With the festive season in full swing, our schedules are filled with glamorous parties and boozy catch-ups with loved ones before Christmas Day. The month seems to fly by as the countdown to December 25 commences, with event attending and present prepping very much underway.
While it's easy to get swept up in it all, one thing that absolutely needs due care is what you’re going to wear on Christmas. Whether you spend the annual 'do at home with family or barside with friends, it’s important to dress for the occasion while still staying true to your sense of style.
Buying presents for your loved ones is quite the task and may leave you feeling like you never want to shop again (a travesty!) so the H! Fashion editors are here to give you some much-needed outfit inspo. Some of us go all out with sequins and bows, while others prefer to keep it cosy and opt for a more minimalist take (cough, PJs). However, we all want to look fabulous, whatever our plans may be.
Clare Pennington, Editor
For Christmas day I'll be opting for the classics - an LBD and some boots (if I can be bothered to put shoes on) with some festive cheer thanks to a very cheesy pair of earrings.
- DRESS: Topshop Satin Asymmetric Lace Trim Midi Slip Dress, £45.00, ASOS
- EARRINGS: Red Sweet Christmas Earrings, £10.00, M&S
- PERFUME: Le Monde Gourmand Rose Chocolat Eau de Parfum 30ml, £18.00, LOOKFANTASTIC
- BOOTS: Davis Boot Black, £120.00, STEVE MADDEN
Tania Leslau, Fashion Features Editor
I'm a double denim fiend, so naturally this Destree set caught my eye. Comfortable but composed, the ensemble would pair perfectly with a pair of twinkling dangle earrings and these darling Gucci pumps. In my family, Christmas calls for eating yourself into a stupor - hence the hot water bottle to keep the food baby at bay.
- JACKET: Dark Denim Puff Sleeve Jacket, £420.00, DESTREE
- TROUSERS: Navy Blue Denim Straight Pants, £350.00, DESTREE
- EARRINGS :1980s Vintage Rhodium Crystal Drop Earrings, £45.00, SUSAN CAPLAN
- HOT WATER BOTTLE: Pickles Knitwear That's Hot Hot Water Bottle, £95.00, THE GO-TO
Olivia Lower, Digital Growth Manager
'Tis the season for ultimate glam with a sprinkling of comfort. I'm opting for a pair of satin wide leg trousers - the elastic waistband is calling my name after a week of indulgence. I love the chic neck scarf and cape shoulder detail of this 16Arlington x M&S top, which I’d style with a pair of Jimmy Choo kitten heels and a beaded underarm bag, mainly for the obligatory Insta pics, duh!
- TOP: M&S x 16Arlington Pure Cashmere Scarf Neck Knitted Top, £180.00, M&S
- TROUSERS: Satin Wide Leg Co-ord Trouser, £36.00, ASOS
- BAG: M&S x 16Arlington Leather Beaded Underarm Clutch Bag, £189.00, M&S
- SHOES: Amita 45 Heels, £645.00, JIMMY CHOO
Molly Saunders, Design Lead
Christmas day is about being comfy and cosy. We always start our day with a swim in the sea so keeping cosy for the rest of the day is a must. I'm opting for these super chic pyjamas to add a element of fun to my day, metallic ballet flats for some festive shine and this gorgeous M&S x 16Arlington coat. To top it off, I will also be wearing this Clòimh bonnet until I warm up!
- TOP: Venus in Love Blouse with Feathers in Dove Blue, £260.00, SLEEPER
- BOTTOMS: Venus in Love Pants with Detachable Feathers in Dove Blue, £220.00, SLEEPER
- COAT: M&S x 16Arlington Faux Fur Belted Collared Relaxed Jacket, £250.00, M&S
- SHOES: Rosalind Shimmer Silver Leather Ballet Flats, £150.00, ALOHAS
- HAT: Soft Wool Tied Bonnet Hat, £75.00, CLÒIMH
Lauren Ramsay, Deputy Digital Editor
My one fashion rule on Christmas Day? Don’t get dressed. Instead, I treat myself to super-chic pyjamas to make staying in feel special. This bow-detail Chelsea Peers set is irresistibly cute, paired with Laines London’s impossibly cool slippers. And because no look is complete without earrings, even at home, these glitzy prosecco drops add festive sparkle without tipping into gimmick.
- PYJAMAS: Chelsea Peers Bow Print Satin Long Pyjama Set, £55.00, JOHN LEWIS
- EARRINGS: Prosecco Drop Earrings, £8.00, ACCESSORIZE
- SLIPPERS: Classic Laines Slippers With Coffee & Croissant Brooches, £49.00, LAINES LONDON
Elizabth Aminoff, Social Media Manager
My hack to Christmas Day dressing is finding a way to dress up an outfit that, at its core, is essentially loungewear. Case in point: these silk pyjamas, elevated with just the right amount of sparkle and accessories.
- PYJAMAS: Ella Silk Pajama Set, £328.00, REFORMATION
- EARRINGS: Rhinestone-Chain Earrings, £9.99, H&M
- BAG: Zenni Beaded Bucket Bag, £145.00, RIXO
- SHOES: Buffy Ruched Ballet Flat, £138.60, REFORMATION
How the team chose:
- Style: The outfits selected below have been personally selected by us, the H! Fashion team. We've scoured the internet's top fashion sites and chosen pieces centred around the theme of Christmas Day, but that are also reflective of what we love and would genuinely wear.
- Price: Whether you're planning on splashing out or bagging a bargain, we've got a piece in your price range. We've curated our outfits using a mix of high-street brands and luxe designer labels.
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