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Editor's Picks with Louise Roe: The Party Collection

Things are about to get dressy: fashion journalist and This Morning style expert, Louise Roe is back with another trending edit of must-have styles. This time, she's taking on party season with a curated collection of outfits for every festivity. Going to a cocktail party?

Conversation-starting sequins make socialising 10 times easier. Hosting Friendmas? Pair sequined tops with tailored trousers. Need a chuck-on-and-go dress for last-minute plans? Look to the striking tuxedo dress. Basically, Louise's edit is here to make dressing for your festive season a (stylish) breeze. Read on to hear all about it.

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What are some of your favourite pieces from the November edit?

It’s hard not to fall in love with these silver trousers. They are so bang on trend. They’re high waisted, tapered, and super flattering. Plus I think they’re the most versatile piece; I would wear these with trainers and a T-shirt, but you could also jazz them up with the star corset and a killer heel.

What are your favourite party season trends?

I love to wear red. It’s such a happy colour that instantly makes you feel more glamorous and more confident. Since I first saw this dress, I’ve been obsessed with it. It has a beautiful halter neck, which is quite glam; it’s calling out for a statement earring, slicked back hair and lots of shimmer on the cheeks. I also love the waterfall front, it’s beautiful.

What are you excited for this party season?

The first thing people see in the winter when you walk into a party, is the coat. Sometimes we forget that and the impact it can have. This coat is amazing and when you look closely, it has these beautiful metallic studs all over it. It also has an oversized feel and is almost floor length on me. Just add a boot and it’s gorgeous!

When it comes to “tux dressing” what are your style rules?

I love tuxedo dressing. There’s nothing sexier on a woman than an immaculate suit or tuxedo. I really love a tuxedo dress. My tip would be to make sure your heel is really high, and add a bit of shimmer on the legs if they haven’t been out for a while. That’s it! It really is a statement piece that does all the talking.

Keep an eye out for this one, it'll be online soon!

How do you go about picking accessories when you’re wearing a statement party outfit?

If you have a very bright, printed or sparkly dress then the accessories can almost be a bit lower key; they can be the supporting act. But conversely if you’re wearing a slick, simple suit, tux or jumpsuit you can go for the opposite with the accessories and go a bit bolder.

How will you be styling the metallics beyond party season?

Metallics can be year round. During party season we amp them up with more metallics and crazy heels, but think spring/summer in these and we can wear them with trainers, a flat sandal – maybe a simple tee and a blazer or denim jacket thrown over. I’ve got my favourite oversized jacket from River Island – I will 100% be wearing that with these during the spring.

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