DESPITE being in the midst of a 'kipper economy' (that's flat and cheap) even the economic scaremongers can't cancel Christmas so I'm sure you'll be attending a party or three. Staying in knitting and purling is not an option.
In the booming 1990s it was perfectly okay to turn up to a party in expensive jeans, but in times of recession it is good manners to dress up and show your appreciation to the hostess for providing free canaps during lean times.
Apparently women spend two years of their lives getting ready to go out (I'm sure they didn't include trying to use eyelash curlers in that survey) so come on girls let's make it look worth it. Depending on the venue and your personal style preference there are two main looks for Christmas 2008 - think either 'prima ballerinas dressing up box' or 'goth glam meets rock chic'.
For fairy tale glamour think opulent lace and villain fancy dress tulle confections with whimsical oversized fabric embellishment in the form of roses, ruffles and fishtail dress bows. There are vintage style flapper dresses with pailettes, sequins, beading, feathers and fringing. Mix tulle, enchanted dress chiffonsilk and velvet with lots of amazing lace.
Put on your dancing shoes (Miu Miu's sequin peep-toe courts are perfect)avoid slipping on the dance floor by adding heartstoppers to the soles of your shoes. These are little red self-adhesive heart shapes. Wear your heart on your sole this year it's cheaper then Louboutins.
Read more about fancy dress ideas for couples on top sites:
dressaday
dressupgirl
simplydresses
