Party season is almost upon us, but for many women the excitement of Christmas parties is overshadowed by that all-too-familiar sense of doom that comes with finding the perfect outfit.
With dress codes more relaxed than ever, there's a fine line between smart casual and overdressed - and it's all too easy to feel you've made a hideous error of judgement with your chosen ensemble. Hemlines, colours, necklines and materials are just some of the factors women spend hours agonising over. Maybe, the following rules will make you selection easier.
1. Never forget where you come from
When it comes to buying a party dress its always tempting to buy something you’ll never wear again. Don't ditch your usual style by going for something you’ll only wear once. Buy a dress that will suit your shape and in a colour that you know works for you. Your style is yours alone, it’s what makes you, you! Don't forget that just because it's party season – go with your gut.
2. Don't be led astray by trends
Try not to be overly led by the party trends; if you don't love velvet or sequins, you don't need these on your dress to show off your Christmas spirit. A classic style will last a lifetime and you've got to consider your cost per wear! You can get a classic dress down to mere pennies by wearing it to a couple of events, but a trendy sequin piece might actually end up costing you a lot more if you only wear it once and it festers in your wardrobe for the next year.
3. You're the boss
Don't think you need to always bare all because it's the party season. If you feel more comfortable wearing a long sleeved dress, wear one! The great thing about the high street right now is the selection – you can find a dress that works for you and combines comfort with style but still makes you stand out from the crowd (or blend in if you prefer). If you want some recommendations, here:
A-line prom dresses with lace appliques
off shoulder prom dresses A-line
4. Look for inspiration
With Instagram and Pinterest readily available in your pocket at all times, inspiration is all around you. Get a feel for the looks you like, follow celebrities who's style you admire, pin, re-pin, re-gram and create your very own inspiration section in your phone that you can refer to whenever you're feeling overwhelmed.
5. Stick to what you know
Stick to the high street stores you know and love; it will make your shopping experience less stressful and you'll be less likely to buy a dress that you'll never wear again. There's a reason you've shopped there in the past; if it's worked before, have faith it will work again!
6. Sometimes you have to let things go
If you find a dress that you fall in love with and it’s not in your size, let it go. As heartbreaking as it is, it’s better to buy a dress that is comfortable otherwise it’s always going to be a disappointment.
7. Consider the venue
Consider whether you're going to be sat down, stood up or dancing – your dress is going to need to adapt to the situation and keep you comfortable. If you’re wearing a mini when sat down at a dinner table all night, and you’re constantly having to pull it down, it’s going to kill your party spirit! The same applies if you’re planning on twirling on the dance floor – you're going to want something to flow in.
8. Too many cooks
We all love shopping with the girls – but the more people you go shopping with, the more opinions you never asked for. Buying a dress is a personal experience and the decision ultimately lies with you, as you’re the only person who's going to be wearing it! If you want an unbiased opinion ask the staff in the store you're in – they've seen and heard it all and will point you in the right direction if you need it.
9. Stop looking
Once you've found the one you want, stop looking. Don’t do it to yourself. In today's market there's so much choice there will always be the next best thing so don’t torture yourself over the wrong thing – instead, go find the shoes and bag to go with the dress you know you like already.
10. Take it easy on yourself
The pressure to find the perfect party dress can be overwhelming. The desire for that head-turning moment can eclipse everything and when you’re not finding what you’re looking for things can quickly turn into a stress. Slow down, take a step back, and remind yourself that this is supposed to be fun.
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1. Never forget where you come from2. Don't be led astray by trends
Try not to be overly led by the party trends; if you don't love velvet or sequins, you don't need these on your dress to show off your Christmas spirit. A classic style will last a lifetime and you've got to consider your cost per wear! You can get a classic dress down to mere pennies by wearing it to a couple of events, but a trendy sequin piece might actually end up costing you a lot more if you only wear it once and it festers in your wardrobe for the next year.
3. You're the boss
Don't think you need to always bare all because it's the party season. If you feel more comfortable wearing a long sleeved dress, wear one! The great thing about the high street right now is the selection – you can find a dress that works for you and combines comfort with style but still makes you stand out from the crowd (or blend in if you prefer). If you want some recommendations, here:
A-line prom dresses with lace appliques
off shoulder prom dresses A-line
With Instagram and Pinterest readily available in your pocket at all times, inspiration is all around you. Get a feel for the looks you like, follow celebrities who's style you admire, pin, re-pin, re-gram and create your very own inspiration section in your phone that you can refer to whenever you're feeling overwhelmed.
Stick to the high street stores you know and love; it will make your shopping experience less stressful and you'll be less likely to buy a dress that you'll never wear again. There's a reason you've shopped there in the past; if it's worked before, have faith it will work again!
If you find a dress that you fall in love with and it’s not in your size, let it go. As heartbreaking as it is, it’s better to buy a dress that is comfortable otherwise it’s always going to be a disappointment.
Consider whether you're going to be sat down, stood up or dancing – your dress is going to need to adapt to the situation and keep you comfortable. If you’re wearing a mini when sat down at a dinner table all night, and you’re constantly having to pull it down, it’s going to kill your party spirit! The same applies if you’re planning on twirling on the dance floor – you're going to want something to flow in.
8. Too many cooksWe all love shopping with the girls – but the more people you go shopping with, the more opinions you never asked for. Buying a dress is a personal experience and the decision ultimately lies with you, as you’re the only person who's going to be wearing it! If you want an unbiased opinion ask the staff in the store you're in – they've seen and heard it all and will point you in the right direction if you need it.
9. Stop looking
Once you've found the one you want, stop looking. Don’t do it to yourself. In today's market there's so much choice there will always be the next best thing so don’t torture yourself over the wrong thing – instead, go find the shoes and bag to go with the dress you know you like already.
10. Take it easy on yourself
The pressure to find the perfect party dress can be overwhelming. The desire for that head-turning moment can eclipse everything and when you’re not finding what you’re looking for things can quickly turn into a stress. Slow down, take a step back, and remind yourself that this is supposed to be fun.
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