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Preloved trends for the party season!
Here at Willow & Eve we can say “Bah humbug” to the budget because buying preloved is always the more affordable way to update your wardrobe come what may.
As we get ready for the party season, you’ll be even more conscious of your spending and the extra costs around Christmas. That’s where we come in as your trusted premium preloved retailer, so you don’t have to be such a Scrooge!
If you feel the urge for some fashion retail therapy then buying preloved in our stores will give you the same dopamine rush you’ll experience buying new. So add some ‘new to you’ with five key trends that you can adapt to make your wardrobe ready for the festive season!
Faux fur was all over the catwalks for AW25 with every major fashion house from Fendi, Ellie Saab to Chloe showing floor length coats, crop jackets, stoles or accessories.
M&S Collection Faux Fur Coat Chocolate Size 14P £48
We have some great options, from this knee length coat to Faux fur ribbon stoles.
Hobbs faux fur coat Ginger Size Small £98
Animal print was also key with leopard the most notable. Add a leather biker jacket or Midnight Blue blazer to take your animal dress from day to evening, whilst a crisp white evening shirt with a belt and heels will modernise your animal print trouser!
Mint Velvet Mesh Top Animal print Ecru/Tan/Black Size Large £34
Belts became THE accessory of the season shown at designer houses Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Prada where they added drama to outfits, worn over outerwear, jackets and dresses or to cinch in and accentuate the waist and we have a few gorgeous preloved styles to choose from.
Leather shaped perforated waist belt Tan/Khaki/Choc Size XS/Small £48
You can make your outfit look polished with a belt, from cumber band to skinny, any good quality belt can pep up your look. Wear over your black tuxedo jacket or wool coat for an update for evening.
EA Western leather belt stud detail Brown/Silver tone One Size £58
The three key colours that dominated the catwalk were Brown, Burgundy and Blue and can look great for the party season.
Brown, from naturals to the darkest bitter chocolate, still stay strong for this season as the new black.
Burgundy was key last year but the good news for sustainability is that it’s still strong for AW25.
Office Suede/Leather ankle boot Burgundy Size 6 £38
From the softest powder blue and baby pastel through to dark navy, all shades of blue made an impact. Midnight blue is already predicted to be a strong shade for SS 2026 so this may be the most sustainable colour of all!
H&M sequin bolero Midnight Blue Size Medium £18
Pia statement necklace Midnight Blue/Silver tone One Size £48
Ballet was a recurring theme with soft feminine draping and flowing shapes on the catwalk.
You may have a satin skirt in your wardrobe from last season, so as it’s a keeper, give it another whirl.
M&S Collection Satin Slip Midi Skirt Chocolate Size 16 £18
Tulle is not just for ballet, a fabric featured in long and layered skirts as well as embellished naked dresses, as worn recently by Margot Robbie and Dakota Johnson.
If you’re not on the red carpet wear a tulle skirt with a knit or jacket to instantly update your party wear.
We love this dotty tulle skirt from All Saints.
All Saints Tier lace overlay midi skirt Black Size 14 £78
For an extra special occasion tulle features as a detail on our gorgeous vintage catwalk Jenny Packham sequin dress, a definite splurge but worth it for a dramatic entrance!
Jenny Packham Vintage Sequin/Tulle mini dress Blush/Rose Gold Size 12 £380
For an even easier update wear lace or patterned hosiery. Seen on most of the catwalks it adds a layer of detail and texture to make sure your outfit looks considered.
Our message is to always shop in your own wardrobe first as you’ll already own items to be able to achieve some of the looks we’ve mentioned. Then consider buying preloved or vintage to update your wardrobe.
Click on the links to shop items shown online or pop into our shops for more preloved items to party in!
Karen Skagerlind
Main Image Photo by Yana Hurska on Unsplash
