Classic with a Twist

Who thinks black is boring? Here’s how you can shine like a star in an LBD this festive season.

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Who thinks black is boring? Here’s how you can shine like a star in an LBD this festive season.

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On Anna (left) Sequinned earrings, price unavailable; metal chain bangle, $320; and polka dot embossed leather kitty heels, $390, all from Bimba Y Lola. Mesh polka dot sheer dress, $39.90, from Bershka. Lace tube dress, $149, from J.O.A at Eclecticism.

On Kirsten Sequinned earrings, price unavailable, from Bimba Y Lola. Lace sheer dress, $39, from Forever21. Sequinned romper, $59.90, from H&M. Booties, $370, from Ash.

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Star earrings, $14.90, from H&M. Metal choker, price unavailable, and fur coat, price unavailable, both from Michael Kors. Faux fur pendent necklace, $110; leather gloves, $150; and beaded bracelets, $100, all from Bimba Y Lola. Lace dress, $139, from J.O.A at Eclecticism.

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On Anna (left) Ball front and back metal earrings, $7.95, from Cotton On. Batwing lace dress, $370, from Alice McCall at Et-I-Kit. Metallic top, $35.90, from Bershka. Leather clutch, $520, from Kate Spade. Metallic kitty heels, $49, from H&M.

On Kirsten Loop earrings, $170; bangle, $260; pig hard case clutch, $780; and suede leather coloured stones heels, $490, all from Kate Spade. Metallic wool sweater, $930, form MSGM. Textured cotton dress, $420, from Shonajoy at Et-I-Kit.

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On Anna (left) Wool beanie, $550, from Venna at On Pedder. Beaded necklace, $225, from Bimba Y Lola. Cut-out cotton sleeves dress, price unavailable, from Cos. Cotton pants, $430, from MSGM. Canvas sneakers, $300, from Ash.

On Kirsten Wool beanie, $550, from Venna at On Pedder. Cotton dress, $665, from Paper London at Lula Rock. Cotton pants, $860, from MSGM. Canvas sneakers, $310, from Ash.

Photography VEE CHIN
Photography VEE CHIN

Metal loop earrings, $7, from Forever21. Beaded necklace, $165, and leather gloves, price unavailable, both from Bimba Y Lola. Dress with tassels, $299, from Keepsake at Eclecticism. Faux fur coat, price unavailable, from H&M.