A fashion editor's guide to the 12 dresses of Christmas

The season of sparkle has arrived and with it a flurry of festive plans. Office soirées, yuletide cocktails, winter weddings: each occasion calls for a look that shines. So, get set for your gúna glow-up, folks. These are the dresses your wardrobe has been waiting for. Bring on the bubbles, and the compliments!
A fashion editor's guide to the 12 dresses of Christmas

These are the dresses your wardrobe has been waiting for.

Sat, 06 Dec, 2025 - 01:00
Annmarie O’Connor

1. CHRISTMAS CHIC

'Carmel' satin party dress, Aligne, €190

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