It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… that unnecessarily stressful time of year when the invites start rolling in and the cash starts rolling out. With so many upcoming work soirees, it becomes a job in itself finding enough outfits to wear without resorting to the double up. The festive season is about sparkle, extravagance and flair – you can wear that LBD anytime of year, so why not go all out? Here’s our pick to solidify your status as the jingle belle of the ball… or at the very least snag a smooch under the mistletoe.
Gucci
Sequins pretty much epitomise Christmas cheer and while they may not be appropriate all year-round, a good glitzy
investment piece should be able to serve you year after year. This Gucci sequin dress with crystal details is truly timeless and totally wearable despite its opulent detailing: tiny multi-coloured Swarovski stones and rosettes have been embroidered on top of the sequins, making it near impossible for your colleagues to outshine you.
Gucci
Velvet is huge again this season, and it’s a material that makes a comeback at least once a decade, so you need not worry that it’ll never see the light of day post-party season.
Nobody understands glam better than Balmain, and this figure-hugging studded velvet midi will have you looking like the prettiest Christmas decoration in the room.
Balmain
Metallics are another trend that’ll be sticking around long after the Christmas tree has shed its needles. A simple gold or silver slip dress will always be en vogue, and can be paired with thick tights, winter boots and a statement coat for a grand entrance.
Phillip Lim
If you want your outfit to be all about the dress, opt for something a little flashier. This 1 Philip Lim dress combines three of this season’s biggest trends – velvet, metallic and mustard – but will never go out of style.
Alexander McQueen
Lace has always been associated with luxury and thus it’ll always get you noticed. It’s naughty, nice, gothic and regal all at the same time! This Alexander McQueen lace mini shows off just enough skin while also telling fellow revellers you’re a bit of a boss bitch. Or, for kiss-me-quick sex appeal, opt for this floor-length Roberto Cavalli backless dress that provides all the seductiveness of lace with all the winter-warming benefits of wool. Et voila!
Written by Thea Carley
