Party season 2020 is upon us. And while we might be going out less (a lot less since this weekend's announcement that 17 million people across areas in London, the East and the South East have moved into tier 4), our desire to let loose is greater than ever. After all, what bigger cause for celebration than making it through this year (at least partially) intact?
One thing that may have fallen by the wayside in the past few months is your sense of style. Limited socialising opportunities have left many of us confused about how to get dressed. And as for the idea of putting on clothes not just to go out, but to go out in? Well...
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1 of 16Cult Gaia, Farrah Silver-Tone And Rhinestone Earrings, £79
2 of 16Marina Raphael x Evangelie Smyrniotaki, Evangelie Bag in Fluorescent Pink and Crystal, £860
3 of 16Harmur, Belted High-Waisted Silk-Satin Midi Skirt, £275
4 of 16Stine Goya, Asher Dress, £210
5 of 16Amina Muaddi, Satin Naima Sandals, £790
6 of 16H&M, Draped One-Shoulder Dress, £69.99
7 of 16Shushu Tong, Red YVMIN Edition Velvet Bow Earrings, £66
8 of 16Reserved, Viscose Dress With Gathering, £29.99
9 of 16Molly Goddard, Joelle Tulle-Shawl Wool Cardigan, £680
10 of 16Simone Rocha, Drip Crystal Drop Earrings, £195
11 of 16ASOS EDITION, Sequin Jogger Co-Ord, £85
12 of 16Veronica Beard, Clarise Rhinestone Dickey Jacket, £750
13 of 16Veronica Beard, Lebone Rhinestone Pant, £355
14 of 16Uterque, Multi-Strand Necklace With Contrast Chains, £60
15 of 16Kitri, Pink PJ Top, £85
16 of 16Kitri, Pink Feather Trousers, £125
The key to mastering party season this year, whether it involves actually leaving the house on Christmas Day or, more likely, doing it all on screen, is to treat it like the occasion that it is. Dressing up is a joyful act, so treat it that way. Whatever your December diary looks like, there’s no reason not to turn it into an occasion.
And if you’re wondering what to wear, there’s no need to turn your back on your 2020 wardrobe comfort zone – that’s the key to locating your party season personality. Lived in loungewear? Go all out in a sparkly tracksuit. Mastered the art of waist-up dressing? Continue to live in your PJ bottoms but swap the sweatshirt for a look-at-me top. Sick of wearing slippers? Now is your chance to plug into unapologetic glamour.
Here’s our guide to perfecting your party season look, 2020 style. Elasticated waistbands still included.