‘Tis the season to dress up
Holiday season brings holiday parties – the chance to shed sweaters and jeans for those dresses in the back of the closet. No need to buy a whole new wardrobe; we’ve found a few great items around town that can transform an everyday outfit into a festive ensemble. Spice up an old outfit by adding a sparkly handbag or a chic hat, or don a pair of elegant satin heels, the quintessential party shoes. A bold color, like this purple, is also a great way to stand out. Before heading out into the brisk night, slip on a form-fitting peacoat. As for accessories, don’t put on everything you have at the same time; as with the best presents, less is more. Fiona Zhang
1. Lino Black Ostrich Scarf – RMB 1,000; Lino Haute Couture, North gate of Longbo Plaza, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District
2. Diamond Gold sequin hairband – RMB 60; 4/F, Yashow Market, 58 Gongti Beilu, Sanlitun, Chaoyang District
3. Bolong Womenswear black belted overcoat – RMB 960; 2/F, Zhongyou Department Store, 176 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng Distirct
4. Whistles satin open back dress – £195 (RMB 1,682) www.whistles.co.uk
5. MNG Plastic Panel Clutch – RMB 389; L228A, 2/F, The Place, A9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District
6. Nina Jewelery Multi Disc Necklace – RMB 400; 2/F, Nina Jewelry, Jiayi Market, Chaoyang Beilu, Chaoyang District 7. Meixiepu satin beige sandals – RMB 750; 1/F, 8 villa, Jianwai Soho, Chaoyang District
