All from gucci.com
Dress, £795
From stellamccartney.com
The party season is upon us and this season the cornerstone of Frida Giannini's men's show was a lean two-button suit, its trouser flaring slightly over the shoe. For the ladies, gold took over the runway and Stella McCartney's gold Mylar print one of the most talked about items. We suggest a little gold to add some glamour to your party wardrobe this Christmas
Fashion editors: Jo Jones and Helen Seamons
Photographer: Kevin Foord
Models: Jessiann and Jeremy Young at Models 1
Hair and Make-up: Juliana Sergot Photograph: Kevin Foord
Both from burton.co.uk
Shirt, £85
From frenchconnection.com
Bow-tie, £2
From primark.co.uk
If you only attend one dressy party event a year, you'd be well advised to buy a suit that you'll get year round wear from, like this neat grey check. Style it with a shirt in a deep wintry hue and channel Doctor Who with a tweed bow-tie Photograph: PR
From mango.com
Shoes, £70
From topshop.com
Ring, £180
By YSL from matchesfashion.com
Les Bulles d'Agathe Poire 45ml, £15.50
By Maison Francis Kurkdjian from liberty.co.uk
For a super sexy, textural evening look, simply add a gold faux snakeskin court shoe and bold gold ring Photograph: PR
From peacocks.co.uk
Mini cape, £45
From asos.com
Necklace, £36
From urbanoutfitters.co.uk
Odd Couple eyeshadow, £15
From maccosmetics.co.uk
Make an entrance in floor length gold, accessorised with a vintage look beaded evening cape. Finally finish the look with a touch of gold on the eyes Photograph: PR
Both from frenchconnection.com
Shirt, £75
From allsaints.com
Shoes, £75
J by Jasper Conraan from debenhams.com
Get the Gucci look for a fraction of the price. If you're not sure which shirt colour to choose, opt for white- it's a fail-safe classic. Finish with a well polished patent shoe Photograph: PR
From monsoon.co.uk
Clutch, £30
From accessorize.com
Sandals, £65
From aldoshoes.com
Un Bois Vanille Eau de Parfum 50ml, £66
By Serge Lutens from liberty.co.uk
Add some sparkle to your party wardrobe with this perfect LGD (little gold dress), to replace the LBD this season. Embrace the gold look wholesale with a clutch and sandals Photograph: PR
From frenchconnection.com
Maxi skirt, £50 and feather waistcoat, £50
Both from topshop.com
Imogen Belfield Square Filigree ring, £195
From elizabethgaltonstudio.com
Have a little fun with you outfit and layer up different tones of gold with this shirt and feather waistcoat. Finish the look by simply adding a gold ring Photograph: PR
All from tedbaker.com
Cuff links, £145
By Lanvin from mrporter.com
Shoes, £255
By Church's from mrporter.com
Tom Ford Jasmin Rouge 50ml, £120
Stockist 0870 034 2566
Throw caution to the wind and attend black-tie events in a deep purple dinner suit instead of the traditional black. Don't forget the cuff-links! Photograph: PR
From asos.com
Shirt, £39
From missselfridge.com
Sandals, £49.99
From zara.com
Maya Gold necklace, £125
By Alice Menter from elizabethgaltonstudio.com
This super chic look is perfect for cocktails or a dinner date. The bold skirt colour matches the delicate collar detail on this shirt and the graphic shape necklace adds a simple detail Photograph: PR
From missselfridge.com
Trousers, £34.99
From hm.com
Necklace, £14
From accessorize.com
Shoes, £42
From dorothyperkins.com
If you're not a fan of dresses, have fun with this look. Mix the gold print top with silver trousers, accessorise with a pendant necklace and high heels Photograph: PR
