How to style the season’s biggest trends, whether you’re partying uptown or downtown

Red statement piece – Uptown

Dress up the LBD that is taking you from the office holiday bash to cocktails with your friends. Make a statement as the lady in red in a boldly coloured coat.

Dolce & Gabbana Red Cashmere and Wool Long Sleeved Coat ($2,086, modaoperandi.com )

J.Cew Pearl Cluster Earrings ($89, jcrew.com )

Danier Alta Glove ($39, danier.com )

Tabitha Simmons Charlotte Peep Toe Lace Up Bootie ($599, theseptember.com )

Red statement piece – Downtown

Red is one of the most festive colours, but don’t go all Mrs. Claus. Instead, dress down your statement cherry piece with a biker jacket and some booties.

Mackage Rumer Jacket ($690, aritzia.com)

J.Crew Merino Sweater-Dress ($226, jcrew.com )

Dolce & Gabbana Rosalia Velvet and Leather Shoulder Bag ($2,941, mytheresa.com )

Valentino Rockstud Noir Leather Ankle Boots ($1,390, mytheresa.com )

Mixed prints – Uptown

Posh doesn’t have to be stuffy, so mix and match classic shapes in contrasting prints to shake things up. Layers and texture keep feminine styling cool.

Shrimps Marie faux fur-trimmed crocheted coat $2,489, net-a-porter.com )

Joe Fresh Contrast Tie Blouse ($39, joefresh.com )

TopShop Leopard Shift Dress ($124, topshop.com )

Chloé Drew Small Textured-Leather Shoulder Bag ($2,320, net-a-porter.com )

Dolce & Gabbana Lace Up Peep-Toe ankle Boots ($1,757, mytheresa.com )

Mixed prints – Downtown

Mash up a cute combo of prints with a casual jacket and dress. Play with a tonal colour palette in varying patterns to pop in a sea of black.

Mango Square Textured Jacket ($80, mango.com )

Dolce & Gabbana Daisy-Print Silk-Organza Mini Dress ($3,961, net-a-porter.com )

Zara Leather Platform Sneakers ($70, zara.com )

Anya Hindmarch Eyes Embossed Leather Shoulder Bag ($1,624, net-a-porter.com )

Zara Text Badges ($20, zara.com )

Leather – Uptown

Slick leather paired with sophisticated blouse reads powerful and poised. Bare your ankles for a subtle but sexy message.

Zara Romantic Studio Blouse ($70, zara.com )

Club Monaco Roxana Leather Culotte ($925, clubmonaco.ca )

Aldo Arowana Bag ($30, aldoshoes.com )

Hermès Heure H Watch ($2,725, hermes.com )

Leather – Downtown

Strut your stuff in a utility-inspired leather look. A leather jumper is easily styled over a blouse or cozy turtleneck.

ASOS Contrast Tie Animal Print Blouse ($73, asos.com )

MM6 Maison Margiela Pleated Faux Leather Dress ($935, net-a-porter.com )

Bianca Boots in Silver ($699, aninebing.com )

Zara Leather Bucket Bag with Studs ($119, zara.com )

Shine – Uptown

Sparkle brighter than any ornament. Let your legs shine in a sequin cocktail dress and don’t be afraid to load up on sparkle with equally shimmery accessories.

J.Crew Collection Faux-Fur Jacket ($474, jcrew.com )

Michael Michael Kors Sequined Snake-Print Dress ($220, michaelkors.ca )

BCBG Spike Stone Statement Earrings ($810, bcbg.com

Asos Obre Glitter Court Shoe ($48, asos.com )

Shine – Downtown

Ditch the traditional dress and try a modern jumpsuit topped with a relaxed piece of outwear like a Rihanna-approved bomber jacket.

Asos Star Embellished Jumpsuit with Wide Leg ($340, asos.com )

ASOS Metallic Leather Bomber Jacket ($19, asos.com )

Giuseppe Zanotti Metallic Mule ($810, brownsshoes.com )

Prada Clutch ($2,230, prada.com )

Black and white – Uptown

Black and white is a classic combo that can work for almost any occasion. Look chic in a crisp shirt and skirt combo that is family and workplace friendly.

Joe Fresh Tuxedo Shirt ($39, joefresh.com )

Vivetta Moretti Wool Check Midi Skirt ($212, modaoperandi.com )

Tabitha Simmons Alexa Flat in Black and White ($695, pinktartan.com )

Zara Fabric Messenger Bag ($50, zara.com

Black and white – Downtown

Layer your look with graphic black and white pieces. Take a mod spin with a shift dress and printed tee worn underneath. A clunky but comfortable shoe will add edge this outfit and have you dancing all night long.

TopShop Stripe Wool Mix Jacket ($120, topshop.com )

Joe Fresh Polka Dot Tee ($19, joefresh.com )

Victoria Victoria Beckham Wool Dress ($1,757, mytheresa.com )

T.U.K Two-Toned Creeper Boots ($100, jcrew.com )