Cocktail Party attire....HELP!!!!!!!!!!!

[Rocio]

Hello, everyone!!
My husband and I are invited to a Holiday party, and the invitation (both by postal mail and an e-vite) says to wear a "cocktail party" attire (quotes included). Since we are not from the US, and we don´t know the rules of etiquette here, I´ve looked in the internet, and it says that for women is short black dresses....However, this is winter now....Am I supposed to dress in a short dress anyway? Do I have to wear short dress or skirts at all, or can I use nice pants? How are the shoes supposed to be? I know that I´ll be outside for a short period of time, but what happens if it´s really really cold?
Any help is appreciated!
Thanks!
Rocio

[Botanique]

Rocio -- hope this isn't too late. Black slacks and a nice blouse with possibly heels or boots with heels and a nice blazer (if you have red perfect) or jacket would be just fine. Good luck!

[Rocio]

Originally Posted by Botanique

Rocio -- hope this isn't too late. Black slacks and a nice blouse with possibly heels or boots with heels and a nice blazer (if you have red perfect) or jacket would be just fine. Good luck!

Thank you so much! It's not late at all, the party will be on Dec. 11. THANKS!