Partywear for all occasions

Do you opt for ultimate shimmer with a sequinned mini to the office party? Or play safe and buy a little black dress that will last a lifetime? According to a recent study, women will spend almost one year of their lives deciding what to wear, so save on your time and stress, by checking our ultimate Christmas party outfit guide.

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First off on the festive party calendar will be the Christmas office do. This is a tricky one - you might want to wow Bob in Sales with your stunning party frock, but you don't want your boss to see more flesh than in a butcher's shop. Instead, wear something that shows off your glam side, but is still professional. There's nothing wrong with showing a bit of shoulder, but maybe hold back on swathes of cleavage and thigh.

This knee length, strappy black dress is perfect for an office party. It screams sophistication and style, but the copper sequin trim and thin straps add a splash of sex appeal. Match with a pair of metallic heels and you have a fun, festive outfit that will make you stand out from the office crowd, for all the right reasons.

Buy this dress on Ciao for £95

Buy champagne-coloured heels on Ciao for £12.99

Next up in the party calendar is the Christmas cocktail party that one of your pals throws. Among friends - and maybe a few handsome new faces - this is a time to really shine brighter than fairy lights. Your dress needs to show what a gorgeous party girl you are, so why not splash out on something really special? This Red
Betsey Johnson dress is hard to beat. It's not cheap, but it's wow factor is worth every penny.

Buy this dress on Ciao for £195

Christmas Eve is a magical night. Whether you're spending it with your mates in the pub, at home with your bloke, or with the family, choose a dress to suit the happy and excited atmosphere. A bold print will make an impact, without overshadowing the gifts piled up under the tree. This retro print Miss Sixty dress is ideal - stylish, smart, but not over the top, you'll wear this one over and over. Couple with a pair of brown heeled shoe boots and you'll feel dressed up, but not over-dressed, from roasting chestnuts on the fire with your man, to supping champagne with the parents.

Buy this Miss Sixty dress on Ciao for £75

Buy some shot boots on Ciao for £20

It's Christmas Day, your waistline is suffering and there's still a tin of Roses to get through. You want to look gorgeous but not trussed up like the turkey, so why not choose a fab dress that's lovely to look at but also roomy around the middle? This Miss Sixty stretch jersey dress is just right. You'll make an impression and still be able to feast on the treats. Accessorise with a big, black antique effect ring and you'll make an unforgettable - yet comfy - fashion statement.

Buy Miss Sixty Jersey dress on Ciao for £59

Buy this ring on Ciao for £49

Perhaps the ultimate festive party is New Year's Eve, a time to transform yourself into the belle of the ball. Whether you're going out dancing in a club, or to a special New Year's Eve black tie event, you will sparkle like a disco ball in this amazing sequin dress, which won't fail to turn heads. With a dress like this, you don't need to accessorise, just choose a great pair of shoes, like these mirrored heels to dance the year away in!

Buy this dress on Ciao for £79

Buy these heels on Ciao from £63.33

Finally, the party season is coming to an end. There's just one more dress to choose - the one to wear for New Year's Day. Maybe you're having lunch with family, or meeting up with friends to dissect the antics of the night before. Whatever you're doing, choose a statement red dress that is easy to wear and not too formal. To give your dress an edge, carry a red clutch bag - handy to keep those painkillers in for your hangover too!
A vibrant colour and flattering style, this number is the perfect ending to a party season your wardrobe will never forget!

Buy this red dress on Ciao for £98

Buy the red clutch on Ciao for £34.99