Christmas parties: we’re a little out of our groove when it comes to dressing for them. Thankfully, the eternal conundrum of what to wear for festive team drinks could be solved by the one hot-right-now trend that’s taking over the shops: co-ords. Easy to wear co-ordinating separates have been a must-have buy since the trend took off during the summer, but they’ve niftily been upgraded for Christmas with sequins and plenty of sparkle. Investing in this ready-made look cuts out so much work. Forget shifting hemlines or scouring the shops for the right denier tights, forget leg prep and lastly, forget agonising over whether X goes with Y: the work is done for you. Simply add a classic, fuss-free heel (or a pair of loafers, if you’re feeling particularly comfy) and a great handbag. (This year’s maximal energy means chainmail and diamanté handbags are go.) Et voilà: own-the-night, after dark glamour is yours. 

Main image: Mint Velvet. 

Sequinned top, €22.99, and trousers, €49.99, at H&M. 

Sequinned collar long sleeve shirt, €67, and wide-leg trousers, €70, both at M&S.

Glory blouse, €190 and Markus trousers, €190; www.eu.stinegoya.com. 

Gold sequinned asymmetric top, €119 and flared trousers, €130, both at Mint Velvet. 

Tulle top with sequins, €22.95, and skirt, €45.95, both at Zara.