The festive season is almost upon us, and with it comes a social schedule chockablock with office parties, nights down the pub with friends and family get-togethers - which means it's necessary to have a wardrobe of Insta-worthy outfits at your disposal.
But if you have neither the time nor funds to fill your wardrobe with brand new garms, fear not. Here are five ways to style up the single sparkly dress you need this season, courtesy of Reserved, leaving you ready for just about any occasion.
1. The office do
The annual office Christmas party is usually the rare excuse to get all dolled up. Whether you're hoping to catch the eye of a certain colleagues or just enjoy the free booze with your work wife, embrace the opportunity to dress to impress.
Pair a fur coat with your sequin slip for some Old Hollywood glamour and add extra glitz with your accessories; go for gold with a pair of intricate earrings, swipe on a red lip and voila, you're ready for whatever the night has in store.
SHOP IT: Dress, £39.99; Faux fur coat, £79.99; Black heels, £34.99; Gold clutch bag, £29.99; Earrings, £7.99, all available at Reserved.
2. The Friendmas celebrations
Whether Friendmas means a full blown Christmas dinner or a more low-key night of cheese, wine and board games, festive celebrations with your girl gang are the perfect excuse to add a little edge to your 'fit.
Dress down your sequins by layering them over a long sleeve top - think '90s grunge with added polish. This sheer number, with its crinkle-edge detailing on the sleeves, fits the bill perfectly. Add a leather jacket for warmth and a pair of (faux) snakeskin boots. Extra points for an on-trend western inspired shape.
SHOP IT: Dress, £39.99; Faux leather biker jacket, £29.99; Snake effect ankle boots, £49.99; Top, £12.99; Earrings, £7.99, all available at Reserved.
3. A festive market trip
Would December be complete without a trip to the local Christmas market for a mulled wine (or five)? Practicality is key here - nobody wants to spend time perusing stalls of festive knick-knacks while you're freezing your own knick-knacks off.
This look is all about layering; a glittery hoodie will dress down a sequin dress and a puffa jacket will add some much needed warmth. Embrace the mix of girly and edgy by adding chunky combat boots a handy backpack and some gold hoops.
SHOP IT: Dress, £39.99; Glitter jersey hoodie, £17.99; Floral coat, £49.99; Earrings, £5.99; Ankle boots, £49.99; Backpack £39.99, all available at Reserved.
4. Christmas Eve drinks
A cosy Christmas Eve pub trip calls for a more casual look, so keep it relaxed with a cool, oversized shirt. Try injecting a pop of colour - we like this bright pink number - and add clashing accessories for an unexpected twist. Red and pink still reign supreme as one of the coolest colour combos, so pair your look with maroon ankle boots and a chic snakeskin print bag.
Hammered gold earrings will add a little glamour - it is the festive season, after all.
SHOP IT: Dress, £39.99; Jacquard jacket, £34.99; Mid-heel ankle boots, £49.99; Snakeskin motif bag, £24.99; Earrings, £7.99, all available at Reserved.
5. Christmas Day
People tend to fall into two camps when it comes to Christmas Day dressing; all out glam, or all-day PJs. If you're likely to get dressed up for the big day, try a luxe all-black look. Layer a thin knit over your sequin dress, and pair with a sophisticated pair of knee-high black boots.
Finish the look with a statement coat like this '60s inspired number, perfect to throw on for an after-lunch walk. Just swap the boots out for a more practical pair of trainers that you don't mind getting muddy.
SHOP IT: Dress, £39.99; Roll neck jumper, £19.99; Ring, £7.99; High heel boots, £59.99; Wool coat, £139.99, all available at Reserved.
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