Whether it’s a work do or a friendsmas, nailing the Christmas party outfit relies on a few key things: a statement centrepiece (this could be a dress, top or fabulous skirt); a bag that can hold its own without pulling the focus; spectacular shoes you can dance in; and jewellery to finish things off. Need some more help? Here, our Christmas party edit that is almost guaranteed to get you voted best dressed at all your season soirees.

Get the look: SWEET AS CANDY

The centrepiece: Sunny yellow with a sleek silhouette and sweet pom pom detailing on the straps, Aje’s Soulful midi dress is the perfect Christmas party centrepiece. The hue grabs attention while the shape makes it ideal for accessorising.

$579 from Aje, Level 1

The bag: Festive, fun and just a little Barbie-core, Gucci’s Jackie Notte mini bag in bubblegum pink makes a poppy addition to the yellow dress.

$5800 from Gucci, Ground Level

The shoes: It’s near impossible to go wrong with Jimmy Choo. The brand’s strappy Azia 95 stilettos are equal parts refined and sexy.

$1250 from David Jones, Ground Level

The jewellery: We’ve leaned into warm, sunny hues, so we’ll tap into the gold in the bag with Tiffany & Co.’s subtle Lock Earrings in yellow gold.

$5400 from Tiffany & Co., Ground Level

Get the look: MODERN ROMANCE

The centrepiece: If a statement skirt is more your vibe, it’s hard to go past Zimmermann’s coral tulle maxi skirt. Made for twirling in, pair it with a nude bodysuit for a sultry nighttime look or Scanlan Theodore’s white cami for a hefty dose of cool.

$595 from Zimmermann, Level 1 $220 from Scanlan Theodore, Level 1

The bag: It doesn’t get more classic than Chanel, and the house’s iconic Flap Bag — this one a mini version in dark beige — is all you’ll need this festive season.

$9530 from Chanel, Ground Level

The shoes: Saint Laurent’s square-toe wrap sandals are quietly fabulous. They won’t pull the focus, but when they do pop out from beneath the skirt, they’ll elicit compliments.

$1400 from Saint Laurent, Ground Floor

The jewellery: As a nod to the gold polka dots on the skirt, we’ll opt for Bvlgari’s Serpenti Viper Earrings and diamond-studded B.Zero1 Bracelet to finish the look.

Earrings, $8050, Bracelet, $35900 from Bvlgari, Ground Level