It’s time to dial up the glamour. Showcasing the autumn/winter collections at Melbourn boutique Esse, Velvet puts together perfect looks for every festive occasion

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Christmas Party

Whether it’s a night out on the town or a black tie dinner, Christmas parties call for shimmer and shine. Keep it Old Hollywood with top-to-toe sequins and a faux fur or make it modern with silk and lace separates, belted and booted.

Megan wears: black sequin dress with tassel detail, £110; faux fur red coat, £130; black sparkly slingbacks, £154; Art Deco diamanté earrings, £34

Emily wears: gold pleated skirt, £95; lace mesh top, £28; black heeled suede ankle boots, £95; black patent waist belt, £72; black and gold Art Deco earrings, £38

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Christmas Day

Christmas Day is cue to dress up but not be overdressed: you want to look and feel special, but still be able to kick off your heels and curl up on the sofa post-dinner. Mix-and-match separates in jewel colours and luxe fabrics are ideal - and will be a welcome addition to the wardrobe long after the festive season is finished.

Megan wears: emerald satin top, £102; emerald satin skirt, £98; emerald sparkly heels, £154; diamanté dropped earrings, £78

Emily wears: white heeled boots, £220; navy satin top with lace detail, £102; royal blue velvet trousers, £60; Art Deco diamanté earrings, £34

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Boxing Day

It’s time to blow away the cobwebs and burn off some Quality Street: layer up to head out for a Boxing Day walk, but keep it comfy ready to come home. Change up the classic trouser-knit-jacket-boots combo by adding pops of pattern and texture.

Megan wears: white chunky boots, £165; check trousers, £75; tan jumper,£39; Frankie quilted jacket, £55; gold hoops, £12

Emily wears: white heeled boots, £220; blue cropped trousers, £120; pastel stripe roll neck jumper, £65; faux fur bucket hat, £20

Meet the Team

Photography: Migle Markuza: markuzaphoto.com

Clothing and accessories: Esse Boutique, Station Road, Melbourn, Royston SG8 6DX; esseretail.co.uk

Models: Megan Barber, Emily Roberts

Makeup: Ellie Norman: ellienormanmua.co.uk