BACK TO BLACK

It’s many people’s fashion comfort blanket – timeless, elegant and universally flattering – black is partywear personified (even though fashion doyen Anna Wintour hates it). From LBDs to cool elegant tuxedos, we’re obsessed with the easy, effortless style of anything in this iconic shade.

Sparkle maxi dress

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£49

Sheer lace blouse

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£38

Textured maxi dress

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£96

Mesh kitten heel

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£44

Velvet suit

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Jacket £66, trousers £45

Corsage scrunchie

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£10

Embellished barrel jeans

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£120

Floral clutch

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£38

Lace maxi skirt

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£69

PUT A BOW ON IT

Bow jumpsuit

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£85

Bows have been everywhere in 2024 and bow videos on TikTok have racked up more than 1bn views – so it’s a trend that’s going to explode during party season. You can dip your toe in the ribbon tied waters and add a single statement to your look or embrace the art of bow stacking – piling bows on bows on outfits, shoes, hair and jewellery. Simply wrap up and put a bow on it.

Tabitha Simmons mules

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£99

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Bow mini dress

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£49

Hair clip

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£10

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Strapless midi

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£42

Glitter mini

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£60

Party jumper

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£42

Party flats

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£38

Statement clutch

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£14

SHINY HAPPY PEOPLE

Dress up like a disco ball and sparkle from November to New Year. You can keep the razzle dazzle on the down low by pairing one statement sparkly number with classics – a sequin dress with tuxedo blazer or an LBD with statement accessories. Or commit to the look at be see from space. This is your time to shine, so go for it.

Sequin co-ord

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Skirt £44, t-shirt £39

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Tabitha Simmons mules

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£99

Off shoulder top

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£40

Statement earrings

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£14

Maxi skirt

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£47

Sequin blazer

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£58

Silver sling backs

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£55

Sequin tank top

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£45

Strapless maxi

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£75

INTO THE WILD

Embroidered maxi dress

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£99

If you can’t go full throttle glam during the party season, when can you? Go wild with animal print, metallics, faux fur, feathers and shower yourself in sequins. Tis the season to be bold and make a statement. Be the talk of the party for all the right reasons, just be careful who you kiss under the mistletoe.

Western boots

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£89

Leopard blazer

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£52

Sheer leaf top

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£48

Short faux fur

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£65

Fringe blouse

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£65

Clutch bag

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£28

Ruched dress

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£39

Sequin suit

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Jacket £76, Trousers £44

ALL WHITE ON THE NIGHT

Unleash your party power and wear head-to-toe winter whites. Not only does it give off rich lady vibes, giving a polished, expensive look without really trying. Just steer clear of tomato sauces and red wine.