What To Wear To All Your Christmas Parties
The invites are stacking up, but do they call for the Rixo sequin mini dress or your fave sparkly sweater? Trying to navigate the festive season is one thing without having to manage wardrobe dilemmas. Thankfully, we’ve curated a list of everything you’ll need to conquer the office party, drinks at the neighbours or even the glitziest of soirees. So slip on those heels, pour us a bellini and read on to find your Christmas Party outfits….
We know our fashion, we love the trends, but sometimes different occasions don’t call for the latest mini dress, platforms and polka dot tights. By all means, go all out if you fancy. However, you’ll be 100% more comfortable in flat velvet pumps while sipping mulled wine at the family get-together, than teetering in sky-high heels making small chat with great auntie Maud. Believe us, we’ve got you covered. Featuring some of our most beloved brands, from & Other Stories to Jimmy Choo, this edit will definitely take the pressure off your social diary…
The Cocktail Party
This party is all about turning up the glitz: decadence and opulence are a must. Think metallics and jewel tones, sky-high heels and lavish drop earrings. Designers are making up for that barren time in fashion when all we wore were saggy sweatpants; sequins are BACK. LuisaViaRoma is a must for all things spectacular. We’re talking knock-out dresses from Staud, Rotate and Costarellos, strappy sandals from the leading names in design and bags as lavish as the jewels. Queens of Archive has also taken care of those looking for that sexy, rock ‘n’ roll edge. Honestly, we’re obsessed.
QUEENS OF ARCHIVE SABEL DRESS
£395
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Queens Of Archive have nailed the coolest party looks with their punchy retro Studio 54 vibes worn by all of fashion’s most fabulous.
The Work Party
Very much dependent on what line of work you’re in, but we’ve pulled together the fail-safe offerings. You want to look chic, stylish and en pointe, even when you’re four tequilas down. The ‘fashion’ suit is currently having a moment with iterations in silks, velvets and rich powerful colours, plus when paired with killer heels, you’ve just tripled the impact. Look to Reiss, Ba&sh and All Saints for tailoring with a difference. Ultimately, you can never go wrong with a beautifully cut blazer, either with tailored trousers or draped elegantly across the shoulders over long dresses or jumpsuits.
BA&SH TUCK BLAZER & BA&SH TEANA PANTS
£340 & £230
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The House Party
We love an occasion to up the glam factor, but let’s face it, nothing beats a relaxed drink with pals in the comfort of home. You can obviously go as casual as you prefer, but how about switching it up. A hint of embellishment, a touch of metallics, teeny yet fabulous heels, you can so bring on the cocktail party feels without overdoing it. Take the Sleeper feather party pyjamas. With a cult-following, this set has stormed social media. It is so utterly flirty and fabulous, yet luxuriously comfortable. If this is bordering on the OTT for you, then look to knits teamed with midi skirts or sequin trousers; faux leather and blouses or rhinestone tops with baggy jeans. Simply put, keep it simple.
SLEEPER PARTY PYJAMA SET WITH FEATHERS
£245
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