Nod to gothic

The goth trend has been going strong for a while and it makes for an unexpected take on party dressing. Channel lace collars and velvet for an understated reference to the look.

Pictured: Albaray, Galvan

Beauty and hair too

Blow-dries with bounce and volume are back. Meanwhile, slick up-dos look polished and timeless or go big and bold on headbands and bows.

Go full on goddess-core with gold shimmer across eyes, or tap into the trend for Siren Eyes in teal or navy.

Pictured: Marks & Spencer

Top hair tips from Headmasters

Luxury hair salon Headmasters have some top tips this year for your Christmas party hairdo:

• Blow dry – Try out a sleek, glossy blow dry if you’re going for a glamorous and sophisticated look. Their standout blow dry this year is “The Perfection” — a sculpted, high-gloss, full-bodied blow-dry inspired by timeless glamour and modern polish.
• Italian bobs – If you’re looking for a dramatic cut, try out an Italian bob, personalised to suit your face shape and hair texture, giving you effortless structure and volume without over-styling. 2025 haircut trends are all about understated luxury, clean lines, and a softly contoured shape.
• Mocha brunette and champagne blonde – Mocha brunettes are leading the colour conversation for winter 2025 — think rich, glossy chocolate tones layered with caramel or cinnamon accents to reflect light and create softness. But blondes are just as in demand this season — with a strong move toward creamy, dimensional blondes that feel luxe, warm, and glowing.

Accessories aplenty

Party nights call for careful curation of your shoes, bag and jewellery as they can make or break the look. Gold statement earrings will elevate a simple black dress. Clever detailing in a bag can be a conversation starter.

Pictured: Freya Rose London, Celeste by Merve Bayindir

Modern glamour

Draped satin is party-chic and nods to art deco but with a contemporary twist. Sequins and fringing taps into the 1920s for vintage style.

Pictured: Albaray, Phase Eight

Rich burgundy

This rich shade has been trending for a while in fashion and interiors and will come into its own this festive season.

Pictured: RIXO

Go translucent

While lace has firmly made its mark on our wardrobes already this season, it comes into its own for parties. Anything sheer will nod to the translucent trend, and tulle too is having a moment.

Pictured: Phase Eight, Joe Browns

Tactile textures

Faux fur was one of the hottest catwalk trends this season, in more ways than one, and it’s perfect for a toasty party dress cover-up, whether you go for a stole, cropped jacket or floor-length style. Wear over a slip dress for vintage film star glamour. Velvet is always a festive go-to

Pictured: Joe Browns, Albaray

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