Christmas party outfit ? Too soon ?

[Jessiesthedog]

We’ve just had ours announced in central London for the first week in December I am beyond excited I didn’t get out very much and I will be surrounded by really lovely intelligent witty people early thirties to late 50s.

What to wear ?

I’ve been thinking about this too! Ours is in a posh hotel this year and I want to push the boat out a bit seen as we haven’t had one since 2019!

What’s your style/budget??

I’d love to say money is no object but sadly it most definitely is I don’t want to spend a lot I’m thinking maybe 150 ? Hair blowdry and train fare on top is going to push it to 200.

Sounds lovely - what is your general style?

I prefer a nice dress rather than trousers or leggings or skinny jeans and a nice top and I was thinking of staying over night so i can glam up and make a night of it. I dont get out much as you can tell

You could find a dress you like online, then check on Vinted and stretch your budget :)
I’ve just done this with a Burberry trench coat for my Xmas london trip!

I had a Facebook ad pop up the other day for a dress from Roman and straightaway I was like there's my Xmas party outfit

It’s not that popular on Mumsnet but anything I’ve bought from Karen Millen for going out has been pretty good, lasted well and is a decent price (further reductions through app). All Saints currently have a sale, some good stuff there too.

I’ve always like to Karen Mellin All Saints is a good shout to because then maybe my daughter might wear it when I’ve worn it once that’s always such a tragedy that these things only ever seem to get one outing.

You could look at renting a dress? Or get something special but still a bit classic so you can wear it more than once?

SilkFred have some nice budget options. For something a bit more expensive John Lewis has some nice dresses online, still under the £100 mark.

Ahhh of course

Had I still been working I would have this for our department's Xmas party (I'm still hoping for an invite)! As it is, I tried it on, loved it and bought it anyway. Is is so flattering on. I've ordered it in black as well. We've got a couple of things planned for Xmas and also a couple of cruises booked next year where we've got formal nights so I will get use out of them.

direct.asda.com/george/women/jumpsuits-playsuits/plum-velvet-jumpsuit/GEM959850,default,pd.html

I cant wait for christmas, never too early to start planning, i think it'll be here before you know it ! i've seen a lot of party wear with sparkles and sequins in h&m the other day so maybe try have a little look in there, if not i would think asos might be a good place to start

That's a gorgeous jumpsuit @NeedWineNow ! What shoes would you wear it with?

Thanks @Pootles34 I loved it as soon as I saw it. I've tried it on with gold block heeled sandals and it looks great. It's channelling a bit of a 1940's vibe I think which isn't apparent from the photo, so platforms/block heels work well. I've also got some black velvet point toe flats which will work with the black one I've got on order.

I have this in burgundy www.ebay.co.uk/itm/125537664469?hash=item1d3aa0bdd5:g:t3kAAOSwvRNiJduu&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAA4FCk11U3Xv4ncNwLwEbBNfPvLsYiMRh6C35GiCfX2FUEVoDiNNBP1zmbgz263IfaR%2FgAcMTqaHNsoy9ObZuXcNt3nEaToKfhJwEoz6Qo9UKuJp9DhgGmD13%2Bz%2BnpalFp506Dp1XHBsjXygf8Nm2hCU1Cm7y7%2BsoNwUln666WlWeBzgAaIoL86wtvwLnqhy0v%2Fhw4pp1bWqKmb%2FpKQ3Vd2KFZkuvMV3QBvDa0VHyK%2F3%2BhZIBdjdeS0oRQAEes9dIe4mQ48knnIH4h2PQtslejaHDTPkd9y2gxTOWdyOX33Xnx%7Ctkp%3ABFBMzKaH5_5g

Sorry about the long link. It's easy to dress right up or wear with slippers on Christmas day.

The jumpsuit is gorgeous and sold out 🤦‍♀️
but I need something a lot more fitted than the second dress.

I think I might have to stretch the budget because even to hire something nice he’s gonna be more than 150

@Jessiesthedog have you looked at Asos? Quite a few within your budget
Asos
Asos2
Asos3

Whichever outfit you go for I'd recommend some interesting/witty statement jewellery like something from Tatty Devine. The amount of times it's been a conversation starter at a party, and the lovely people I've met, is astonishing. And no I don't work for them!

Ooh thanks for that suggestion. Just found the perfect stocking filler for my daughter 😀

I ordered the jumpsuit, unfortunately at 5ft2 it needed around 4 inches cut off the length, so I return it.

Hi there,
Im not sure what length you are comfortable with.
I did shop on this website before and customer service is great plus the clothing are priced reasonably. I love these 2 dresses from their site.
I hope these helps and I bet you would look great .
Short sequin dress
Maxi Velvet Dress

R2D2 or Drama teacher, definitely wouldn’t be my choice for a party this year‘s fashions are weird though.