It can be easy to covet something brand new for the upcoming party season. However, it can also be a month of unnecessary excess so why not embrace shopping within your existing wardrobe? Take the time to assess the key pieces you own and attempt to mix and match them in ways you haven’t done so before.

Use the outfit ideas below for inspiration and if tempted, evaluate how often you will wear the pieces and make sure you pick sustainable, high-quality options that will last for many years to come...

Outfit 1

A perfect outfit for Christmas lunch, comfortable enough to eat and drink in but cosy too! Combine your favourite jumper with a dress or skirt, heeled boots and add a pair of oversized earrings for some seasonal sparkle. Use a belt to add structure to the outfit (and then find a way to secretly loosen it after too many mince pies!)

Jumper from Marks and Spencer

Dress from People Tree

Black boots from New Look

Belt from Will’s Vegan Store

Earrings from Accessorize

Outfit 2

If you’re looking to make a statement at your work party, this beautiful emerald colour dress from H&M’s conscious range will just do the trick! Dress down by wearing it with a jumper and trainers for a more casual event (see outfit idea no.1)

Dress from H&M Conscious

Boots from New Look

Earrings from So Just

Clutch bag from Matt and Natt

Outfit 3

If you’re after a more polished evening look, combine your favourite pair of jeans with heels to elevate your everyday denim. Adding a rich, jewel coloured top will help brighten up the dark evenings especially in a sumptuous velvet fabric!