12 dazzling party outfits

Celebrate in style throughout the festive season with our selection of the best party wear around. Forget the 12 days of Christmas, we’re concentrating solely on the 12 nights! So whatever the occasion, whatever the dress code, we’ve found the perfect outfit for you. By Alyson Walsh

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Party look #1

Texture and sparkle are an easy way to glam-up any outfit. A sprinkling of sequins and shiny stones always add magic.

Sequin top, £55, from www.asos.com. Trousers, £42, RI Roksanda Illincic at www.debenhams.com. Faux fur jacket, £95 from www.monsoon.co.uk . Pumps, £85, from www.boden.co.uk.

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Party look #2

For instant wow-factor check out Roksanda Illincic’s collection of stunning party dresses for Debenhams. Designer fashion at a democratic price. We like.

Dress, £78, RI Roksanda Illincic at www.debenhams.com. Shoes, £195, from www.lkbennett.com. Fresh water pearl earrings, £175, from www.debouverie.co.uk

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Party look #3

Dressing up doesn’t have to mean wearing a frock, carefully chosen separates offer comfort, versatility and can look just as elegant.

Sequin jacket, £125, from www.east.co.uk Skirt, £36, from www.topshop.com . Shoes, £85, www.monsoon.co.uk. Disco ball earrings, £75, by NOIR at www.NYLABoutique.com

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Party look #4

Posh cocktails demand classic elegance – make that a gorgeous frock and super-chic heels. And don’t forget a shaken-not-stirred Martini.

Lace dress, was £250 now £186, from RI Roksanda Illincic at www.debenhams.com. Pom Pom earrings, £90 from www.debouverie.co.uk. Shoes, £129, from www.hobbs.co.uk

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Party look #5

More relaxed occasions call for casual glamour. Liven up a simple top with fancy pants, a glitzy necklace and show-stopping shoes.

Batwing top, £50, from www.topshop.com Cropped trousers, £50, from www.asos.com. Slingback, £225, from www.lkbennett.com and diamanté cluster necklace, £185, by Noir at www.NYLABoutique.com

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Party look #6

Go for timeless elegance in a tuxedo jacket, stunning skirt and go-anyway flats.

Tuxedo jacket, £460 from www.jaeger.co.uk. Skirt, £45, from www.marksandspencer.com. Necklace, £180 by Fiona Paxton from www.econe.co.uk .Posh leather flats, £145, By Larin at www.my-wardrobe.com

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Party look #7

Channel ‘My Week With Marilyn’ and opt for an outfit worthy of a Hollywood star.

Dress, £160, from www.monsoon.co.uk. Metallic peep toe sandal, £225, Kors by Michael Kors at www.my-wardobe.com. Faux fur jacket, £89, Per Una at www.marksandspencer.com

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Party look #8

Think seventies Biba and slip into a plum maxi dress, velvet platforms and prepare for a bohemian night!

Maxi dress, £150, from www.coast-stores.com. Velvet sandals, £60, from www.office.co.uk. Clutch bag, £175,from www.lkbennett.com. 24K gold plated earrings, £125, from www.oritlondon.com

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Party look #9

A date with mates calls for a relaxed look that’s gorgeous and glamorous and definitely not too try-hard.

Sequin top, £306, by Vince at www.my-wardrobe.com. Cropped trousers, £125, from www.reissonline.com . Suede platforms, £260, by DVF at www.my-wardrobe.com

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Party look #10

Sometimes it simply has to be a Little Black Dress – look for eye-catching details like a fabulous feather trim to make sure that you stand out from the crowd.

Dress, £180, from www.monsoon.co.uk Velvet evening coat, £189, and bracelet £45 both from www.hobbs.co.uk Shoes, £119, from www.reissonline.com

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Party look #11

For a five-minute makeover before guests arrive, slip into an elegant maxi dress, then swiftly add accessories and a quick slick of lipstick.

Maxi dress, £50, from www.next.co.uk . Sandals, £127, from www.reissonline.com. Cuff, £25, by Freedom at www.topshop.com 24k gold-plated earrings, £75, from www.oritlondon.com

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Party look #12

Shimmer in a slinky sequin dress –just don’t go overboard with the glitz or you’ll end up looking like a Strictly reject.

Sequin dress, £150, from www.missselfridge.com Sandals, £151, from www.reissonline.com. Clutch, £103, from www.reissonline.com.

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