FASHION
Styled by Sophia
HOW TO DRESS FOR
THE PARTY SEASON
T
he dark nights are slowly creeping in on
us, which can mean only one thing –
Christmas party season is fast approaching.
So, if you’re anything like me and you spend
the majority of your working days sporting a
messy top knot and a questionable outfit, styled
alongside your 10-minute makeup routine, then
the Christmas party is the perfect opportunity for
you to showcase your style.
We’ve all had that dilemma when we wonder
how we can attend the party of the year looking
stylish but professional, confident but comfortable
and, most of all, beautiful but not bloated (after
we’ve managed to drag ourselves away from the
desserts, of course).
Whether you’re looking to play it safe with
a classic LBD or stand out in a show-stopping
jumpsuit, there are tons of styles available for us
Teesside ladies to make sure we’re looking fabulous
this festive season.
So here are five outfit ideas that have Christmas
party written all over them! And best of all, you can
find them all right here on Teesside.
New Tees Life columnist Sophia Gowland
with tips on dressing for the festivities
Topshop | The Snake Jacquard
Knot Midi Dress | £49
This Topshop dress is the perfect option if
you’re looking to make a statement. Just add
your favourite black shoes and clutch, a pair
of metallic earrings and you’ll be good to go.
(FYI, this dress comes in tall, regular and
petite options too, which means it’s perfect
whatever your shape or size).
Available online or Topshop, The Cleveland
Centre, Middlesbrough.
Rag & Doll | Yazmin
One Shoulder Backless
Jumpsuit | £139
Ditching the dress and going
for a classy jumpsuit is a
great choice for partywear.
This one ensures you’re
nailing the perfect mix of
showing off some skin – but
not too much.
Available online or email
[email protected] to
arrange an appointment.
River Island | Pink floral Jacquard
Co-ord Set | Jacket £75 Trousers £45
Christmas is the one time of year you
can get away with wearing a pattern
that’s a little more daring than you would
normally go for. So if you’re feeling brave,
this co-ord set will tick all the boxes.
Available online or instore at Teesside
Shopping Park.
Lielle Womenswear | Audrey Wrap Skirt | £72
Snap up this seriously festive skirt for the party. Dress it up with the
matching top and sandals, or go a little more casual to the party with
black high neck jumper and ankle boots.
Available online or email [email protected] to arrange an appointment.
The Fashion Bible | Snakeskin
Shorts | £15.99
Snakeskin is one of this season’s
biggest trends, so these shorts will
look amazing styled with a blazer
- which also solves the bloating
issue I mentioned earlier too,
so you can fill your boots at the
buffet with this outfit!
Online order only via
thefashionbible.co.uk.
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