Here’s a guide to chic, elegant, and cozy looks for every festive occasion, so you can feel effortlessly polished no matter the setting.

1. Classic Elegance for Christmas Dinners

Family gatherings are a time for celebrating togetherness with a touch of sophistication. Opt for pieces that radiate elegance yet are comfortable enough for a night of good food and conversation.

Look Inspiration :

• Velvet Midi Dress : Velvet remains a winter classic. Try a rich forest green or burgundy velvet dress, like those from Self-Portrait or Reiss, which combine warmth and elegance perfectly.

£ £188

Reiss Velvet dress

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£ £370

Self portrait burgundy midi dress

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• Tweed and Wool Coordinates : A matching tweed set (think jacket and skirt) from Chanel or Sandro delivers timeless appeal. Pair with knee-high boots for a polished finish. Add a delicate, gold necklace or bold chandelier earrings for a refined edge to any ensemble.

SHOP THE LOOK : A cropped tweed jacket and a tweed skirt from Sandro paired with Zara boots and a gold necklace from Monica Vinader.

£ £219

Sandro tweed mini skirt

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£ £409

Sandro Cropped round-neck tweed jacket

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£ £128

Monica Viander gold necklace

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Chanel look

Styling Tip : Stick to deep, jewel tones like emerald, navy, and crimson to keep things festive yet sophisticated.

2. Cozy Chic for At-Home Celebrations

Sometimes the best moments happen at home, but that doesn’t mean you can’t dress up. Embrace relaxed pieces that still feel luxe, perfect for intimate gatherings or virtual holiday hangouts.

Look Inspiration :

• Cashmere Sweater & Satin Skirt : For a chic and comfortable look, style a cozy cashmere sweater (try Chinti & Parker ) with a satin midi skirt from Zara. This combination is soft yet striking.

£ £250

Chinti & Parker sweater

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£ £25.99

Zara Satin midi skirt

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• Stylish Pajama Sets : A festive, satin pajama set from Olivia von Halle or Uniqlo makes a great choice for staying in style at home. Add a cashmere cardigan and plush slippers for extra coziness.

£ £650

Olivia Von Halle pajama

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£ £34.90

Uniqlo pajama

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Olivia von Halle

• Warm, Minimal Accessories : Pair with fuzzy socks or Ugg slippers for maximum comfort, and complete the look with a statement hairband or velvet scrunchie.

£ £90

UGG slippers

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Styling Tip : Layer textures like satin and wool for a look that’s effortlessly stylish and indulgently comfortable.

3. Trendy Pieces for Holiday Parties
Whether it’s an office holiday gathering or a get-together with friends, these occasions

are perfect for experimenting with trendy and fun pieces that make a statement.

Look Inspiration :

• Sequin Dress : It’s sequin season ! Look for mini dresses from Rotate or The Attico

that feature sequins and bold colors, like silver, red, purple, or emerald.

£ £2190

The attico pailette mini dress

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£ £285

Rotate sequin mini dress

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• Leather Trousers & Metallic Top : A high-waisted leather pant paired with a metallic blouse or bustier makes for a chic yet edgy holiday look. Brands like Nanushka and Zara have great options.

£ 40

Asos Design Oversized Metallic Shirt

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£ 567

AMI Paris Patent Leather Pants

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Styling Tip : Balance eye-catching pieces (like sequins) with simple accessories to keep the outfit looking sophisticated rather than overdone.

4. Formal Glam for New Year’s Eve

When it comes to New Year’s Eve, it’s all about the glam factor. Go bold with opulent fabrics, standout silhouettes, and luxe details that are perfect for ringing in the new year in style.

Look Inspiration :

• Floor-Length Gowns : New Year’s Eve is the time for full glamour. Go for a satin or

embellished gown from Zimmermann or Reformation that hugs in all the right places.

£ £348

Reformation Elvie Velvet Dress

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£ £2850

Zimmermann gown

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• Sparkling Accessories: Elevate any look with sparkling heels from Jimmy Choo and a matching clutch from Bottega Veneta. Don’t forget the jewelry—stacked bracelets or statement earrings to complete the look.

£ £3700

Jimmy Choo crystal pumps

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£ £2960

Bottega Veneta knot clutch

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Styling Tip : Choose metallics, bold reds, or classic black and gold to truly embody the celebratory spirit.

5. Winter Wonderland Outdoor Looks

For holiday markets, winter strolls, or outdoor festivities, think cozy layers that don’t compromise on style.

Look Inspiration :
• Oversized Wool Coats : Invest in a luxurious wool coat from Max Mara or Mango

to stay warm and chic.

£ £3520

Max Mara coat

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£ £139.99

Mango wool coat

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• Chunky Knits & Wide-Leg Pants : A cozy turtleneck from Ganni paired with high- waisted, wide-leg trousers adds warmth with a contemporary edge.

• Statement Winter Accessories : Finish with a chunky scarf, leather gloves, and a wool hat. Brands like Burberry and COS have chics options for keeping warm in style.

£ £425

Ganni turtleneck jumper

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£ £300

Acne Studios Fringed alpaca-blend scarf

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£ 88

REISS Picton Cashmere Blend Fringed Scarf

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£ 16

ASOS DESIGN Leather Plain Gloves With Touch Screen In Black

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£ 540

Acne Studios square-toe ankle boots

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£ £33

Adanola knitted beanie

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SHOP THE LOOK

Styling Tip : Mix neutral tones with a pop of color through accessories to keep things vibrant but wearable.

This holiday season, dress to dazzle, whether you’re cozied up at home or celebrating in high style. With these outfits, you’re ready for every occasion the season brings.

Words by Noa Balou

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Paco Rabanne

Paris Fashion Week marked design house Paco Rabanne’s return to the runway since the passing of the founder himself. Paco Rabanne passed away just last month, making this show a particularly emotional one, as this show honoured his work and contributions to the industry. Julien Dossena decided to pay homage to the late designer by focusing on his friendship with Salvador Dali. This meant that the show featured an array of dresses with Dali’s paintings printed on them as well as some of his extravagant jewellery. 

While this may make it seem like a collection that honoured Salvador Dali more than Paco Rabanne, this was not the case. The show was unapologetically Paco, the sparkling metallic chainmail looks that have become synonymous with the brand closed the show, accentuating the late designers continuing influence on the industry. The sparkling archival looks reminded us of Paco Rabanne’s innovative designs and trademark looks, leaving the audience with this as their final thoughts from the collection.

Acne Studios

Acne Studios took the distressed look to a whole new level in their mystical show. The enchanted forest set the stage for a collection that celebrated the natural world and particularly Jonny Johansson’s childhood in Sweden. The distressed wool and crochet knits played into this natural influence along with the neutral colour palette. The ultimate manifestation of this theme came to light in the various leaf-like dresses that took to the catwalk, bringing the Swedish forest to the runway.

These natural elements and the mystical set up created a jarring juxtaposition with the distressed, almost-apocalyptic looks. The combination of these elements served to create a natural and earthy aesthetic that was far removed from the highly technological looks that we have been seeing as of late. One interesting way that this came to light was through the use of the body as a canvas, which Johansson stated was “a way to make them become a window onto nature”.

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Hodakova

Hodakova’s “Conventional Collection 112303” was inspired by a humble household object, the spoon. Whether they were covering bags, dresses or creating the cups on bralettes the kitchen utensils were everywhere. Inspired by the Swedish folktale Nail Soup that tells the story of a (you guessed it) soup made from a nail, the collection celebrated ingenuity. In addition to spoons, fabric spikes covered punk-inspired skirts and dresses in a nail-like fashion.

Some of the non-spoon related looks featured elaborate tulle, sheer fabrics and intricate silhouettes. There were examples of exceptional tailoring as sleek suits took to the runway. And finally, the collection, of course, did not come without HODAKOVA’s signature buckle bags that have taken the fashion world by storm. 

Rick Owens

Rick Owens is known for the outrageous; this collection was no exception. From metallic pink puffers to sleek waist high leg slits, we saw it all in what can only be described as a maximalists’ dream. Each model took to the runway in sky-high platform boots that sagged around the leg in the way a loose-fitted trouser would; a shoe that we believe will be everywhere this Autumn/Winter. The predominantly black collection heavily played with textures and proportions creating extravagant silhouettes and shapes in the absence of colour.

While most of the looks were black, Owens injected some colour through the metallic pink and green looks in the collection that were anything but subtle. Refusing to sacrifice the playful and experimental aspects of these looks in the pursuit of colour, Rick Owens just decided to do it all. The pink sequin donut-like garments stole the show, and we cannot wait to see which celebrity is brave enough to wear one of these looks on the red carpet. 

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Coperni

Coperni, always the master of a viral moment. The designer that brought us the iconic spray on dress, a moment that won Bella Hadid Model of the Year at the British Fashion Awards, has created yet another talkable moment. The show was inspired by Jean de la Fontaine’s fable ‘The Wolf and the Lamb’ fable, Coperni’s Instagram explained:

“Unlike the original fable written in the 17th century, which raises questions relating to the balance of power between the human groups that make up society, Coperni reinterprets the story and transposes it to the year of 2023 with a positive vision of the future.
The show presents Coperni’s vision which is that there is neither a dominant nor a dominated, but that mankind and machine can live in harmony.”

This inspiration was visible in the designs through the painted landscapes on jackets and the white fluffy pieces that likened the models to sheep. All in all, the collection placed a modern and urban twist on the pastoral tale. 

Even though the show featured models such as Adut Akech and Lila Moss, the star of the show was none other than Spot (or multiple Spots) the robotic dog. The Boston Dynamics robots took to the runway as aids in the storytelling, but they soon stole the show as one Spot interacted with model Rianne Van Rompaey. This particular Spot had an elongated robotic arm (or neck) that allowed the two to lock eyes before Spot began to undress the model, removing the thick blanket that wrapped around her shoulders and handing it back to her.

While critics may argue that this show along with the last were dependant on gimmicks, more concerned with going viral on social media than the clothes at hand, we feel that these moments at shows are integral in Coperni’s exploration of technology within both fashion and modern life. As Coperni said that this was a more relaxed moment following on from the magic of their spray on dress last season, we are very excited to see what they do next.

Ester Manas

Inspired by her upcoming wedding to Balthazar Delepierre, Ester Manas created a collection for the cool bride. The show took place in a church and was soundtracked by some of the most universally recognised love songs, a route that the couple will not be taking at their own wedding. The looks, however, were entirely non-traditional and non-conforming.

From two pieces to completely sheer gowns, these dresses were for the ‘it’ brides only. The diverse display of models seemed like the brides that you would be begging for a hen party invite from and you bet that we would be wearing one of the less bridal looks from the collection if we managed to bag an invite. 

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Valentino

If you’re going to take one thing away from the Valentino show, let it be this: Go and buy a tie. Ties have been popping up in the fashion girls’ wardrobes for a hot minute now, but they are about to experience the Pierpaolo Piccioli effect. The collection, aptly named ‘Black Tie’, utilised the accessory on every look in some capacity. Some were styled classically, with the black tie set against a white shirt under a blazer while others were dresses with faux shirt collars and ‘ties’ that connected to the dress’ bodice. Whether a conventional depiction of the tie or not, this collection singlehandedly proved the versatility of the accessory that has often been associated with the constraints of a work or school uniform. So, go buy a tie. 

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Zimmermann

19^th-Century Australian artist Rupert Bunny left Melbourne and settled in Paris when he married Jeanne Morel, a journey not dissimilar to Zimmermann’s. The Australian fashion house held its second show in Paris this season and drew on Bunny’s art as inspiration. The collection worked with the National Gallery of Victoria to incorporate the painter’s works into the looks through delicate prints and a romantic colour palette. Nicky Zimmermann explained: 

“For Fall I was inspired by the artwork of Rupert Bunny, an Australian artist from the turn of the last century. I was drawn to his use of colour and the romanticism of his work – the gentle and dreamy lifestyle scenes. There is a glow, warmth and optimism to his work that is really appealing to me.”

However, this is not where the melding of French and Australian fashion ends. The usual romantic eveningwear was prominent throughout the collection; however, this season featured a surprising guest, the humble denim jean. The delicate lace and florals that we are used to seeing from the design house were paired with loose fitting jeans in the perfect blending of the relaxed style we see in Australia and the romanticism of France. This collection served as a map of Zimmermann’s history as it honoured both its origin and current destination in one fell swoop.

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_{Words by: Amelia Gregory}

^{Header Image: Valentino, Ester Manas, Paco Rabanne}

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This year’s New York Fashion Week hasn’t been like the others. With all the problems the pandemic has caused, the designers were left with a rather harsh question to answer with their new projects: what do you wear when the world is falling apart?From September the 11th until the 16th, during only the last 4 days, designers had to plan their runway shows in respect of safety measures with either a Livestream or a socially distanced audience. Yet, they have managed to portray a colourful and hopeful world through the lens of fashion. Among the many incredible and creative Spring/Summer 2021 ready-to-wear collections, we selected the highlights of the fashion week.

Jason Wu

As the opening show of the NYFW, Jason Wu’s collection didn’t fail its expectations. Set against a tropical background, the theme of the collection was an imaginative holiday in Tulum, Mexico. Surrounded by tropical plants, the designer showcased his bright and warm maxi dresses and suiting in bold accents of yellow, blue and orange. The garments feature different patterns: from vertical stripes to multidimensional flowers which highlight the silhouettes in bulky trousers and jumpsuits. Innovative is the use of a bra top above the flowy dresses.

Jason Wu SS21 Collection images via Dan Lecca

Jason Wu | Spring/Summer 2021 | NYFW

Rodarte

Aimed at comfort, Kate and Laura Mulleavy’s new collection reflects a dreamy and fancy reality to emphasise the importance of making fashion during these trying times. Characterized by a bridal theme, the collection offers a tribute to the ‘40s dresses style with floral prints, handkerchief-like motifs and pastel shades. The comfort

resides in most of the garments with pyjama sets, soft track pants, silk sweatshirts, twill trousers and midi-skirts. Everything is then topped off with tulle or silk floral wreaths, bobby socks and lace gloves.

Rodarte SS21 Collection images via Daria Kobayashi Ritch

Christian Siriano

From the backyard of his home in Westport, Siriano presented his new glamorous collection to a socially distanced audience. Inspired by his childhood favourite films – which he binge-watched during quarantine time – the collection features a multitude of bikini tops, frocks, bulky ball skirts and patterned suits, all styled with Sarah Jessica Parker’s high heels line. The palette balanced neutral colours like black and white with more vivid ones, such as pink and red. While also spreading a relevant message with a dress covered in ‘Vote’ quotes, the designer retained his signature style with pronounced shoulder frocks, flamenco ruffles and winged sleeves. The highlight of the show was the red closing look worn by Coco Rocha who, willingly, stepped into the pool to gift the audience a wow-moment.

Christian Siriano SS21 Collection images via Dan Lecca

Tom Ford

Longing for an escape from the seriousness of this world, Tom Ford opted for an optimistic collection which, as he puts it, ‘will make you smile’. Inspired by a documentary about the fashion illustrator Antonio Lopez, the designs are what you can expect from a fun collection: patterned silky pyjamas, bikinis, knit maxi dresses and vivid logo leisure sets. Throughout the garments, there’s a predominance of animal and floral prints, styled with eccentric accessories.

Tom Ford SS21 Collection images via Vogue Runway courtesy of Tom Ford

Zimmermann

Last but not least, Nicky Zimmermann showcased her ‘Wild Botanica’ collection inspired by her home country, Australia. From the title itself, we can understand that the collection is strongly influenced by the Australian flora and fauna: the garments feature, for instance, the prints of a botanical illustrator, Ellis Rowan, which depicts different kinds of flowers and birds. Each piece presents a unique feature: from lace crop tops and soft suitings to colourful puff dresses, linen trousers and Bermuda shorts. The simple but detailed silhouettes enhance the effect of the prints which make each garment easy to spot, even at a socially-distant range. The mixture of bold and bright prints makes the collection very feminine and soft, without the risk of being childish.

Zimmermann SS21 Collection images via Vogue Runway courtesy of Zimmermann

Zimmermann | Spring/Summer 2021 | NYFW – Digital Show

Words by Genarro Costano

Graphics by Frances Scott

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Can you imagine a world without the mini skirt? How would we show our tans in the summer? A world without the little black dress? How would anyone know we are going out What about a world without the classic pants suit? How would people know that we mean business? These are but some of the garments that shape women’s wear today. Let’s take a look back at the fashion designers who created and the impact of their creations.

Coco Chanel- The Tweed Suit

Coco Chanel founder of the largest fashion brand in the world Chanel put the brand on the map with the tweed skirt suit. The tweed suit characterised by its material and also the structure of the garment. At the time the garment was designed most of the female clothes were mainly designed by men and the trend was form-fitting skirts corseted dresses and high waist skirts and dresses. So, when Coco Chanel designed a loose tweed suit that was only fitted on the lower waist and shoulders, she gained popularity for designing comfortable yet fashionable clothing. Today the design and fabric remain a staple for the brand and if you don’t recognize it, think of the Chanel jacket.

Yves Saint Laurent -The Female Pants Suit

It was the year 1967 when Yves Saint Laurent (the designer) adapted the traditionally masculine suit for the female body. The sleeves were fitted the waist belted and the pant leg wide. The pants suit accompanied by a necktie and a hat revolutionised women’s wear. The suit a uniform for the working woman and from that moment the designer became the tailor of the confident sexy and empowered woman. Today pantsuit has lived on taking up many forms all born from that original design.

Mary Quant -The Miniskirt

The sixties gave us the beetles, the first man on the moon and the miniskirt although little is known on who was the first to design the miniskirt Mary Quant is credited with advocating for the garment. The miniskirt came at an opportune time of female liberation by the birth control pill and the garment became the perfect symbol.

Givenchy-The Little Black dress

Trends may come and go but the little black dress is here to stay. The staple piece for any and every evening out. Designed by Coco Chanel popularised by Givenchy the little black dress was made to Transcend trends, invest now and wear forever. That’s why you can never go wrong with a little black dress .

These designers have shaped womenswear today by setting themselves apart with transformable designs. They have proved that to be irreplaceable one must be different.

Words by Precious Njoki

Graphics by Séverine Denis-Lessard

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