Normally, I'm strictly a sequins or LBD kind of gal when it comes to Christmas parties, but Emma Bunton's printed suit has just stopped me in my tracks.
She attended the Music Trust Awards in London earlier this week, wearing a print that might traditionally be considered more for the summer months, but has been given a wintry update by one of the best British clothing brands.
Emma's blazer and matching trousers are both by Rixo, a label you'll no doubt know thanks to their stunning wedding guest dresses. Emma Lane styled the look, adding glamorous details like a white silk blouse by Sans Faff, worn unbuttoned at the neckline to show off a beautiful necklace. The pearl heel Sophia Webster platforms work so well with the flared cut of the trousers, and a pre-loved Chanel bag sourced from Sign of the Times rounded things off perfectly.
Although I'm truly obsessed with this matchy matchy look on Emma, if you want to get more mileage out of it, you can also wear this jacket as part of a jeans and a blazer outfit formula. It's also available in statement leopard print, and one customer called this "a piece to treasure".
The gently flared shape of these trousers is super flattering, and as an alternative to heels, these would look amazing with some suede boots to lean into the retro feel. These are available in UK sizes from 6 to 16, and you can wear them for more casual days with a cosy knit.
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This blazer is such a bargain, I wouldn't wait around to snap it up. I have some really nice designs from Joanie, so if it's new on your radar, it's well worth a try.
There's a mini skirt option to match this blazer, and the oversized silhouette feels very high fashion. The chocolate brown gingham print perfectly taps into the autumn/winter fashion colour trends 2025, too.
If an evening in stilettos is your idea of a nightmare, platforms are the way forward for the Christmas party season. These feature a glitzy little buckle detailing, and will make your legs look like they go on forever!
If you're after a silk blouse to wear under your tailoring, you won't find any better than Reiss. This one's available in six different colours, and I promise you you'll want them all once you've tried ivory!
This quilted bag is one of the best designer lookalikes I've come across in a while. The woven top handle and strap really look like Chanel, and it's available in several different colours.
If gingham isn't your thing, how about houndstooth? I love the length of these wide-leg trousers, which have a handy little bit of stretch in the fabric.
If you're worried about gingham feeling a bit too summery, easy ways to make it festive are to add some sparkle, like these M&S earrings, or incorporate some texture into the rest of your outfit, such as velvet, leather or satin. Stick to colours like black or brown and white, and this preppy print is perfect for party season!
