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HOT look winter wedding

Make your guest appearance one to remember in a chic outfit that will keep you cosy too

- by Grace Cahill

FROSTY candlelit tables, ice sculptures, twinkling lights and cosy open fires — ah, the glorious sophistica­tion of a winter wedding. It’s hardly surprising that we struggle with the style rules when faced with such an opulent occasion.

Receive a winter wedding invite and a multitude of questions arise. Can I wear black? Are sequins too festive? Is top-to-toe velvet too severe? Throwing on a floral maxi and embellishe­d heels feels instinctiv­e in warmer months, but during the chill of winter it’s an entirely different affair. For g means amping up the glam festive mood while staying w

Weddings involve plenty of so invest in a chic coat or ca on the day — and all winter l

I love the ease and versatilit­y of a tailored suit — a slinky top or printed blouse under a brocade or velvet trouser suit is a classic, yet memorable, look.

As for dresses, labels such as Rixo at Brown Thomas, Monsoon and Whistles are experiment­ing with silky iridescent fabrics and voluminous silhouette­s that can easily be dressed down. Shop wisely and the right one will see you through a New Year’s Eve party too.

Colour-wise, black is classic and timeless (and completely appropriat­e) while jewel shades such as ruby, sapphire and amethyst look decadent in fabrics like velvet and satin. Here are some trophy pieces to look out for...

 ??  ?? Plumetis dress, €415, Self-Portrait at Brown Thomas Katie dress, €330, Rixo London at Brown Thomas
Plumetis dress, €415, Self-Portrait at Brown Thomas Katie dress, €330, Rixo London at Brown Thomas
 ??  ?? Tanya midi dress, €199, Monsoon
Tanya midi dress, €199, Monsoon
 ??  ?? Arabella floral silk dress, €389, Whistles
Arabella floral silk dress, €389, Whistles
 ??  ?? Naddia jumpsuit, €335, Reiss
Naddia jumpsuit, €335, Reiss
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 ??  ?? Thea velvet jumpsuit, €325, Whistles
Thea velvet jumpsuit, €325, Whistles
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