I’m Already Facing A Full Diary Of Events – And I’m Relying On This Grown-Up High Street Partywear

Whether you're a deck-the-halls-before-December type or a last-minute mulled wine maker, you can't escape the onslaught of parties which run throughout the last two months of the year. Short of climbing into bed and refusing to move until 2025, there are things which can make endless events much easier – a fail-safe wardrobe, for one. If you're already feeling somewhat bemused by the idea of sequin dresses and tinsel-trimmed tops, fear not, as there's one high street brand whose partywear offering is a chic, grown-up take on festive.

The trick to navigating party outfits, particularly during such a busy time, is to identify key pieces on which you know you can rely. Whether that's separates, a dress or an all-in-one, finding even just one item that makes you feel fantastic is the answer – you can always change your accessories to style it differently for multiple events. Whistles' new partywear collection is full of such items, from wear-everywhere LBDs to elegant velvet jumpsuits, completed by some glitzy add-ons to elevate any outfit.

For the low-key party goer, there are silk shirts which would make a wonderful addition to jeans and heeled boots, while mini dresses in gold lace and black velvet are suited to the maximalist approach to after-dark. Tuxedo jumpsuits could be worn over white shirts with flats for day, before being transformed with heels and drop earrings by night, meaning you only need to pack a change of shoes. Similarly, satin maxi dresses would work layered under an oversized blazer, which can then be stored in the cloakroom as you find the dance floor.

Whistles really is one of those brands which understands how women want to dress – and what we need to consider in practical terms, too. So, whether you're short on time or need something to take you to the party straight from work, this collection does do it all.

Clearly, this year, you won't just be the life and soul of the party – you'll be the best-dressed guest, too.

Shop: The Best Pieces From Whistles' Party Collection

Hannah Banks-Walker is Grazia's head of fashion commerce. She has previously written for the likes of Harper's Bazaar, The Financial Times, Glamour, Stylist, The Telegraph, Red, i-D and The Pool on everything from fashion to curly hair (hi!) to the patriarchy. Not necessarily in that order. Find her on Instagram and Twitter. But please don't look for her MySpace profile, which until now was the last time she wrote about herself in the third person.