OK, we know, red for the Christmas party season is as predictable as snow at the North Pole. BUT, ever since Bottega Veneta sent out a red finale at the autumn/winter shows, we have been coveting the perfect piece of red for our wardrobes. Here's our roundup of the best online this week
From bottegaveneta.co.uk
Photographer: Jason Hetherington
Fashion editors: Jo Jones and Helen Seamons
Hair and makeup: Juliana Sergot
Model: Victoria at Models 1 Photograph: Jason Hetherington
This red coat is for life, not just for Christmas. Be bold and enjoy making an entrance, splashing colour over a sea of dark coats. Just remember to keep your accessories simple
From whistles.co.uk Photograph: PR
This rich red skater dress is playful and super-flattering on most shapes. Perfect for a sophisticated cocktail look; finish with rouge noir lips
From whistles.co.uk Photograph: PR
This neat red dress has a touch of Breakfast at Tiffany's about it. Finish this look with black opaque tights and pointed court shoes. Miss Hepburn would adore it
From asos.com Photograph: PR
This Halston Heritage dress is a timeless classic, chic and the polar opposite to the LBD. We think this is a good investment piece and you'll be in good company - Sarah Jessica Parker and Chloë Sevigny are big fans too
By Halston Heritage from harveynichols.co.uk Photograph: PR
Couture on a shoestring. Well done to Cos for coming up with this little beauty. The cut of this dress has to be seen to be believed. We think it will look even better come spring with bare legs and flat pumps.
From cosstores.com Photograph: PR
Currently our favourite colour combo is red and camel. Zara has an excellent camel knit with exposed zip that works brilliantly with this red wool skirt
From cosstores.com Photograph: PR
A pop of red is all your outfit needs to bring it bang up to date. That's why we like these ankle boots; they do the job in a nonchalant way. We intend to wear them with heaps of black and matt red lips for some real Left Bank cool
By Sigerson Morrison from net-a-porter.com Photograph: PR
There is something very Guy Bourdin about a flash of red in an otherwise plain outfit. Stand out from the crowd with these leather gloves
By Masion Fabre from brownsfashion.com Photograph: PR
Add a pop of colour to your winter look with this imitation ostrich skin PVC bag. The long gold chain gives a glamorous touch to day or evening
Marc by Marc Jacobs from net-a-porter.com Photograph: PR
This bag is the perfect elegant addition for anyone looking for an injection of red that is more understated. Leaning more towards ox blood then pillar box, it's what fashion types like to call a 'classic'.
From zara.com Photograph: PR
