Christmas

Yuletide! Rock It Hot
By Oyindamola Lawal
THE Yuletide parties are still on. Girls everywhere take a collective sigh, for the politics of Christmas party dresses have made their seasonal appearance. Christmas parties are what girls are absolutely crazy about in December.
What is very important is to know the dress code. More so, go for festive colours like sparkly, red, gold or silver and you’ve hit the nail on the head. Whatever you do, do not forget those all important sparkly accessories and gorgeous glittery make up.
For the petites, a belted waist asymmetrical dress is a flattering touch because it will emphasize your figure. If it’s your bog standard party with an ‘anything Christmassy goes’ theme, handkerchief dresses and little tutu prom dresses will work wonders.
In the booming 1990s it was perfectly okay to turn up to a party in expensive jeans, but in times of recession it is good manners to dress up and show your appreciation to the hostess for providing free canapés during lean times. Depending on the venue and your personal style preference there are two main looks for Christmas 2008 – think either 'prima ballerinas dressing up box' or 'Goth glam meets rock chic'.

Fabrics
For fairy tale glamour think opulent lace and tulle confections with whimsical oversized fabric embellishment in the form of roses, ruffles and bows. There are vintage style flapper dresses with palettes, sequins, beading, feathers and fringing. Mix tulle, chiffon, silk and velvet with lots of amazing lace. The age of romance comes alive in a lovely silhouette and delicate lace. Lets your taffeta speaks for you.
Make a glamorous entry: decadent silk falls into soft pleats and an exquisite drape in blue maxi dress. Looks perfect!

Dresses
Dresses have always been one of the most favourite trends among women as they are very comfortable to wear and demonstrate the better parts of our bodies. Dresses of this season have sequins, various embellishments, lace and leopard prints.
If you’re going for the lean elegant look, a long silk dress with spaghetti straps in palest metallic is a sure-fire hit for everyone
Accessories
Accessorise to the max! Choose one stunning piece such as a bling cocktail ring, a gorgeous pair of earrings or a jewelled cuff.
Make a statement with a great bag. As we always say, accessories matter and they complete the look. Well-balanced details make any look exclusive and original.

Bags have one main peculiarity – diversity of style! It means your bag can be of any style but it shouldn’t be versatile. This season, go for bright clutches for eveningwear. Each bag has to be distinguished by style, colour, shape and, of course, its own unique character.

Footwear fashion is a capricious lady. Today this style is trendy, tomorrow that one and the day after tomorrow we return to first sample. Opt for trendy party shoes.