As the Christmas party season looms large in the social calendar, women everywhere turn their attention to choosing the correct outfit for out-of-hours dining and dancing. But as seasoned party-goers know, this isn't quite as easy as it sounds: you can't really go into work looking like you belong in a cocktail bar…. but who has the time to start from scratch come the evening festivities? The solution is to make one outfit work to transition both day and night. Read on and follow our guide to getting it right this Christmas…
Rule Number One: Pick a staple that will work for both looks. A simple shift dress will look professional from 9-5pm but can also be easily transformed into a head-turning LBD for an evening out. Black or red are great colours for this time of year – but keep the hemline and neckline conservative to avoid an office faux pas. But how to wear it? This leads me neatly on to….
Rule Number Two: Accessorise, accessorise and accessorise some more! In case you hadn't already guessed, it's the little extras that will make all the difference. For daytime, I recommend wrapping a pretty scarf around your neck and finishing off with a simple pair of earrings… keep the diamonds and bling for the nighttime do! This is where you can afford to be a little more adventurous…so whip out a bright skinny belt to cinch in your waist and add a selection of necklaces and bracelets for visual interest.
Rule Number Three: This is all about perfect pairings. Look the part in a smart blazer during the day; and simply add a pair of cute co-ordinating flats to finish the look. Replace with a pair of killer heels come the nighttime for instant sophistication (and remember; practice makes perfect when it comes to dancing in them!)
Rule Number Four: The transformation doesn't stop there: don't forget to pack your make-up bag as you'll need to add a touch more colour to cheeks and lips and some darker eye make-up too. Spritz the roots of your hair with a volumising spray for a slightly fuller evening look and finish off with a spray of your favourite scent…no-one will ever guess your glamorous look was achieved in a matter of minutes!
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