If there’s one item of clothing that women come back to again and it again, it is the dress.

The versatility of the dress has long appealed to fashionistas and is an ever-prominent item on the catwalk, regardless of the season. This January the high street offers a variety of styles and textures to keep you warm – our favourites are chunky knits in ashy colours teamed with opaque tights and finished with knee socks boasting embellishments of all kinds, including ribbons, buttons and embroidery.

With the mass of choice out there, we thought we would create a guide for those who just can’t decide what dress to wear for what occasion!

First date:

Arguably one of the most important outfits you’ll ever choose and we would always recommend the little black dress, accessorised to reflect the season. Try to choose something that leans on the sultry side, rather than office chic or night club hot.

Dinner with the family:

Meeting your other half’s family for the first time is worrying enough as it is, without having to decide on what is and isn’t appropriate to wear. We have the answer for you:

In warm weather a fail-safe option is the floral maxi dress, teamed with a loose knit cardigan or crotchet shawl. In Winter the 60’s cotton dress is a great choice – knee length, loose and classic. The dress can be worn with shoe-boots and wool tights. See the current collection from Chelsea Girl at River Island.

Weddings:

Winter weddings always pose a problem when it comes to outfits. The cold weather begs chunky clothes, warm coats and floppy, snuggly hats – none of which are particularly suitable for someone’s special day. The solution comes in the form of layers and a clever mix of textures. Try a floor length dress, layered with a silk floaty shirt (and a vests underneath), finished with a cropped fur jacket. For the older lady, mother of the bride dresses can be found at http://www.kaleidoscope.co.uk.

Denim shorts are proving to be a big hit this season, despite the fact that the temperature has dropped dramatically!
The main reason they are able to live on into the winter months is the fact that they look great teamed with tights or thick leggings, a slouchy grandpa knit and trainers.  Not only is this a stylish look, it is also a look that keeps you warm!
If you prefer to dress the look up, this is also easy to do.  Simply swap the leggings for statement opaque tights, a cutesy coloured blazer and uber high heels!
The catwalks nailed such a look.  Models were seen wearing the cut off shorts with cutesy bowler hats, longer length jackets, boots and socks.  For a more preppy look, try teaming with a longer length stripy shirt, a blazer in a pastel shade and chunky block-style heels.
Finish the look with a school style satchel for the ultimate in grown-up school glamour.
Denim is certainly one trend that doesn’t seem to be going anywhere, which makes it a great investment for the future.  Once it hits the higher temperatures, simply lose the tights and knits.
Denim certainly loves a good blazer.  A tux is a great addition to any one’s wardrobe and adds a masculine twist to the ensemble.
In order to work the new season style, opt for any one of the printed denim pieces and add a collared shirt to the look!  If you want the denim to stand out, make sure you keep the rest of your outfit simple.  This way the denim will really show!
Coloured denim is also a great option for those that want to invest in something a little different.  Think red, navy blue, metallic or black.  In fact you can choose from any colour of the rainbow if you wish!

Denim shorts are proving to be a big hit this season, despite the fact that the temperature has dropped dramatically!

The main reason they are able to live on into the winter months is the fact that they look great teamed with tights or thick leggings, a slouchy grandpa knit and trainers.  Not only is this a stylish look, it is also a look that keeps you warm!

If you prefer to dress the look up, this is also easy to do.  Simply swap the leggings for statement opaque tights, a cutesy coloured blazer and uber high heels!

The catwalks nailed such a look.  Models were seen wearing the cut off shorts with cutesy bowler hats, longer length jackets, boots and socks.  For a more preppy look, try teaming with a longer length stripy shirt, a blazer in a pastel shade and chunky block-style heels.

Finish the look with a school style satchel for the ultimate in grown-up school glamour.

Denim is certainly one trend that doesn’t seem to be going anywhere, which makes it a great investment for the future.  Once it hits the higher temperatures, simply lose the tights and knits.

Denim certainly loves a good blazer.  A tux is a great addition to any one’s wardrobe and adds a masculine twist to the ensemble.

In order to work the new season style, opt for any one of the printed denim pieces and add a collared shirt to the look!  If you want the denim to stand out, make sure you keep the rest of your outfit simple.  This way the denim will really show!

Coloured denim is also a great option for those that want to invest in something a little different.  Think red, navy blue, metallic or black.  In fact choose from any colour of the rainbow if you wish!