Use this season's forties trend as your party wear inspiration. Think glamour, elegance and most importantly a red lip.
We show you six ways to adapt the Miu Miu look on a budget
All from miumiu.com
Fashion editors: Jo Jones and Helen Seamons
Photographer: Kevin Foord
Model: Jessiann at Models 1
Hair and Make-up: Juliana Sergot Photograph: Kevin Foord
By Tucker from net-a-porter.com
Faux fur coat, £89, earrings, £15 and heels, £25
All from missselfridge.com
Don't take the trend too literally, it's not fancy dress. Use the forties colour palette and textures to create your own party look Photograph: PR
By YMC from my-wardrobe.com
Frog prince clutch, £127
By Love Moschino from moschinoboutique.com
Brooch, £240
By Kenneth Jay Lane from my-wardrobe.com
Flat shoes, £28
From topshop.com
This is the perfect ensemble for a trip to the theatre over the festive season. Velvet instantly says bygone glamour in an understated way. Teamed with flat slipper pumps, it's elegant without trying too hard Photograph: PR
Both from missselfridge.com
Skirt, £220
By Anglomania from my-wardrobe.com
Heels, £85
Michael by Michael Kors from net-a-porter.com
Ivory and metallic shades create a sophisicated look for cocktails. Leave the black opaque tights at home and go wartime chic with seamed stockings Photograph: PR
From missselfridge.com
Hair ornament, £18
From accessorize.com
Cuff, £6
From peacocks.com
Heels, £64.90
From mango.com
Love! Love! Love! this evening maxi from Miss Selfridge (they really do have some exceptional great bits for the holiday season.) Officially nail the forties glam look with the accessorises Photograph: PR
By Pearl Lowe from peacocks.co.uk
faux fur tippet, £45
From debenhams.com
Shoes, £59.99
From zara.com
Rouge Allure lipstick, £23.50
By Chanel from boots.com
Pearl Lowe's collection of vintage look dresses for Peacocks are divine and great value for money. Dress up for Christmas dinner Downton Abbey style in this gold silky number and don't forget the finshing touch - a red pout Photograph: PR
From topshop.com
Bag, £32
From missselfridge.com
Earrings, £18
From oasis-stores.com
Prada Candy fragrance, £40 for 30ml
Stockist 020 7494 6220
For pure elegance, the Marks and Spencers Limited Edition dress speaks for itself. Indulge in a touch of crystal and a tiny puff of feathers with this dainty evening bag. To complete your 40s world this deco inspired Prada perfume bottle adds a touch of glamour to your dressing table Photograph: PR
