Like fairy lights and baubles festooning a Christmas tree, accessories can take even the simplest outfit to glamorous new heights during the season of socialising.
Especially now, when many of us are looking to rein in our festive spending, why not update a favourite dress, going-out top or tailored look with the addition of a glitzy party piece or two?
You can tap into the latest catwalk trends, too, with a chic bag, Seventies-inspired heels or some oversized earrings.
Here’s our pick of the high street’s best festive accessories…
When it comes to festive fashion, arm candy is like a family-sized tub of Quality Street – that is, an absolute seasonal essential.
Designer-inspired top-handle mini bags are the perfect complement for a showstopping frock. Just make sure yours has dual straps to leave your hands free for tasty tipples and canapés.
4. JD Williams Bow Detail Velvet Clutch Bag, £38
Shimmy onto the dance floor in the biggest festive footwear trend of the season: disco-tastic metallics.
From chunky platform heels to super-shiny boots, these killer heels are retro perfection.
9. Primark Rita Ora Satin Rose Court Shoes, £18
The easiest (and often the most affordable) way to zhuzh up an outfit? By popping on a pair of glitzy, oversized earrings.
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10. River Island Purple Rhinestone Flower Pearl Drop Earrings, £15; Plus Pink Frill Blouse, £40
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11. RAI Jewellery Amytis Baroque Cross Pearl Earrings, £45, Wolf and Badger
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13. Accessorize Statement Gem Earrings, £14