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Catwalk to Christmas: Our guide to dressing preloved for the festive season!
Willow & Eve love the party season and here we translate the catwalk trends for Christmas occasion dressing so you can buy your preloved updates with confidence.
As always at this time of year there’s a lot of sparkle, however it’s more subtle than glitter ball this season with lustre finishes, shimmer effects and sheer fabrics with a sheen.
Karen Millen sparkle midaxi dress Pewter Size Medium
White Label sequin top Navy Blue Size 14
For a more romantic vibe wear lingerie style bodices under tailoring. Softer, feminine silhouettes and bias-cut slip dresses and skirts are still relevant; team with a chunky knit and knee high flat boots for a relaxed evening look.
Mint Velvet sheer blouse Pale Shell Pink Size 8
Phase Eight sequin top Rose gold Size 14
Embellished bows, lace accents or a flourish of feathers will add interest if you opt for block black, which was more prevalent this season and always on trend for evening wear.
Irresistible marabou trim cocktail dress Aubergine Size 14
Vivienne Westwood 'Anglomania' drape top Gold Size Medium
M&S tuxedo crop jacket Black Size 8
A throwback garment also revived for AW was the smouldering Le Smoking tuxedo jacket made infamous by Yves Saint Laurent; who adapted the look for women in his AW1966 collection. Wear as intended as a trouser suit, add sheer hosiery, and a heel for a modern elegant look.
The ‘Quiet luxury’ trend continues for evening with clean and simple silhouettes. If you've watched the ‘In Vogue-the 90s’ series (Disney +) you'll know what we mean; think Gucci slinky column dresses for understated elegance.
Let’s move on to colour; the main shades served up this AW was a menu of bitter chocolate, eggplant, claret and olive.
Oakwood Paris leather coat Oxblood size XS
Steel metallic grey is also an on-trend alternative to black whilst you can expect to see a lot more winter white and oyster worn head to toe. Whilst pillar box bright red was all over the catwalks we would keep it for knits, coats and daywear rather than an after dark tone; you want to look less Santa, more sophisticated siren for evening.
We also have a varied selection of cashmere to wear this December whether teamed with silky trousers or slip skirts for a relaxed evening look or just to cosy up for winter walks over the Twixmas period.
Jigsaw cashmere rib jumper Coral Size Medium
For outerwear be bold with dramatic coats and cloaks, voluminous faux fur or marabou feather in bright shades and sleek short haired leopard print with a vintage feel still beats the other animal prints this December.
Gini London faux fur gilet Grey Size L/XL
Heels are gradually creeping skywards; the kitten heel is everywhere but go as high as you dare this Christmas. Platform and block heel styles are a stylish alternative, and sturdier option, if you can't do a stiletto.
Sam Edelman 'Ludlow' sling back Silver Size 5.5
LK Bennett London 'Keriss' suede block heel Black Size 37
As for bags, soft pouches and ladylike clutches are the styles to sport this yuletide and when it comes to adornment accessories are the easiest way to update your look, so think pearls, bows, button earrings and a nod to the eighties with coloured crystal jewellery!
French Connection faux python clutch Ivory/Black OS
Whatever the occasion or the celebration pop in and browse our curated selection of preloved womenswear, shoes and accessories, and look fabulous and fashionable this Christmas!
