Shared from Fashion | The Guardian
The office party is dead, at least for this year; long live the smaller at-home alternative that involves your best friends or family rather than Barry from accounts (sorry Barry). Of course, you still need an outfit for the occasion.
After the sequin drought that was last winter, it’s little wonder so many of us have plans to go all out with traffic stopping-frocks – upcycled sequins anyone? Rental is the dream for those who want to step out of their comfort zone without splashing the cash on something that will never see the light of day again.
For a festive look that works for outdoor gatherings too, versatility is essential. Seek out mid-length styles you can wear with boots (tights are great but it’s nice to have a day off) or layer under a jumper if your get-together is a bit more casual.
Karen Dacre
Buy
One-shoulder midi, £95, stories.com
Opt for a classic midi with a modern twist.
Orange off-the-shoulder, £285, essentiel-antwerp.com
Make a statement in a classic cocktail number.
Rose sequin, £99, aligne.co
Made from deadstock sequinned material.
Rent
Pink lace by M&S x Ghost, from £16 for four days’ rental at hirestreetuk.com
Style a classic lace dress with some cream knee-high boots.
Brown satin by Bec & Bridge, from £34, from hurrcollective.com
Wear with layered gold jewellery for a nod to the 1990s.
Watercolour print by Stine Goya, from £69 for one month at onloan.co
This is perfect for the party season: rent it for the office do and beyond.
Thrift
Red floral by the Attico, £240, sellierknightsbridge.com
Add a touch of evening glamour with gold sandals and a satin clutch.
Yellow 80s style, from SGH Antique clothing, £108, etsy.com
Just add big earrings to this Dynasty-esque style.
Navy chiffon maxi, £49.99, revivalvintage.co.uk
Nothing shouts party like a classic 70s maxi.
Images and Article from Fashion | The Guardian