Stylish gifts for Women this Christmas

Tis the season for gifting

I often get asked by clients husbands or partners what their better halves would like for their Christmas presents. Men want to get it right but they often don’t know where to start. This year has been a strange one but whether you’re gifting your Mum, sister, friend, wife or daughter I always take alot of time thinking about what that special person would like, what suits them and what would they not buy for themselves so that it is something special. So if you are looking for some super stylish gifting inspiration here is my top 10 gifts for that special someone in your life, or why not treat yourself to a gift, you will most definitely deserve it!

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TOP 10 GIFTS

1. Diamond mitten gloves, &other stories, £45
   
   

2. Slip silk eye mask, Anthropologie, £50.00

3. Jo Loves Pomelo Bauble set, SpaceNK, £40.00

4. FUND embroidered knitwear, £165.00

5. Hot pink make-up bag, Scamp & Dude, £25.00

6. Rope Dome hoops in silver, Astrid & Miyu, £69

7. Leopard print mini animal PJ’s, Whistles, £89

8. Melissa Leopard print scarf, Hush, £49.00

9. EMU Mayberry sheepskin slipper slide, The Dressing Room, £49

10. Teal green mega gemstone ring, Yaa Yaa London, Wolf & Badger, £45

Wanted: one disco ball

The party season is here!

With it comes a potential mind field of party dressing issues from what to wear for the right occasion, to finding that perfect jacket, to not flaking in your heels half way through the night cos your feet hurt so much!

The best thing about this year is that party dressing is back big style!

From sequins, to fake fur, LBD’s and fringing it’s time to freshen up your party outfits with a bit of style and a whole lotta schizzle!

Channel your inner Kate Moss this Christmas…

So if your December calendar is quickly filling up with Christmas parties, from cheesy office gatherings (the kind you’d rather skip!) to black-tie dinners and all-night New Year’s Eve parties. ’Tis the season for Christmas glitz, glamour, and three-dimensional sparkle, especially after a few years of “less is more” party dressing. If you need tips on how to dress for a party, then I would recommend you read Julien MacDonald’s article for elle.com where he breaks it down sequin by sequin - Julien MacDonald’s guide to glam dressing . But if you would rather add something new to your wardrobe that sparkles like a disco ball, then read my shopping choices of what you should be buying right now for the party season.

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Party wardrobe essentials

1. Dresses

Velvet embellished wrap dress, Topshop £99.00

Sequinned dress, Zara £89.99

Pink regina sparkle dress, Whistles, £169.00

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2. Jumpsuits

Hutton gold sequin jumpsuit, LK Bennett, £550.00

Sequin plunge jumpsuit, Topshop, £195.00

Cerise silk cowl jumpsuit, Mint Velvet, in sale £49.00

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3. Statement jacket

Emilia Velvet Jacket, Anthropologie, £249.00

Silver sequin jacket, Zara, £69.99

Sparkle tweed jacket, Warehouse at John Lewis, £47.20

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4. PARTY BAGS

Esmeralda floral clutch bag, Anthropologie, £60.00

Party envelope rainbow party clutch, Kurt Geiger, £71.20 (sale price)

Pink & grey box clutch, Zara, £29.99

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5. PARTY HEELS

Kross 2 metallic glitter court shoes, Carvela at Kurt Geiger, £79.20 (sale price)

Rose gold court shoes, Topshop, £39.00

Multicoloured straps sandals, Zara, £69.99

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If you want help with your party outfit this season, then I can help you shop for it with my 5 party pieces. Email me now to book yours in nina@edits-styling.com

the glitterati

The invitations have started rolling in and the diary is getting packed out for pre-Christmas dinners, drinks and events. Does this fill you with dread at the thought of what to wear to every do? Fear not, I am here to help with my easy guide to party dressing...but beware it does involve ALOT of sparkle!

Sequins are the easy option to dress up something that already exists in your wardrobe. If you can't afford a new outfit, but want something that makes you sparkle but not looking like a Christmas tree, then try some sequins this season. It's a way to look glam without putting too much effort in, as the sequins are doing all the work for you. You can't over do the sequins this season, head-to-toe is the way to go! Sparkle is an essential element of party dressing, but it can be more chic to be selective. Accessories pack a stylish punch, so invest in a fabulous sequin clutch bag or statement heel's for a more subtle touch of shimmer. Follow my pinterest board for inspiration - Sequins & Sequins

Velvet has been bubbling under for a few seasons but it is no longer underground and the high street is awash with it. Alot of the items can be worn as daytime pieces too, so once worn for your evening Christmas parties then ensure that it keeps being worn. What appeals to me most is jackets, boots or dresses that don't cost alot of money but brings any outfit upto date. Velvet is the perfect festive fabric and a Christmas dinner party is the perfect excuse to invest in a velvet dress in an unexpected colour. But go creative and look for embroidered or embellished details as these look more expensive, more fashionable and I believe will have more longevity once the trend dies out. Follow my pinterest board for inspiration - Velvet 2016

Ruffles were on trend throughout Summer so it was inevitable that the trend as going to continue into Autumn/Winter. The bolder the ruffle the better! Whether they are framing your neckline, accentuating the hips or falling off the shoulder, they are definitely a dramatic statement detail. Plus you don't need too many accessories because the ruffles do all the talking! There are lots of folds and flounces, including ties at the neck, ruffles on sleeves and frills on dress hems. Think different textures, fabrics, prints and darker colours for the Party season. Follow my pinterest board for inspiration - 2016 ruffles

Remember it's time to go "out out", pull out those killer heels, that red lippy, drink copious amounts of wine and sparkle in your sequin number like you've never sparkled before!

my glam party edit:

1. Sequinned top, H&M £29.99

2. Silver sequin pumps, &other stories £69

3. Reversible sequin bag, ZARA £29.99

4. Eve Velvet off the shoulder top, Finery London £45

5. Velvet jacket with belt, ZARA £89.99

6. Burgundy velvet wristlet bag, Whistles £65

7. Aubery blouse, Topshop unique £145.00

8. Frill front navy jumpsuit, Warehouse £75.00

9. Stiletto knotted mule, Marks and Spencer £29.50

Edits top 5 loungewear buys for the holiday season

When all you want to do is hang out in your PJ's all day, meet the stylish alternatives to wear.

1. Whistles Cashmere joggers - £180

2. Hush sloppy joe sweater - £40

3. Rosie at Marks and Spencer jumpsuit - £32.50

4. Rosie at Marks and Spencer cashmere PJ bottoms - £99

5. The white company cashmere bed socks - £35