Photographer: Kevin Foord
Fashion editors: Jo Jones and Helen Seamons
Hair and make-up: Juliana Sergot
Models: Bridget at Elite London and Dewi at Select
Shot on location at Snape Maltings, Near Aldeburgh, Suffolk IP17 1SR snapemaltings.co.uk 01728 688 303 Photograph: Kevin Foord/Observer
This elegant double-faced wool coat is super soft. Beware strangers leaning in to stroke you on the bus
Jaeger jaeger.co.uk Photograph: PR
Eye-catching jewellery doesn't have to cost the earth. We love this fun rubber chain bracelet by Marc by Marc Jacobs
Marc by Marc Jacobs harveynichols.com Photograph: PR
There's something very Dita Von Teese about this sexy high-waisted pencil skirt in plum. Simply layer a black sheer blouse over a black camisole, slip on a pointed court shoe and turn a few heads
Topshop topshop.com Photograph: PR
Tear up the dance floor in these lace-print T-bar beauties
Karen Millen karenmillen.com Photograph: PR
This season the must-have colour is purple, and we suggest that good-quality knitwear lasts longer and wears better. Invest in this – it's 70% Merino wool, 30% cashmere – and if you heed the care label you'll be wearing it for years to come
YMC my-wardrobe.com Photograph: PR
Add a touch of sparkle and purple to any outfit this party season with this definite investment piece you will enjoy for ever
Anya Hindmarch anyahindmarch.com Photograph: PR
These paisley rose-print plum-hued trousers also have a matching PJ-style top for a head-to-toe stylish purple look. Wear with killer heels
Miss Selfridge missselfridge.com Photograph: PR
Play with shades of purple for a modern take on this trend. Reminiscent of the Raf Simons for Jil Sander collection, this coat is a winner for winter. Perfect worn over a dress or with jeans. We adore
Cos cosstores.com Photograph: PR
This lace-insert dress will see you through the party season – and you can wheel it out again for the wedding circuit next year. Win!
Whistles whistles.co.uk Photograph: PR
We are desperate with a capital D for something from the Christopher Kane autumn/winter collection. We've been saving for this leopard pouch so we can swing it nonchalantly from our wrist throughout the party season
Christopher Kane liberty.co.uk Photograph: Christopher Kane Art Dept/PR
