Pics: Dress with festive flair
Durban - When selecting an outfit for the festive party period, if it hasn’t got some form of sequin, lace detail or embroidery, especially for women, discard it.
The festive season is always the season to sparkle. And what better way to do so than in a show-stopping dress.
And, gents, just because you can’t sparkle as much as the ladies, it doesn’t mean that you must be dull. –
The Independent
Ladies
We’ve rounded up the best, from blinged-up minis and floor-sweeping elegance, all guaranteed to make you turn heads this festive season.
Party and Night out with the girls
Pink Skater Dress by AX Paris at Superbalist, R599
If it’s a show-stopping look you’re in search of, look no further. Skater dresses have been one of the silhouettes favoured by the stylish celebrities such as Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande and Bonang Matheba and it’s because they flatter a range of body types.
This one has an all-over orchid print and has been constructed from a thick, silky fabric.
Wear with: Aldo Sevelalla stilettos, from Aldo, R1 199.
Pool Party
Black Crochet Dress by Glamorous at Superbalist and Top Shop, R599
We have extensively covered swimwear and the trends this year – it’s all about sexy cut-outs, the sports luxe neoprene bikinis and graphic print numbers. But what it’s really all about now is cover-ups: the beach dress, cape and oversized kaftan.
This crochet beach dress has all the right things – it’s light, stylish and all those open spaces make it the ideal dress to wear with your swimsuit.
New Year’s Eve
Black sequinned dress: Marianne Schennel Dress at Spree R980
If there's one time of the year you can afford to go all out, it’s at Christmas. And this sequinned dress is a great alternative to more clichéd festive colours.
It comes in a fitted design which bares some leg, but this is balanced by the coverage from the longer sleeves.
Wear with: Black and gold Summer heels from Zoom Footwear, R699.
Fancy Christmas Party with the In-Laws
Criss Cross Maxi Navy Gert-Johan Coetzee, R1 250
For those with a little extra cash to splash on a dress, there’s no better label to invest in than Gert-Johan Coetzee. The brand specialises in occasion wear that looks the business without actually quite costing it.
This dress is ideal for those who like the coverage from a maxi hemline with the velvet criss-cross detail keeping it on the dressy side.
Wear with: cobalt blue suede Francis heels from Witchery, R1 299.
Men
From summer parties that carry on into the evenings, to smart sit-down dinners or a boys’ night out, December is a busy month and perfect for you to show your style chops.
Party and Night out with the boys
Spot Print Linen Shirt by Country Road at R640, Woolworths
You want to be casual, but still smart enough to gain entry to the hottest club in town. Linen is the best fabric for summer, alongside cotton, and for summer evenings, it’s really great. The white spot print makes the shirt interesting instead of it being one colour.
Wear with: Chinos (black or cream) and with brown accessories (shoes, belt, hat)
Beach party
Dark blue, white and cerise swim shorts by H&M, R299
Prints may be cool, but sometimes they are too loud and never go with anything. I find it’s always best to wear one colour and then let the other items of clothing, like your T-shirt, shirt or vest do the vibrant summer feel. The classic and retro swim trunks are where it has been for the past year when it comes to men’s swimwear. They are fun to wear and look stylish, too.
Wear with: Navy short-sleeve shirt, sneakers and straw hat
Geo-print Item Jacket Multi-colour by C-SQUARED, R1 699
Every bloke needs that one jacket that will make him feel like the best dressed man in the room. This blazer is one of those. The print and the tailoring alone makes it great. It’s a versatile staple that you can dress up in a New York minute, or dress down if the venue and/or social occasion requires it.
Wear with: Navy pants, with a print shirt and brown brogue shoes.
Lawry Suit Cobalt by Marco Benetti, R1 195 at Spree
You suit up for a smart dinner and while sometimes black suits are best, they can also be too severe. That’s why other colours are good for a dinner party that’s not black tie. A slim fit suit, like this, is smart enough, but has a casual feel to it too.
Wear with: A crisp white shirt and a print pocket square to add flourish.
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