The festive season is a real whirl. It’s not just the evening invites, but the extra life admin involved. By the time you’ve bought and wrapped gifts, put up the tree and sent your cards, it can be hard to find time to prioritise getting the perfect Christmas party outfit. Worry not: we’ve done the hard work for you, scouring the high street for the stand-out, of-the-moment looks that will instantly get you into the party spirit.

Sequins are a festive classic, but what was nice about this season is that it felt like there was a plethora of new options available too. Silver leather, embellished denim and diamante motifs all featured heavily in the collections. Harris Reed’s autumn/winter 2024 show for Parisian fashion house Nina Ricci opened with an elegant Precious Lee bedecked in a sparkling polka dot tulle creation that set the tone for statement evening wear.

As well as knock-out gowns, there have been plenty more wearable evening options doing the rounds, including silver trousers. We love the Whistles leather pair, but Mango and Jigsaw also have stand-out options. The silver trouser is the perfect way to extend the shelf life of a party piece; it will look cool in January dressed down with a cashmere knit and pair of Converse.

Whatever your party style, we have a look to suit.

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