater, some matching beige pants and a trench coat over top could be the outfit you need to serve while you serve your favorite dish.
If you’re looking for something to break the monochrome look up, add a pop of red, like the red of the cranberry sauce next to your mashed potatoes. Red bags, red shoes or red nails could elevate this simple look.
Your favorite food is the wine
If your favorite food is actually wine, you’re probably in your adult era. You love the classiness of a red wine paired with your savory dinner. You might even be practicing for when you become the cool aunt at every family function.
And for this, we’d recommend an outfit that matches the elegant vibe you’re bringing to the table. We’re talking laces, silks and some heeled boots. Laces and lingerie dresses were a summer trend that has continued into fall just by adding a few more layers. A lacy top with a black skirt and some boots could be perfect. Or you could dress it up even more, and pair a lacy slip dress with an oversized knit and some knee-high boots. And even if your outfit is some sweatpants and an old high school hoodie, you’ll still be serving looks and vibes this Thanksgiving.