17 Holiday Outfits for Women Over 40 on Sale at Nordstrom

If you're over the age of 40 and searching for a holiday party outfit that feels fresh and festive without looking juvenile or cutesy, Nordstrom has you covered. The retailer's Black Friday sale is going on now, offering plenty of discounts on holiday-ready clothing, including velvet blazers, sequin tops and figure-flattering dresses. These investment pieces will make celebrating in style a breeze, leaving you feeling confident, comfortable and perfectly polished from office parties to elegant soirées.
We’ve curated 17 gorgeous holiday-ready outfits — marked down up to 48% off — from the Nordstrom Black Friday sale. But hurry: these on-sale holiday outfits won’t last long, so grab your size while it’s still miraculously in stock!
17 Nordstrom Holiday Party Outfits Women Over 40 Will Love
1. Our Favorite: Shine bright and look beautiful in a black sequined top that’s ready for some playful mischief and merrymaking — was $79, now $55!
2. No Cold Shoulders: Sophisticated and sultry with mid-section ruching, this off-the-shoulder top might be the most flattering fit of the season — was $59, now $41!
3. Cozy and Chic: If you’re looking for a comfy party piece, you can’t go wrong with CeCe's fair isle sweater, which keeps the mood merry and the fashion fierce — was $69, now $46!
4. Mighty Mini: Don’t judge Us as we swoon over this embellished puff-sleeve dress that’s begging to be teamed with velvet pumps and patterned tights — was $149, now $112!
5. Luxe Look Guaranteed: Leather is so in right now, which means we’re scooping up this sleek faux leather maxi skirt to wear this holiday season and beyond — was $90, now $63!
6. Universally Flattering: Women of all shapes, sizes and ages look incredible in this flowy, green jumpsuit, which features pleated cape-like sleeves — was $240, now $168!
7. Dressed Up: This gorgeous tiered shirt dress brings elegance to nights out without being restrictive or uncomfortable — was $120, now $84!
8. Wow Worthy: Timeless with a twist, this embellished collar sweater is a shortcut to instant holiday polish — was $89, now $62!
9. Over The Top: This black velvet blazer brings Cruella-style glamour to any holiday soirée, and we’re understandably obsessed — was $140, now $112!
10. Classic Style: Bring Ralph Lauren Christmas style to the holidays with some wide-leg tartan pants that even come in petite sizing — was $88, now $62!
11. Figure-Flattering Option: Draw attention away from your midsection in this empire-waist flutter sleeve dress that’s perfect for cocktails and conversation — was $99, now $74!
12. Sleek and Soft: You can thank Us now for all the attention and admiration you’ll receive in this plus-size velvet dress that’s super slimming — was $110, now $58!
13. Add to Cart: You’ll be the very definition of ageless sophistication in this satin midi dress. It offers a tummy‑slimming fit that makes Us look pounds lighter — was $100, now $70!
14. Lady in Red: Show off your style savviness in straight-leg velvet pants that make entertaining while looking good effortlessly easy — was $99, now $70!
15. Midnight Attire: Ring in the New Year in a playful, figure-flattering sequined midi skirt that lets you shine all night long — was $119, now $83!
16. Shimmer & Shine: A metallic midi dress is a great way to balance trendiness with elegance at any and every age — was $119, now $80!
17. Bow-Tastic: Be the present of the party when you walk in wearing this beautiful rhinestone bow sweater that embraces glitz and glamour — was $120, now $84!