Party season is officially upon us which can only mean one thing - the outfits have to shine brighter than the star at the top of the Christmas tree.
Whether you’ve got plans with the girls, a dinner date with your beau or a mid-week work party, finding the perfect ensemble to commemorate the festive season is essential. Time to shed the jogging bottoms and reach for the mini skirts, makeup and margaritas.
It doesn't help that there is so much choice when it comes to selecting the dream date night look. From pristine tailored suits to sumptuous velvets, the market is saturated with party-ready pieces to peruse.
Suits came back with a bang for AW25, championed by brands such as Acne Studios, Stella McCartney, Khaite, Margiela, Michael Kors, Marine Serre and Givenchy. Likewise, midi skirts reigned supreme, spanning sequinned options to lace scene-stealers courtesy of Gucci, Miu Miu and Prada.
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© ImaxtreeThen we have the age-old classics - we’re talking the LBDS, the faux fur coats, and the skirt suits which are and will always be oh-so Chanel.
In our humble opinion, we don’t get to dress up enough - so when the opportunity arises, we go all out. After all, Christmas is a time for giving, so why not give your friends and colleagues the gift of you looking exceptional?
Get those sartorial gears turning and discover ten failsafe outfit ideas for party season below.
Party season outfit ideas 2025:
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© Getty ImagesThe Power Suit
Suits - an absolute classic that will forever stand the test of time. Need we say more?
Suggested brands: Stella McCartney, Acne Studios, Saint Laurent, The Frankie Shop, Jacquemus, Balenciaga
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© Getty ImagesVelvet Mini
There's nothing a velvet bodycon, tights and heels can't fix. Slip into your go-to mini for a touch of romance this season.
Suggested brands: Nadine Merabi, Rebecca Vallance, Saint Laurent, Self-Portrait, Dolce & Gabbana
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© Getty ImagesEighties Shoulder
Designers begged women to be bold this year via the power shoulder, showcased by Miu Miu, Louis Vuitton, Thom Browne, Schiaparelli, Stella McCartney, Saint Laurent, Givenchy and Vivienne Westwood. Take it from fashion's tastemakers - when it comes to the shoulder this party season - the bigger, the better.
Suggested brands: Gucci, Saint Laurent, The Attico, Sportmax, Topshop, Balenciaga, HELSA, Magda Butrym
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© Getty ImagesSkirt Set
Co-ords never fail to leave an impression. Like the Schiaparelli offering above demonstrates, a skirt set is the ideal mix of tradition and femininity for any occasion.
Suggested brands: Chanel, Sandro, Maje, Self-Portrait, Reformation
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© Getty ImagesSequin Midi
The statement midi became the cool-girl staple this year. Sequinned iterations proved to be especially popular for AW25 - courtesy of brands like Shushu/Tong, 16Arlington, Burberry and Loewe. The perfect piece for party season power dressing.
Suggested brands: Rabanne, Handover, Gucci, Siedres, Rotate, Prada, Altuzarra, Tory Burch, Joseph
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© Getty ImagesExtravagant (Faux) Fur
Mob Wife motifs ran riot this season, with fur flirtations ricocheting across the runways. Sweeping faux fur coats were a staple on the catwalk, nodding to a high-octane, vintage-inspired glamour that leaned into 1980s dress codes.
Suggested brands: Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Etro, Chloé, Fendi, Topshop, Forever New, Jakke
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© Getty ImagesFeather Trims
A wisp of feather trimming is the perfect way to capture attention when out and about this season. From sleeves to skirt hemlines, a plume of Maribou feathers adds a whimsical touch to any wintertime look.
Suggested brands: The Attico, 16Arlington, Taller Marmo, Rixo, Sleeper, Oséree, David Koma
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© Getty ImagesBardot Brilliance
Off-the-shoulder necklines are so romantic - ideal for flaunting those feminine collarbones. We love the slinky design of the timeless bardot dress, a silhouette popularised by the ever-iconic Princess Diana back in 1994.
Suggested brands: Saint Laurent, Schiaparelli, Self-Portrait, Nadine Merabi, Norma Kamali, Dolce & Gabbana, Coperni
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© Getty ImagesDouble Denim
For those wanting a more casual aesthetic this year, look to double denim. The 90s-coded aesthetic is composed yet undeniably cool - perfect when going from office to bar in one fell sartorial swoop.
Suggested brands: Stella McCartney, Sandro, Versace, Area, Dolce & Gabbana, Blumarine, Self-Portrait
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© Getty ImagesPuff Sleeves
A highly feminine yet playful silhouette that is always a no-brainer, the gentle puff sleeve is primed to help you make an entrance. Plus, it's available in an array of forms, from dresses to blouses for ample styling options.
Suggested brands: Rebecca Vallance, Maison Margiela, Dries Van Noten, Malina, Shushu/Tong, Alessandra Rich
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