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!
These are the dresses your wardrobe has been waiting for.

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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