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The 5 big partywear trends of the season

Party season is here and this winter it’s all about going big. From cocktails with friends to Christmas work dos via the New Year’s Eve whirl, this season is turning the glamour dial up and up.

Whether you’re searching for the perfect party dress, a classic LBD or jumpsuit, gorgeous accessories, must-have beauty buys or show-stopping extras – here are the all trends taking over women’s partywear looks for winter 2024 at Glasgow Fort.

1. Red, pink and leopard print

Quiz- The colour of the season

 

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Red has been huge all year but, for party season, it’s getting a grown-up twist with deep wine burgundies mixing shoulders with sugary pale pinks (also set to be big in spring 2025). If you want to cause a commotion as you step through the door, mix them with this season’s leopard print (a la Halsey’s vintage Versace at the 2024 VMAs).

Marks & Spencer, H&M, Zara, Mango, TK Maxx, Quiz, New Look, Next and River Island.

2. Texture, texture, texture

River Island – sparkle neutrals

 

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 Strokeable fabrics are having a moment – with feathers, puffball shapes, faux fur, velvet and satin adding to the season’s sense of pure overblown opulence.

Everywhere you look there will be fun takes on feathers (see River Island’s cream and gold party dresses and tops) alongside 90s-style slip dresses in gem tones. Suede and leather are also having their own moment (see Selena Gomez at Academy Museum Gala for inspo).

Marks & Spencer, H&M, Zara, Mango, TK Maxx, Quiz, New Look, Next and River Island.

3. The unmissable statement accessories

Total black with big statement – Mango

 

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Statement accessories are all about the drama in 2024: think long-sleeved gloves (H&M and Dua Lipa love this trend), flowing capes, glitter heels with attitude, oversize bows, embellished mules, shoulder-grazing crystal earrings and stacked golds. The rule is: think BOLD.

Office, Schuh, Clarks, Zara, H&M, Mango, TK Maxx, New Look, Pandora, Swarovski, Chisholm Hunter, S&S Argento, Warren James, H Samuel, Beaverbrooks, Claire’s, Next, River Island and Marks & Spencer.

4. Beauty party looks

 

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A soft-focus complexion that mixes blurring foundation with boyfriend blush is your go-to palette for winter. You can then mix and match the big beauty trends: cool blue eyes and plum-deep red lips (Zoe Saldana rocked this look on her Insta).

For hair, think retro tumbling curls or a breezy blonde – both a go-to for Sabrina Carpenter. Finally, don’t forget to give your party skin some aftercare with serums full of hyaluronic acids, peptides and niacinamide, nourishing face masks and soothing body and hair oils.

Rituals, Boots, Superdrug, H&M, Asda Living, Holland & Barrett, Lush, Marks & Spencer, Next and TK Maxx.

5. Shimmering glitter, metallics and more

New Look

 

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It’s time to break out the shine… December is the perfect excuse to wrap yourself in oversize sequin party tops, embellished embroidery, luxe metallics (think silver and gold miniskirts worn with soft jumpers) and sparkly fabric (the bodycon dress with a subtle shine is your go-to and New Look is the place to find them).

Marks & Spencer, H&M, Zara, Mango, TK Maxx, Quiz, New Look, Next and River Island.

Discover gifts for under the tree
Find the perfect present for everyone you know with Victoria’s Secret, adidas, Mango and Zara plus great toy stores including Smyths Toys, Mamas & Papas, Claire’s, Smiggle, Hobbycraft, Asda Living, Poundland, Argos, Waterstones, Marks & Spencer, Hotel Chocolat, Boots, and Next (for Christmas outfits).

Do some relaxed late-night shopping

We’re open until 8pm on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December; until midnight from 16th-20th December; Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd December until 10pm; Monday 23rd December until midnight; Tuesday 24th December 5pm close; Boxing Day 8am-7pm; Friday 27th till Monday 30th December: normal trading hours; New Year’s Eve 5pm close and New Year’s Day dependent on retailers.

Don’t forget – you can Click & Collect and share your festive selfies at   @glasgowfort; sign up for the latest menus and offers here

Last updated Friday 22 November, 2024