Understated, but Still Chic, Party Wear for the Festive Season

If you’re on social media or subscribe to any fashion channels you’ll have noticed the trend towards party wear that’s more subdued and chic, rather than full-on party gowns. More and more there’s a need to be able to get ‘dressed-up’ more quickly, maybe for that after work cocktail party or dinner date with friends…. and the go-to look is more casual but still with the desire to look elegant and refined.

Maybe we’re seeing this more due to the aftermath of the casual attire we found ourselves wearing during lockdown…. whatever the reason, my Blog today focuses on this trend and I’m sharing with you some gorgeous pieces that I’ve recently come across…

Style note: two outfits have been shared with you under each heading. The first I would suggest is more suited if you have a ‘cool’ skin-tone and the second more for those of you with a ‘warm’ skin-tone.


The Velvet Suit


These items look beautiful worn together or separately, teamed with high heels or trainers. They’re the perfect versatile item to have in your wardrobe for this time of year!

Wyse velvet suit

wyse velvet jacket and trouser, click here to view

 
Boden velvet suit

Boden velvet suit in red, click here to view

 

The Day-Time to Party-Ready Dress

Two examples of dresses that can take you from day to evening with ease.
For the day-time team with a lovely cashmere jumper and boots, and for the evening swap the jumper for a beautiful jacket, add stylish jewellery and some heels and your party-ready!

And Other Stories Linen Midi Wrap Dress

And Other stories linen midi wrap dress in white/blue, click here to view

Next Satin Dress

next satin shirt dress in pink/cream, click here to view

The Jumpsuit with a Bit of Drama

Me&Em Jumpsuit

me and em super wide-leg halterneck jumpsuit in black, click here to view

Karen Millen British Museum Celestial Pleat Jumpsuit

Karen Millen British museum celestial pleat jumpsuit, click here to view

 

Sparkly Accessories to Elevate an Outfit

Reiss

Reiss baines crystal pointed court heels in black, click here to view

Reiss biscuit clement crystal point ankle boots, click here to view

the curate shop lisou celia belt green/silver, click here to view

the curate shop, stine goya paris clutch, click here to view

This blog was first posted December 2022, as you would expect now in December 2024 some of the products are no longer available.
So, here’s some December 2024 style inspiration for you:

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