I have a confession: One of the things I worry about during the holidays is what I’m going to wear to all the family, friends, and work related festivities occuring back to back in December. Call me a girl (I am) and shallow (at times), but with so many events to attend, a girl can’t help but bemoan her dearth of outfit options. So guys, if you’ve found yourself pondering this same dilemna, may I offer some advice and suggest – wait for it – a sweater?

The sweater is easily one of the most overlooked items in your wardrobe, yet it’s also one of the most versatile. It belongs in our most favorite category of clothing: stuff-you-can-wear-for-both-work-and-play. Check out the looks below on how to style your sweater for whatever dressy or casual occasion transpires.

Chris Pine in a button up, slacks, and sweater by Prada, displaying business casual at it’s finest. Who doesn’t eat pastrami sandwiches in head to toe Prada?

J. Crew Wool-Cashmere Jersey Deep V-Neck Sweater ($55) demonstrates sweaters go just as well with a t-shirt and jeans as with a collared shirt and slacks.

Wear your favorite plaid shirt underneath J. Crew’s Cashmere Rib-Shawl Pullover ($239). The plaid accents add a festive touch to your outfit.

And lastly I leave you with a picture of Joseph Gordon Levitt, looking adorable in a holiday-esque sweater by French Connection. It’s “holiday” but not in that tacky ugly Christmas sweater way.

Whether it’s the v-neck, crew neck, or even the rib-shawl pullover, the sweater’s got you covered this season, don’t even “sweat” it! Merry Christmas!

Photos: GQ