A modern day Angel Gabriel was surely the springboard for this shift. A convincing homage to a Victoria Beckham design, Debenhams version is a fraction of the price with the same heavenly results.
White Fir Trim Dress, £45, sizes 8-20, available from mid to late November, Red Herring at www.debenhams.com
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If sequins and sparkles are too saccharine for your taste, seek out a patterned shift. BHS’ version has a metallic sheen so it’s ideal for festive soirées.
Organza Shift Dress, £55, sizes 8-22, www.bhs.co.uk
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When in doubt, matching your dress to the colour of mulled wine works year in year out. Especially if its got a lovely lace overlay and a skirt with swoosh.
Lace V-neck Dress, £65, sizes 6R-18R, www.next.co.uk
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This spangled tunic from Savoir puts your comfort at a premium so expect a loose silhouette, sensible hemline and set of roomy sleeves.
Graduated Split Sleeve Sequin Tunic, £82, sizes 10-20, Savoir at www.littlewoods.com
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It takes three steps to look cool at yule. Take a gunmetal gown with an asymmetric neckline, straighten locks into a smooth sheet and slip feet into spiky court shoes.
Monogram Shimmer One-shoulder Dress, £85, sizes 6-16, bananarepublic.gap.co.uk
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As the colour of Santa’s suit and Ruldoph’s nose, red is an obvious choice for Christmas. And thanks to boxy proportions and an elegant length, this swathe of silk will flatter all figures. The bold will make a co-ord with outerwear in fiery fur, while the rest of us stick to the safe combo of shiny boots and a slicked back bun.
Autograph Dress, £89, sizes 8-22, available in store, www.marksandspencer.com
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A snazzier shindig calls for a floor-grazing gown. We’re coveting the Cleopatra-esque collar on M&S’ dress, not to mention the fact that it’ll contour most shapes with its nipped in waist and subtly flaring skirt.
M&S Collection Dress, £150, sizes 8-22, www.marksandspencer.com
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The slouchy cut of this T-shirt dress balances out its sumptuous texture. Just add shoulder-sweeping earrings and opaque black tights to score extra style points.
Silk Velvet Dress, £165, sizes 6-18, www.toa.st
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The adage ‘less is more’ is one we’re choosing to ignore this yule. Since we won’t settle for anything less than sheer panels, sequins, feathers and lace work, it looks like this inky-blue Coast dress fits the bill.
Lina Feather Dress, £156, sizes 6-16, www.coast-stores.com
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The embroidery on this gown gives off a Gothic sensibility. But while an aura of dark romance is bewitching, it seems slightly at odds with the season of festive merriment. Take advantage of the fact it's a sheer overlay then by teaming with a bronze-coloured slip. You'll soon be shining with Christmas spirit.
Socoro Sequins Semi-sheer Dress, £175, sizes 6-16, www.frenchconnection.com
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This dress is the colour of brandy butter and has tiny disco balls dancing on its surface. We needn’t say more, except that its slender straps and A-line skirt make it super slimming.
Embellished Spot Dress, £179, sizes 6-22, www.boden.co.uk
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A conservative sleeve length means you can brave bare legs in this one, but we suggest also slinging a fur stole around your shoulders. It'll add texture to its sequined surface and keep chills at bay.
Flocked sequin dress, £179, sizes 8-14, www.jigsaw-online.com
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This shift’s sixties silhouette and daisy print makes it a cheerful choice for Christmas. Give it some swing by pairing with a subtle bouffant and a precise flick of liquid liner.
Floral Sequin Dress, £180, sizes 6-16, www.jaeger.co.uk
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Subtly is key to mastering the grown up LBD. Wear Havren’s velvet version with a glossy ponytail to show off those snippets of skin around the collarbone.
Velvet Tulle Midi Dress, £199, sizes 8-16, www.havren.co.uk
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Style mavens will appreciate this gown’s asymmetric hem and micro pleating. Since it’s the season of the comfort and joy, we suggest pairing with a berry-coloured overcoat to make its earthy hue more festive.
Pleat and patchwork dress, £215, sizes 6-16, www.karenmillen.com
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This dress’s crimson accents, black bodice and flared silhouette embrace a dark sensuality. Oversized accoutrements – be they earrings, bracelets or rings – and a mane of tumbling curls are what's needed to soften the look slightly.
Castilian Rose Dress, £228, sizes 6-14, www.anthropologie.eu
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We can imagine Kate Middleton sporting this ruby-red dress for Christmas Day at Sandringham. If it’s good enough for our future Queen...
Rhomona Floral Lace Dress, £245, sizes 4-14, www.reiss.com
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Hobbs surpassed itself this season with the dreamiest of dress collections. Our pick for Christmas party season? This diaphanous sheath of shimmering, oyster-pink lamé. Its easy elegance will have suitors jostling under the mistletoe.
Debutante Lamé Dress, £249, sizes 8-18, www.hobbs.co.uk
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Delicate clusters of beads – and the fact it’s the hue of holly berries – mean this dress is made for Christmas cocktail hour. Pair with strappy sandals and a sleek box clutch to let it do the talking.
Kent Embellished Dress, £375, sizes 6-18, www.lkbennett.com
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We couldn’t resist throwing this jacquard two-piece into the mix. Tailoring will stand out in a sea of cocktail dresses, plus you can re-wear the jacket and trousers as separates long after the 12 days of Christmas.
Jacquard Jacket, £42, sizes 8-20; Jacquard Trouser, £38, sizes 8-20, both Star by Julien MacDonald at www.debenhams.com
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