What To Wear : Christmas Lunch & MEN

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Christmas Lunch is a tough one for both men and women - it's Xmas so there has to be some sort of 'dressing up', however it's also the time for eating and enjoying family and this means there has to be a good measure of comfort. For some of us, the days tend to be long and involve switching from one event to another. I've already written about what women should wear - now it's time for MEN.

I'm not differentiating between outfits for those eating in and those eating out, as I said, since a lot of people hop to more than one event, chances are that they'll need an outfit good for both situations..

• Don't Wear a Rude/Religious Slogan T-Shirt

Christmas is a day for being at peace with others and spreading happiness, don't try to antagonise anyone.

• Don't Wear Jogging Trousers

Chances are that your family members will be dressed smartly on this day, don't be the only one wearing joggers and trainers. Opt for a pair of smart chino-style trousers instead.

• Don't Wear Tight Shirts

Christmas Day Lunch inevitably leads to a temporary expanding of the stomach...add that to an already tight shirt ..and we've got buttons popping all over the place.

• Patterns might be a good idea

A lot of men I know are very talented at spilling sauce and other liquids onto their clothes...a multicoloured pattern is better at disguising such incidents than a block colour outfit.

• Opt for a blazer

The great thing about a blazer is that it can be removed after it has served its purpose and made a great first impression.

And here's some outfit ideas I've put together - hope I've been useful...

From Top to Bottom

CHRISTOPHER RAEBURN Bi-colour quilted bomber jacket / PAUL SMITH PS Broken-stripe intarsia wool sweater  /  TOPMAN Premium Printed Longline Long Sleeve Smart Shirt  / FAR FETCH straight cut jeans / NEW LOOK Dark Brown Chelsea Boot / INCOTEX Slim-leg corduroy trousers

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XMAS HAMPER : DAY 3

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Day 3 of the Xmas Hamper Competitions and the first item in the first hamper is featured in these sneak peeks....scroll down to enter !!

As mentioned over here - it's XMAS FASHION HAMPERS COMPETITIONS TIME - every day (Mon-Fri) until the 23rd, I'll be posting a sneak peek of one of the items in the hampers. To be entered into the draw you need to guess what the item in question is and/or where it is from and/or how much it costs. At the end of each day I will reveal the item and who has been entered into the draw. If you answer correctly on multiple days well that just means more entries - soooo GOOD LUCK.

Oh and btw each item in the hamper has been especially selected by myself  - there's a mix of beauty, clothes, accessories ..lots of yummy stuff.

The label.....

Soooo to be entered in to the draw you must answer correctly ONLY ONE of these three questions

• What is the item ? (choose from Skirt / Shawl / Cardigan )  OR
• Where is the item from ? OR
• How much does the item cost ( choose from 35 / 55 / 25 euros) ?

Answer by leaving a comment on facebook OR below in the comment box :D


*only open to residents of Malta and Gozo

Items in hamper that have already been revealed is a dress from Miss Selfridge and a necklace from Accessorize - names entered once into the draw are listed here and here

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What To Wear : Christmas Lunch & WOMEN

 By: Unknown    01:35  No comments

Christmas Lunch is a tough one for both men and women - it's Xmas so there has to be some sort of 'dressing up', however it's also the time for eating and enjoying family and this means there has to be a good measure of comfort. For some of us, the days tend to be long and involve switching from one event to another.

I'm not differentiating between outfits for those eating in and those eating out, as I said, since a lot of people hop to more than one event, chances are that they'll need an outfit good for both situations..

• Don't Wear any Tight Dresses

For one thing, it's really not the right occasion for such an outfit, for another, you will feel restricted especially if there are any kids in your family you might want to play with.

• Do Dress Up

Even if you're only staying in, christmas day is a chance to get a bit dolled up and look your best, you'll be happy when you see the photos.

• Don't Wear Cheesy Xmas Sweaters

Whilst I love Christmas Sweaters, I tend to reserve them for boxing day / secret santa girl parties at home or other casual xmas-related events.  If you really want to wear a Christmas Sweater on Xmas day - at least don't wear one that looks like it was bought in a dollar store and team it with something extra chic like a pretty, glitzy skirt or brocade trousers.

• Don't Put Cleavage On Show

This is not the day to promote boob 'ogling'

What To Wear

Below are a couple of things I picked out, in general terms, I like the idea of a long sleeved dress with black tights and ankle boots, a smart sweater worn over nice black woollen trousers or a very nice pair of jeans (in a dark wash). I also like the idea of wearing red but I also love monochrome and patterns.

I love ankle boots with thick heels - I think they're the best thing since sliced bread, they're sleek, they look polished and they're COMFORTABLE.

Nicole Fahri Cable Knit Jumper at House of Fraser / Nero Giardini boots at Stivaletti / Polo Ralph Lauren Patterned Cardigan at House of Fraser / Patterned Dress at ASOS/ Monochrome Jumper at MAX&Co. / Leather Bag at Coccinelle / Red Wrapover Dress at ASOS

P.S. You might want to check out - What to Wear to Xmas Staff Parties

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