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Party season is just round the nook and High Street shops are groaning beneath the weight of glittery cocktail attire.
But if, like me, you’re rather more of a ‘jeans and T-shirt’ than ‘little black dress’ sort, the sight of all these sequins and sparkles may be a bit overwhelming. The good information is that you don’t have to ditch your loved one denim and drive your self into one thing that actually isn’t you.
With retailers, comparable to Next and H&M, smart to the truth that many of their clients desire to maintain it extra informal at Christmas, they’re carrying a large choice of get together denims that are dressier than on a regular basis choices whereas nonetheless maintaining you firmly inside your consolation zone – and they’re rather more versatile than you may suppose, too. You can nonetheless put on a traditional tee along with your chosen pair of get together jeans, if that’s your factor, or attempt teaming an outsized tuxedo jacket with flares.
And when you don’t need your get together glam to return at the expense of heat, there’s an array of luxurious knitwear round that will maintain you cosy on a chilly winter’s night. Subtle designs, like Maje’s studded pairmay be worn all 12 months spherical. I’ll be throwing on outsized jumpers and carrying mine nicely into 2026!
From sequins to bows, I’ve tried on 30 pairs to deliver you my decide of the finest of this season’s cocktail denim, beginning from solely £39.99. These will all look fabulous at any age.
Essentiel Antwerp (Sequin)
I often desire darker denim in the winter months, however the blue and black sequin embellishment and the reduce of the tremendous-tender material makes this pair look dressy with out teetering into Too Much territory. Better nonetheless, the sequins are solely on the entrance – so when you desire to take a seat down at events relatively than boogie on the dance flooring, you gained’t have something sharp digging into the again of your legs or leaving an imprint on the bar stool. Genius! These are good with a velvet blazer.
Next (Diamante)
Take the fear out of what to pair along with your get together denim with this matching set. These tender, large-leg denims include a matching shell prime – and sure, you are able to do double diamante denim for Christmas. Wear as separates after the get together season when it’s time to tone down the sparkle.
H&M (Metallic)
I like my denims to be cozy, not crackly, so inflexible denim and metallics are two issues I usually steer clear of. However, these are so flattering that I’ve been transformed. The form and crease at the entrance elongates your legs, turning you into an immediate disco diva. They make such a assertion that you just have to pair them with a crisp white shirt to strike the good steadiness. Great for all ages – just ask my 60-12 months-outdated mum who has already borrowed them!
Paige (Velvet)
I’m a big fan of Paige’s denim, so it’s nice that it presents velvet choices in its common styles, including these Anessa large-leg ones. Cropped at the ankle to point out off your fancy footwear, they’re the good jean to take you from the desk to the dance flooring.
Next (Bows)
Not all partywear has to glitter. If you’re not bought on sequins then these denims from Next take a extra delicate method. The barrel leg has been the trending silhouette of the 12 months – add a smattering of black bows and the result’s denims that look rather more costly than they are… and very Simone Rocha.
Good American (Rhinestone)
Good American is a godsend for curvy ladies like me, because it is aware of tips on how to reduce its denim in a manner that flatters these of us with wider hips who don’t go well with skinny styles. Featuring vertical diamantes throughout (which creates an immediate slimming phantasm) you’d anticipate these denims to be stiff and uncomfortable, however they’re surprisingly tender and versatile – which means you’ll be able to dance the evening away in type and consolation.
Maje (Studded)
Worried about sequins flying off while you stroll? Find diamantes just a little an excessive amount of for you? This pair of large-leg denims from Parisian model Maje may very well be the reply. The metallic studs add a contact of stylish shine with out dipping into full-on dazzle.