Later this week, or next, the office holiday party.

Then, there’s THE party where your boss invites you because you finally made it into the inner circle.

After that, the neighbors invite everyone over for an indoor block party that gets more lavish every year.

And one close friend has the nerve to get married for the second time, at this most hectic time of year with a celebration that begins in the afternoon and stretches right through the wee hours.

You need help!

First stop: BCBG’s Max & Cleo selection at Hip Chic in Upper Montclair, (www.hipchicnow.com) because these halter dresses are sexy, look expensive -- and face it, it’s a kick to buy clothes where teenagers shop!

Not baring your shoulders? Consider a Diane Von Furstenburg tuxedo dress. It’s hot, but a classic-- just like the designer. You’ll find it at the very classy Epitome, (www.epitomeinc.com) in Bernardsville. Test drive the glamorous black sequined Tory Burch tunic-style dress too.

Break out of black at Merrick’s on Moore Street in Princeton, where you’ll find racks of colorful Harari silk jackets that coordinate with long skirts. Or try on an URU top in midnight blue velvet.

For the latest from Paris, stop by Studio in Summit. You’ll find glittery crocheted lace skirts and matching camis, and owner David Minoo is charming and helpful.

You’re not finished yet. Tomorrow, we?ll go on a journey to find a stud with your name on it!