It's Party Time
It’s the season to get glammed up - here are 7 fashion trends to know about, from babydoll dresses to Carrie Bradshaw heels
Christmas is just around the corner, but before we get to the big day, there’s the fun and frivolity of party season to enjoy – and outfits to plan. Whether you have one big bash to shop for or a few seasonal shindigs, this year you’re spoilt for choice in the fashion department, with cute cocktail dresses, chic separates and fab accessories to suit everyone’s style. These are the seven key trends everyone needs to know about this festive season…
Baby Doll dresses
With puff sleeves and a short, voluminous skirt, babydoll dresses in pastel and candy colours are the prettiest way to do party dressing. Add 70s style platform heels and statement earrings and you’re ready for the dance floor.
GEORGE AT ASDA G21 Pink Taffeta Puff Sleeve Dress €22, visit global.direct.asda.com
NEW LOOK Anne-Marie Loves My Hero Ultimate Party Petite White Mini Dress €46.99, visit newlook.com
FOREVER NEW Babydoll Rubi Dress €87.99, visit zalando.ie
SATC heels
Step out in style with a pair of diamante encrusted shoes inspired by Carrie Bradshaw’s iconic heels in the Sex And The City movie.
These classic courts were a major trend on the autumn/winter catwalks and now we’re seeing them on the high street in everything from royal blue to hot pink.
Manolo Blahnik Hangisi Pumps €994, visit farfetch.com
DUNE LONDON Breanna Heels €142, visit dunelondon.com
Long Sleeved dresses
Go all-out with a sequin-covered long-sleeved dress in a brilliantly bright hue. A frock like this needs little by way of accessories, just strappy heels and a clutch.
MONSOON Sasha Sequin Shift Dress Pink €132, visit monsoonlondon.com
STAR BY JULIEN MACDONALD Purple Sequin Dress €93.50, visit kaleidoscope.co.uk
Pearl earrings
Pearls have made a major comeback in recent years, but we’re not talking demure studs.
This season’s statement pairs are bold and beautiful.
OLIVER BONAS Perla Double Pearl Drop Gold Plated Drop Earrings €51, visit oliverbonas.com
MARTINA HAMILTON Gold Stud Earrings with Pearls €220, visit martinahamilton.ie
Flashy tops
The ‘going out top’ is still going strong, with high-necked blouses in jewel tones the ideal match for jeans or wide-leg trousers.
RIVER ISLAND Silver Sequin Top €75, visit riverisland.ie
M&CO Green Sparkle Blouse €41.40, visit mandco.com
VERY MICHELLE KEEGAN Satin High Neck Blouse Pink €40, visit littlewoodsireland.ie
Sequin trousers
Prefer tailoring to party frocks? Add some glitz with a pair of sequinned trousers teamed with a simple black top or coordinating tee.
HOPE FASHION The Sequin Trouser Black €163, visit hopefashion.co.uk
ZARA Sequinned Flared Trousers €49.95, visit zara.com
DEFACTO Relax Fit Embroidered Wide Leg Trousers Black €34.90, visit eu.defacto.com
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