Often, a classic party dress is too impractical for the occasion.
Depending on the venue, bare legs, toes, decolletage and arms might result in loss of limb due to frostbite!
I can't stand being cold, and would never bare all if I thought there was a chance of feeling the chill.
This is where a sparkly knit comes into its own.
I'm not talking about Christmas jumpers here (Find out why I'm not a fan)
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This jumper is perfect for those not-so-warm celebrations because you can hide a few cosy thermal layers underneath... which I did!
I've worn it loads of times, with various different bottoms, but today I'm styling it with a swooshy skirt for a feminine feel.
I love this skirt, it's a decent weight and fits well (although it's HUGE, I had to get a UK6 and I'm normally a UK10 so be aware of that if you like the look of it).
I also love the swoosh... BUT, it has a white underside to the fabric which ruins it slightly for me.
The white seems to make it feel unnecessarily cheap looking.
Why not use a red or black base?
{Luckily it only flashes when you swoosh about like a goof... see below!}
Simple opaque tights and some metallic boots finished this outfit off with ease.
It's a comfortable and, most importantly, warm outfit that is easy to throw on.
Perfect for a casual get together.
What would you wear to a casual (and chilly) Christmas event?
I'd love to hear about your go-to items and cold weather cheats!
SKIRT: F&F at Tesco
JUMPER: Old, a gift from the lovely Ann @krembdelakremb
BOOTS: c/o Lotus
TIGHTS: Gerbe
BAG: Vintage
PIN: old
LIPSTICK: Lisa Eldridge...I'm in love!
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