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WHAT TO WEAR
WEAR BRITISH Support both Queen and country by choosing British designs to wear on the day. Whistles, Marks & Spencer and French Connection have a great selection of party wear, or splash out on Paul Smith, Jonathan Saunders and Mulberry. FLORALS Go for bold blooms in bright colours for a celebratory look. Oasis has this summer’s best floral collection with dresses and skirts starting from £55 (oasis-stores.com). Gents could try a silk floral tie from Drakes at Mrporter.com. HARK BACK TO THE FIFTIES Pay homage to the period with full-skirted dresses, and a preppy-style cardigan with sharply pressed slacks for men. Beyondretro.com has an authentic selection. ACCESSORISE WITH JEWELS Create an air of majesty with some well-selected costume jewellery. Go for pearls and coloured stones (amethyst and rubies for extra royal points) in cluster earrings and choker necklaces. Butler and Wilson has a wide array of statement jewels including a tiara and crown motif ring (butlerandwilson.co.uk). HEAD WEAR Headpieces are an absolute must for a Jubilee party, as we all know that the Royal family loves a good hat. Choose classic shapes such as a trilby or simple disc fascinator in bright colours. Add fresh flowers, coloured feathers and ribbons galore. RED, WHITE AND BLUE Show your patriotic side by wearing the colours of the flag from top to toe. Rubyanded.co.uk stocks canvas pumps in all three shades while Dorothy Perkins has jeans and sunglasses from £5. DRESS AS A ROYAL Whether it’s Kate’s wedding dress or Charles’s ears, raid the dressing-up box and bring a touch of the monarchy to your celebrations. Visit delights.co.uk for royal masks and cardboard cut-outs. DIAMONDS Mark our Queen’s diamond year by incorporating crystals into your Jubilee outfit. French Sole has created two styles of silver ballet pumps with diamond embellishment starting from £150 (frenchsole.com), while Marks & Spencer has a Swarovski crystal bow tie at £12 (marksandspencer.com). UNION FLAGS Try Pandora’s Union flag charms starting from £30, English Eccentrics’ Elizabeth Union flag scarf (£120 from Liberty.co.uk), and H Samuel’s cufflinks at £24.99. HORSE PLAY Pay tribute to the Royal family’s favourite sport by donning a riding hat. Shiny black riding boots are a must, as is a red hunting jacket – hobby horse optional. FRANKIE GRADDON