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Have yourself a very beautiful Christmas

When the party invitation­s start to arrive, make sure you’re dressed to say yes!

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Time to shine

For a showstoppi­ng look, go all-out in a full-length sequin dress. This makes for a refreshing change from an LBD, yet remains just as versatile thanks to flattering and glamorous sequins. Wear with a pair of neat ballet flats or black kitten heel mules if you need a height boost.

Merry & bright

Who says festive jumpers can’t be stylish? We love this Scandi-style knit from Marks & Spencer and, when teamed with a bold red skirt, you have an outfit that is both cosy and fabulous.

Black tie style

Breeze through the party season in this one-piece wonder – a tux-style jumpsuit that ticks all the boxes if you’re not a lover of girlie dresses. Wear as it is with embellishe­d flats for a fancy cocktail party or, if you like to cover your arms, layer a fine-knit poloneck underneath – sparkly lurex styles are great for glam nights out.

Blazer glory

This season, look no further than a velvet blazer to add instant luxe to your wardrobe. Perfect for upgrading jeans and a cashmere sweater or worn over a slinky slip dress, this is one gift that is for more than just Christmas.

’Tis the sequin

Winter’s big trend from the high street is the sequin skirt, which is ideal for fun, twinkly dressing. A statement piece that requires little effort – take a less-is-more approach and wear with classic Breton-style tops and cashmere sweaters.

White Christmas

Dress like an A-lister and embrace head-to-toe shades of white and pale metallics to make an entrance. Expensivel­ooking and sumptuous, this may not be the outfit to cook Christmas lunch in, but it’s a real uplifting alternativ­e to black for special occasions.

All wrapped up

Dress down a dramatic party skirt with a rollneck sweater for an understate­d yet unique outfit that will take you from day to night. For romantic winter walks, team with a beautiful hat and scarf combo. If you’re going for all-out glam, swap for a faux-fur wrap and a diamanté hair pin.

Make it modern

Easy-to-wear separates that work with the rest of your wardrobe make for versatile festive style. Find a great shirt to team with wide-leg trousers or a simple pencil skirt – a go-to for last-minute party invites. Add a punchy splash of colour with bold accessorie­s.

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 ??  ?? Dress, £325, 8-18, Phase Eight.Hat, £19.50, M&S Collection.Gloves, £29, The White Company. ➺Shoes, £100, 2-9, French Sole
Dress, £325, 8-18, Phase Eight.Hat, £19.50, M&S Collection.Gloves, £29, The White Company. ➺Shoes, £100, 2-9, French Sole
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 ??  ?? Jumper, £29.50, xs-xl, Marks & Spencer. Skirt, £89, 6-16, Coast. Earrings, £12, Accessoriz­e. Ballet pumps, £100, 2-9, French Sole
Jumper, £29.50, xs-xl, Marks & Spencer. Skirt, £89, 6-16, Coast. Earrings, £12, Accessoriz­e. Ballet pumps, £100, 2-9, French Sole
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 ??  ?? Jumpsuit, £55, 10-20, Roman. Earrings, £35, Adore. ➺Shoes, £110, 3-9, Boden
Jumpsuit, £55, 10-20, Roman. Earrings, £35, Adore. ➺Shoes, £110, 3-9, Boden
 ??  ?? Blazer, £198, 6-16, The White Company. Blouse, £79, 8-18, Temperley at John Lewis & Partners.Trousers, £189, 6-16, Me+em.Ring, £15, Z for Accessoriz­e.Shoes, £139, 2-8, Carvela
Blazer, £198, 6-16, The White Company. Blouse, £79, 8-18, Temperley at John Lewis & Partners.Trousers, £189, 6-16, Me+em.Ring, £15, Z for Accessoriz­e.Shoes, £139, 2-8, Carvela
 ??  ?? Top, £69, xxs-xl, Petit Bateau. Skirt, £69.99, s-l, Mango. Earrings, £15, Marks & Spencer. Shoes, £35, 3-7, Faith at Debenhams
Top, £69, xxs-xl, Petit Bateau. Skirt, £69.99, s-l, Mango. Earrings, £15, Marks & Spencer. Shoes, £35, 3-7, Faith at Debenhams
 ??  ?? Top, £89, 6-18, Mint Velvet. Trousers, £89, 6-18, Coast. Earrings, £35, Adore. Shoes, £99, 3-8, Dune
Top, £89, 6-18, Mint Velvet. Trousers, £89, 6-18, Coast. Earrings, £35, Adore. Shoes, £99, 3-8, Dune
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 ??  ?? Jumper, £35, xxs-xl, Ninety Percent. Skirt, £69, 6-22, Jenny Packham at Debenhams. Hat, £69; scarf, £129, both Me+em. Boots, £179, 3-8, Carvela
Jumper, £35, xxs-xl, Ninety Percent. Skirt, £69, 6-22, Jenny Packham at Debenhams. Hat, £69; scarf, £129, both Me+em. Boots, £179, 3-8, Carvela
 ?? Photograph­y: Wendy Carrig Stylist: Jo Atkinson Stylist’s assistant: Lucy Trievnor Hair & make-up artist: Sally Kvalheim @ Angeli & Co using Kérastase and Clinique Set designer: Michelle Lester Location: Thanks to Belmont House ?? Coat, £110, 10-32, Simply Be. Blouse, £25.99, xs-xl, Zara. Skirt, £79.95, 8-22, Madeleine. Bag, £60, Boden. Shoes, £95, 3-7, Nine West
Photograph­y: Wendy Carrig Stylist: Jo Atkinson Stylist’s assistant: Lucy Trievnor Hair & make-up artist: Sally Kvalheim @ Angeli & Co using Kérastase and Clinique Set designer: Michelle Lester Location: Thanks to Belmont House Coat, £110, 10-32, Simply Be. Blouse, £25.99, xs-xl, Zara. Skirt, £79.95, 8-22, Madeleine. Bag, £60, Boden. Shoes, £95, 3-7, Nine West

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