As the party season approaches one question reigns supreme: to sleeve or not to sleeve. For the indecisive among us, the answer is simple: we’ll have one of each please!
X Factor beauties Cheryl Cole and Danni Minogue have embraced the peekaboo shoulder look with Cheryl rocking a short gold number last week and Danni wearing a one-shoulder dress, not once, not twice, but five times so far in the finals.
The new LBD
The classic little black dress gets a modern twist with the appearance of ruffles, big bows across one shoulder, or one long sleeve. We love these two which are demure, simple but with enough character to make a party statement.
Left to right: Debut £90, Ben de Lisi ruffle shoulder dress £130, both at Debenhams.
Asymmetry at the office
Not just for party time, update your office look and add with a little bit of an added zest with one of these two neutral-coloured numbers. The two high street dresses add an understated elegance to any office look. Just make sure you keep a jacket handy in case one shoulder gets a blast of winter air.
Left to right: Beige one shoulder dress, £49.99, River Island; Mink One Shoulder Pleat Dress £40.00 Dorothy Perkins
Maximum effect
The one shouldered maxi is Danni Minogue’s signature look this year favouring a full length asymetrical number over a Cheryl Cole mini. Whether they’re flamenco or toga inspired dresses these dresses will make for a head-turning look, perfect for a more formal New Year’s Eve shindig.
Left to right: Delilah Maxi Dress, £275, Coast; Summerso Maxi Dress £120 Monsoon.
