Beyond the LBD: 9 Colourful Party Looks To Rock This Holiday Season
'Tis the season for holiday parties—and judging by your overflowing inbox you’re about to get your RSVP on. Once you’ve hit reply, it’s all about decoding dress codes: festive attire, black tie, cocktail, dress to impress…the list is endless. You can never go wrong in an LBD, but it might be time to give this old friend the night off. Stand out from the sea of black dresses with this season’s colourful array of party dresses and jumpsuits. From hot pink to cobalt blue, we’ve rounded up 9 bright fête-worthy finds that are guaranteed to be the life of the party.
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Hit the dance floor in a hot pink tiered mini dress by Eliza J, available at Hudson’s Bay. The high watt hue kicks things up a notch, while the beaded neckline adds an unexpected dash of flash.
Hit the dance floor in a hot pink tiered mini dress by Eliza J, available at Hudson’s Bay. The high watt hue kicks things up a notch, while the beaded neckline adds an unexpected dash of flash.
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Yellow is anything but mellow this season. Up your Vitamin D after dark in a ruffled off-the-shoulder mini dress from Topshop splashed in sunshine.
Yellow is anything but mellow this season. Up your Vitamin D after dark in a ruffled off-the-shoulder mini dress from Topshop splashed in sunshine.
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Featuring floral burnout velvet, satin crepe and organza, this elegant periwinkle Tory Burch dress elevates any night out.
Featuring floral burnout velvet, satin crepe and organza, this elegant periwinkle Tory Burch dress elevates any night out.
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It’s time to shine in an 80s-inspired metallic dress—arrive in style in this Michael Kors gold sequin number featuring statement cuffs.
It’s time to shine in an 80s-inspired metallic dress—arrive in style in this Michael Kors gold sequin number featuring statement cuffs.
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When it comes to RVSPs, this cherry red one-shoulder overlay jumpsuit from White House Black Market is always a yes.
When it comes to RVSPs, this cherry red one-shoulder overlay jumpsuit from White House Black Market is always a yes.
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Mustard and black are a buzz-worthy duo this season. Paired with black skinny pants, this cool graphic blouse from Zara hits the sartorial spot.
Mustard and black are a buzz-worthy duo this season. Paired with black skinny pants, this cool graphic blouse from Zara hits the sartorial spot.
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Add a juicy twist to your next night out with an orange sequin striped mini dress from Armani Exchange. Perfect for cocktails or the club.
Add a juicy twist to your next night out with an orange sequin striped mini dress from Armani Exchange. Perfect for cocktails or the club.
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With its pink floral high-low ball skirt, this pretty statement dress, available at Melanie Lyne, will have you twirling through party season.
With its pink floral high-low ball skirt, this pretty statement dress, available at Melanie Lyne, will have you twirling through party season.
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Whether you stack on sparklers or go sans jewels, this cobalt blue fit and flare dress from Pink Tartan makes a lasting impression.
Whether you stack on sparklers or go sans jewels, this cobalt blue fit and flare dress from Pink Tartan makes a lasting impression.
