Christmas

Yes I am well aware it is Christmas. I actually really enjoy counting down, buying presents and drinking mulled wine. In fact, I love Christmas. However, why do people insist on wearing some awful outfits to their work parties! My work party is happening tomorrow but I've been viewing some interesting outfits via Facebook. Here are some things one should aspire to and also avoid:

• Red. Think about it clearly. Do you really need to make Christmas the one time you wear red, look like everyone else and match your outfit with your face when you do something embarassing? I thought not! Also, no offence, but the older you are the more this should be avoided. Chances are you won't look like a sexy Mrs Santa.
• Sparkles - OK in moderation, but don't go over the top. Especially if, like the red, you don't normally wear sequins why would you now? Too many sparkles and sequins and you just look a bit like you're trying to be a Christmas tree. These should also be avoided on larger women as I feel they think they look lovely... personally they don't, and should stick to a one colour dress that highlights cleavage or other feature.
• 'Black trousers and a nice top'. What, you really couldn't think of anything more inventive? You just look like you couldn't be bothered and got slightly overdressed for work.
• A nice dress and black opaque tights are usually a lovely and safe option. You will look classy and the tights will keep you warm in the horribly snowy winter. Also the black tights allow for a shorter skirt/dress. Bare legs and short dress or skirts and you run the risk of looking cheap, especially if older than 25 and larger than a size 12.

Lets see what my work party with women of all shapes and ages will bring tomorrow...

Fingers crossed everyone will wear a bra this year!