Playful prints & a sprinkling of sparkle: the joy of fashion

Bring a maximalist attitude to even the most intimate celebrations this year with shimmering sequins and sweeping gowns

1 THE NEW CO-ORD

Last season’s cashmere cardigan and bralette get a Studio 54-style upgrade in time for Christmas. Pair with a pleated tulle dress and get ready to go-go.

Sequin jersey dustcoat, £450; matching bra, £125; matching knickers, £95, all Forte-Forte. Tulle dress, £1,700 Molly Goddard. Satin sandals, £830 Celine by Hedi Slimane

THE SHEER SHIRT

Dare to bare in a tailored take on winter’s see-through trend. Giorgio Armani’s transparent top has bugle beads and embellished cuffs – plus a pair of matching trousers, if you’re feeling bold.

Sequin, tulle and velvet shirt, £9,950; sequin and tulle trousers, £8,150, both Giorgio Armani. Lycra and lace bra, £280; matching knickers, £160, both La Perla

THE PARTY PIECE

With lace ruffles, pretty paillettes and plenty of cold-shoulder chic, Saint Laurent’s mini-dress delivers dramatic impact.

Sequin and lace mini-dress, £4,265; metal and rhinestone earrings, £565; metal and crystal bracelet, £660; suede sandals, £755; tights, £150, all Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello

THE SATIN ROBE

For the ultimate in louche glamour, slip a pyjama-like kimono over a sweeping sequined gown. Bonus points for matching midnight shades. Jacquard silk and crystal coat, £2,650 Miu Miu. Sequin and silk dress, £1,259 Luisa Spagnoli

THE OTT ACCESSORY

Because when it comes to sparkle this season, too much is never enough.

Paillette-embellished bag, £590 Paco Rabanne. Sequin and leather dress, £2,750

Michael Kors Collection. Leather boots, £395 The Kooples

THE HAT TRICK

Nothing adds instant ooh là là to your look faster than a chic veiled beret.

Lace beret, about £475 Maison Michel. Tulle, wool and cashmere dress, £895 Fabiana Filippi. Tights, £16 Falke

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TH E MATCHING METALLICS

No jewellery? No problem. Gucci’s opulent silver gloves and shoulder bag will bathe you in reflected glory.

Sequin gloves, £485; sequin bag, £1,750; velvet jacket, £2,050, all Gucci

Channel your inner Diana (Ross) in Dolce & Gabbana’s show-stopping coat and prepare to sashay the night away.

Sequin coat, from a selection Dolce & Gabbana. Velvet belt, about £710 Roger Vivier.

Tights, £35 Wolford

THE TUX REDUX

Sleek gold trousers are the perfect foil for a masculine double-breasted blazer. Just add sky-high heels.

Wool blazer, £895 Paul Smith. Leather trousers, £3,080

Brunello Cucinelli. Satin sandals, £850 Manolo Blahnik. Crystal clutch, from a selection Fregoli. Rhodium

and crystal earrings, £195 CH Carolina Herrera

THE RAZZLE

DAZZLE ROLLNECK

For the quickest way to feel party-ready, tuck Ralph Lauren’s shimmering polo into long, lean

trousers and strike a pose. Sequin top, £249 Polo Ralph Lauren. Wool trousers, £800 Paul Smith. Brass and crystal earrings, £480; matching

ring, £340, both Lanvin