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VELVET DREAM

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Since I was a little girl, I’ve always had a soft spot for velvet. If you’ve been reading my blog for a little while you’ll remember my story of my first velvet dress, where my mother had little bells stitched in so everywhere I walked, I jingled. It was pretty magical. So, when December come around and I’m looking for holiday evening dresses, I always have my eye out for velvet. If you’ve noticed, I’ve actually shown you velvet every year. Last year I brought in new years eve in a velvet jumpsuit, earlier this year I showed you how to wear it for Valentine’s day and today I’m sharing how to wear it to your next Christmas party. Also, don’t forget about new years eve dresses, wouldn’t velvet be perfect for that too?

You could wear any old dress to your next Christmas party, or you could wear one from my ultimate list of holiday dresses for 2018, including the best velvet ones around. Scroll down for my selection and to see how I styled my current favourite velvet piece. I opted for a dress in a deep wine colour because I love jewel tones at this time of the year. I accessorised with a single pearl necklace to really accentuate the neckline of the dress. I wanted to have a little bit of fun with my accessories so of course, I went for an evil eye bag in (three guesses?) velvet too.

Are you a fan of this material? What do you like to wear this time of year?

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Chanel Pearl Necklace

Prada Heels

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The 30+ best dresses to order now for New Years Eve, at all price points…

ASOS One Shoulder Dress, £25

Reformation Punch Dress, £120

For Love & Lemons, £180

Self Portrait, £280

Veda Raheja

If you’re looking for a change from the regular black, white and gold, why not try a colourful number, like this gorgeous cocktail dress by Indian designer Veda Raheja. You’re bound to be the only one at the party wearing this and you’ll rock it too!

Veda Raheja, £280

Reformation x Net-A-Porter, £230

Rare London, £45

NBD, £145

Lavish Alice

The cape detailing on this jumpsuit just blew me away. It’s a sure way to make a statement while still remaining classic. Plus, the price is unbelievable!

Lavish Alice, £82

Topshop, £60

Bec & Bridge, £180

AQ/AQ, £300

Likely, £162

Topshop, £39

Saylor, £243

Reformation

I love Reformation. Not only because their clothes are classic, timeless and cool, but also because they are sustainable. A lot of the times we don’t realise what an impact the making of our clothing has on our environment but Reformation has brought that to our attention. This velvet dress is sure to be the hit of the party and the shipping is free worldwide!

Reformation, £120

Misha Collection, £250

Lovers & Friends, £97

Topshop Unique, £265

Ba&sh, £270

431-88, £138

Reformation, £200

Free People

If you’re looking for something sparkly, but don’t necessarily want the usual sequins dress, why not try a set like this Free People one? You’ll be shining all night long!

Free People, £208