Martine McCutcheon's ultimate partywear guide for Christmas 2021


The actress reveals her favourite partywear picks...


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Megan Bull
Megan BullTV Writer
December 13, 2021

The Christmas party season is officially upon us and to celebrate, HELLO!’s digital guest editor Martine McCutcheon is revealing her favourite partywear picks of the season! From stylish sequin dresses to tailored tuxedo jumpsuits, statement diamond earrings to the chicest clutch bags, these festive finds are not to be missed! 

READ: 26 stylish party dresses to glam up in this Christmas

The perfect party dress

A woman in a black heart-button dress stands against a white background.

Rebecca Vallance Black Embellished Mini Dress, £215, Harvey Nichols

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You can never go wrong with a little black dress. Combining "retro flair with rock-chic glam," this embellished design hails from Rebecca Vallance's new season collection, and it also comes in a vibrant Santa red shade.

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A woman in a gold sequined dress and black sandals poses with hands on hips.

Champagne Full Skirt Sequin Cami Midi Dress, £83.40, Coast

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Go for gold this Christmas! Coast's sequin midi comes in a rich champagne hue and features a voluminous skirt and a statement back complete with crossover straps. 

A woman in a red slip dress and black sandals stands against a plain background.

Red Silk Slip Dress, £199.99, Mango

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Slip dresses are all the rage right now and Mango's festive red number would look so glam paired with strappy sandals and a shimmering jewellery set. 

A statement jumpsuit 

A woman in a black jumpsuit stands against a wall, holding a black purse.

Tuxedo Jumpsuit, £150, Boden

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Effortlessly elegant, one of Martine’s favourite picks is this tuxedo jumpsuit from Boden. Absolutely timeless, the wide-leg trousers, belted waist and halterneck create an uber flattering silhouette.

A woman in a black ribbed jumpsuit and high heels stands against a white wall.

Wide Leg Metallic Jumpsuit, £125, Phase Eight

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Phase Eight has created the ultimate all-in-one style for Christmas. Designed in a striking plisse texture, coordinate this metallic jumpsuit with droplet earrings and silver stilettos.

Sequin trousers

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Black Sequin Trousers, £45.50, Wallis

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Sequin trousers are selling like hotcakes right now, and we reckon this shimmering pair from Wallis will be sold out in no time – so you better act quick.

A bold red coat

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Red Wrap Coat, £56.68, Oasis

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If Martine's iconic Love Actually character, Natalie, has taught us anything, it's that a red coat is always a good idea. 

Party shoes

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Embellished Brooch Heels, £120, Dune London

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Also available in bright fuchsia and a textured metallic design, these embellished brooch heels will elevate every and any outfit.

A stylish suit

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Navy metallic blazer, £65, and matching trousers, £40, River Island

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Dress to the nines in a tailored two-piece this Christmas. Retailing at a total of £105, pair River Island's Midnight blue suit with a sequin cami for added glamour.

Kim Noorda stands in a black double-breasted suit and pants, posing against a white background.

Double-breasted blazer, £69.99, and matching trousers, £49.99, Mango

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Expect major compliments in this structured tuxedo-style suit. Shop the matching co-ord or layer your new favourite jacket over a sparkly party dress.

A sparkly bag

A small, sequined clutch with a chevron pattern and silver chain strap.

Shimmer Fringe Bag, £40, Accessorize

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Accessorize's shimmer fringe bag can be worn over the shoulder or styled as a clutch.

Black and silver studded clutch with a black strap on a white background.

Sparkle Tassel Clutch Bag, £49, Phase Eight

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Reduced to £49 in the sale, this beautiful black bag is adorned with sparkling tassels that glisten in the light. 

Statement earrings

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White Zirconia Dangly Earrings, £249, Sif Jakobs

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Handcrafted from the finest 925 sterling silver, these dangly earrings are studded with facet cut white zirconia. 

Pair of gold hoop earrings with diamonds and star charms.

Crystal Star Hoops in Gold, £65, Astrid & Miyu

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Astrid & Miyu's celestial design also comes in silver and rose gold. 

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Sparkling Round & Square Drop Earrings, £70, Pandora

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A sophisticated, yet simple design, Pandora's Sparkling Round & Square Drop Earrings are absolutely stunning.

Red lipstick

Two bareMinerals lipsticks, one with red cap and one with gold cap.

'Energy' Red Lipstick, £20, Bare Minerals

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And to polish off your partywear – a bold red lip of course. 

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