Party Dress SOS

We've all been there. It's Christmas party season and you're desperately searching through your wardrobe for THE party dress. One that you definitely wouldn't wear to work, but doesn't scream Kim Kardashian circa 2008 either. One that you haven't worn more than once before, one that you possibly cannot be photographed wearing AGAIN. 

Dress - Dorothy Perkins*  Bag - Reiss  Scarf - Zara  Boots - Zara

So I've teamed up with Dorothy Perkins to bring you the ultimate party dress SOS outfit. When you're planning on what to wear for a Christmas do, the first thing that pops into your head may be sequins, but it doesn't need to be that showy.

I picked this lovely plum coloured skater dress with a high neck. I thought this was nice and girly, and the lace detailing makes it less casual and more night time appropriate. I wanted to emphasize that you don't need something in your face to be party ready. Add some accessories to make your outfit pop, like a contrasting bag in animal print and some fierce boots to add a little more of an edge. I wanted to draw attention to the lovely neck detail of this top, so wore my hair in a messy bun for a change, which kind of gives it a less prim and proper look too.

Head over to Dorothy Perkins here and check out their latest skater dresses, or you can find my exact dress here.