House of Fraser has just launched its online party dress shop. Inside this virtual department store you can look for dresses by trend, shape or party type, greatly aiding your search. We are going to focus on just one outlet, a Christmas or evening dress from House of Fraser. So, here are our top picks for extra special Christmas dresses that combine elements of classic and on-trend styling.
Party type: Christmas and New Year’s Eve
One of the season’s hottest trends is the girl-boy trend. You could be fooled into thinking that dresses simply don’t exist within this trend – not too many boys wear dresses on a regular basis(!) – but the clever, stylish and elegant Tuxedo Dress from Pied A Terre manages to slot into this trend nicely. The dress is similar in design to a tuxedo jacket complete with silk lapels and v-neckline. However it’s pinched in at the waist with a button fastening and this, along with the structured skirt, adds a feminine shape. It is both classic and modern.
Party type: office party
Partying with both your boss and colleagues means you need to find a happy medium between formal and fun. The Animal Sequin Cut Out Shoulder Dress from Warehouse is perfect. The cut is simple and loose; it doesn’t reveal too much, but the v-neck on the back of the dress adds a little cheeky sex appeal. The sleeves are to the elbow, the neckline on the front is rounded and the length is mid thigh. What makes this dress fun is the all over sequin detailing. It is on point, in keeping with the season’s metallic trend, but the relaxed cut means it doesn’t go overboard. The cut-out sections on the shoulder are modern and cute. This dress should also last the test of time thanks to the simple cut and dulled bronze tone of the sequins.
Party type: family time
Everyone likes to get a little bit dressed up on Christmas Day. Whether you are dining at home or heading to family and friends, you like to look your best. Therefore you need a daytime dress that is comfortable and informal, but sassy and Christmassy too. The Button Back Dress from Untold in mustard yellow meets all these criteria. The loose but slightly tailored shift style has the 1960s written all over it. The sweet button fastening on the back adds some modernity and the rounded neckline, short sleeves and mid-thigh hem keep it casual. Thankfully this is not a tight fitting dress, so go on and enjoy the turkey with all the trimmings.
