It’s time to plan your sartorial calendar, aided by your monthly dose of The CF Checklist.
‘Tis the season for no holds barred glamour so go all out with sequins, bows, and metallics galore.
A pair of sleek pyjamas which you can wear to Christmas cocktails before rolling seamlessly into bed are very appealing indeed. In a sumptuous satin-silk blend, adorned with feather-trimmed cuffs, and diamanté bedecked buttons, we love this pair by Nadine Merabi. Available in bridal white, chic black, and eye-popping red, they make getting ready to party – and then sleep – a breeze.
If you want your feet to make an entrance before you do, opt for Loeffler Randall's signature bow pleated lamé heels. Never have party shoes been more ludicrously comfortable, thanks to a nifty cushioned one inch platfom. There's simply no excuse to not dance 'til dawn.
With a thigh-skimming hemline, oversized bow, and a healthy smattering of sequins, there's a lot to love re this little Zara playsuit. Pair with sheer tights and black velvet platform sandals for maximum impact.
We already loved the Pillow Tabby bag, with her strokeably soft tactile leather and golden hardware. Now we love her even more, in all her festive metallic gold leather glory. Perfectly sized to stow away your evening essentials, this is a piece of arm candy to wear on repeat.
The festive season makes us want to be more daring with our accessories. Case in point, these maximalist crystal-on-crystal earrings from Swarovski. A kaleidoscope of multicoloured stones have been bonded to octagon-cut clear crystals to create a dazzling prismatic effect. Pair with a black tuxedo blazer to make the colours truly pop.
Sister Jane's romantic, vintage-inspired designs are particularly lustworthy for AW21. Pair this crepe top, replete with bows, with velvet wide-leg trousers for instant polish. Chic personified.
De La Vali can always be relied upon for party-ready dresses, such as this Diaquiri dress. A little bit naughty but oh-so sophisticated, it is a true De La Vali classic. We love the striking zebra print – sure to turn a few heads – whilst the elegantly flared sleeves and delicate collar lend a hint of 70s disco fever.
Linda Farrow has always excelled in of-the-moment collaborations. Now, the luxe sunglasses brand has proved once again that sunglasses have a place in your partywear wardrobe thanks to a collaboration with Sara Shakeel, the artist known for her glitter collages. The iconic Debbie glossy cat-eye frame has been reinvented by the 'Queen of Crystals' herself, with crystal adorned temple features.
To mark their 21st anniversary, American denim label, 7 For All Mankind has teamed up with Italian label No. 21 on a genderless capsule collection of deconstructed silhouettes. The minimalist palette comprises the signature blush pink of N°21 with 7 For All Mankind’s iconic indigo wash. Oversized shirts and slouchy sweatshirts are set against more feminine pieces, like this denim shirt tied with a pussybow neck tie, which is top of our wishlist.
Image credit: Linda Farrow X Sara Shakeel
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