This party season there is a handful of really stand out trends for dresses that you can’t ignore. They’re in every shop, and a lot of the time, there’s loads of crossover; dresses with more than one trendy feature. Be careful – too many trends can be overwhelming, and a dress going in several directions will date faster than most.
Choose a trend, and stick to it!
Embellished
I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again – this little black dress with a difference is *fierce*. The Sequin Gem Dress from New Look, at £75 looks high fashion (and kinda is – it’s designed by Giles Deacon!) but without the price tag. It’s a must-snatch!
On a whole other tangent – this Navy Crystal Swing Dress is absolutely gorgeous; soft and floaty with some heavy embellishment to balance it out. At £40, it’s uber-affordable, and endlessly flattering for those with a rounder tummy. The mesh insert at the back keeps things interesting; all it needs is some sparkling heels, and you’re out the door!
One-shoulder
Call the emergency services – this is one smoking hot little number! The Rise Magenta One-Shoulder Dress from Dorothy Perkins is a complete show-stopper. That colour – that cut…and all for just £28!
Now this one screams style. the Nadine One Shoulder Dress from Fashion Union is sleek and elegant with one embellished shoulder strap and a sexy pencil style fit. The black and gold combo is utterly fabulous, and you’ll look like exotic royalty with a pair of gold chandeliers.
Sequinned
This Oasis Sequin T-Shirt is perfect for the dress up/dress down dilemma. A pair of heels and a whole load of bling, and you’re ready for partytime – flats and stockings, and youcould rock this anywhere, anytime. At £55, that’s what we call value!
And now, before you look at me funny for advocating spending with a budget…and then presenting you with a £150 dress, just bear in mind that this is literally the best sequinned dress on the market right now. And if anything; it should serve as a little inspiration!
The Sequin Flapper Dress from Oasis will transform you into an instant goddess, no effort necessary. In shades of precious metal, this dress is quite simply phenomenal. End of story.
Bold Print
If you really want to stand out from the crowd this party season; this combination of feather print, embellishment and sex appeal could be just the ticket.
The Vero Moda Ruffle Peacock Print Dress is perfect for dancing the night away, while giving you confidence with it’s flattering ruffles. Short and sexy – this one’s a winner.
Body-con
There’s no hiding here. If you want to tap into the body-con trend, prepare for every curve to be on show!
This Studded Body Con Dress, £65 from Lipsy (the best in body-con since Herve Leger) is a bandeau style that’s tight, short and sexy, with stud detailing in vertical designs that offer up a lovely line.
