Without wishing to encourage you to buy unnecessary tat, it's quite fun to dress the part at Christmas. Yes, it's that time of year when statement always beats subtle, which means that accessories including (but not limited to) Christmas earrings, hats, glasses are most welcome, whether you're at work during the build up to the Big Day - or sitting on the sofa with a rom-com and a mulled wine for company.
Christmas Earrings
Aren't Tracee Ellis Ross' bow earrings utterly brilliant for this time of year - and beyond? Seek out similar styles with year-round potential - or opt for something a little more literal (Boden's candy cane earrings are on-theme yet tasteful). Completedworks gets our vote for its beautiful mixing of pearl and crystals - although this ribbon-esque pair of hoops is also a show-stopper for Christmas 2023.
SHOP: The Best Christmas Earrings
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You might not be able to get much use out of these candy cane earrings outside of Christmas, but you can definitely wear them to every event during the festive period as they'll look great with tees, jumpers and jeans (as well as party dresses).
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This crystal cascade has megawatt sparkle that will make any jumper look instantly more jazzy.
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These crystal-studded huggies couldn't be more perfect for adding a touch of glitz to Christmas (in fact, their colour is even called 'festive red').
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For an earring that needs no introduction (only a minimal outfit that allows it to take centre stage), I give you these metal-mesh clip-ons by H&M Rabanne.
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These mismatched earrings look so much more expensive than £45 - and will be a hard-working addition to your jewellery box for 2024.
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Christmas ribbon or a pair of earrings from Completedworks? These couldn't be more perfect for adding a playful touch to any festive outfit.
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Another way to tie up your festive looks (get it?) is with these oh-so-chic diamanté bows from River Island.
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For a festive earring that won't date after Christmas, try these mini hoop earrings with green cubic zirconia.
Christmas Tree Glasses
If your friends and family members aren't the most observant folk, you might need to go with something that hits them around the face (metaphorically) with festive spirit.
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These Christmas glasses, which include puddings, stars, gingerbread and reindeer, will provide the perfect amount of novelty for your family photo.
Christmas Hats
Something in between subtle earrings and not-so-subtle glasses are hats and hair accessories. Accessorize has a brilliant selection of bopper headbands. H&M, meanwhile, has the most fabulous rhinestone hairband that will make sure you twinkle at any table. Dramatic.
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This bopper headband is fair game until you've passed the twelve days of Christmas.
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These jolly hair clips are as practical as they are playful.
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This rhinestone-embellished headband will add sparkle to whatever you happen to be wearing at the time.