Men’s partywear and where to shop for it can often feel like an overwhelming task: wading through a swamp of sequins, only to buy something you’ll never wear again. This doesn’t have to be the case. Picking an outfit for New Years Eve or the office Christmas party can be as easy as opting for a wide-fit pair of smart trousers, adding a brooch to your jacket or pulling on a pair of heeled boots. Where to look is also often as important as what to look for. Independent brands like a.v. vattev and Ahluwalia offer embellished shirting and knitwear that can elevate your evening attire without looking like you’ve taken a trip to the fancy dress shop. Oh, and don't forget to add a simple chain necklace or ring to your look – Jacob Elordi, A$AP Rocky and Austin Butler are rarely seen on the red carpet without a flourish of jewellery.

Viper cardigan, £225, a.v. vattev

Dark grey trousers, £89.99, H&M Atelier

Velvet bomber, £119, Zara

Black Swan jacquard shirt, £300, Paul Smith

Feather chain necklace £204.42 and Magpie pendant £73.33, both O.P Jewellery x Ragnar Persson

Pin tuck trousers, £200, Daniel Simmons

Mixologist embroidered socks, £12, Percival

Leather loafers, £99, John Lewis

Cashmere polo shirt, £550, John Smedley x Bill Nighy

Cherry belt, £80, Duke + Dexter

Military trouser, £510, Mithridate

Black and white leather shoes, £165, Camper

Halley merino cardigan, £179, All Saints

Cove bracelet, £350, Tom Wood

Pleated wide trousers, £39.90, Uniqlo

Loose-fit tuxedo shirt, £84.99, H&M Atelier

Cuboid shoulder bag, £395, Bao Bao Issey Miyake

Lab diamond signet ring, £279, The Diamond Store

Harold brooch jacket, £170, Sister Jane

Short-sleeve shirt, £450, Ahluwalia

Blue stripe trousers, £75, Abercrombie & Fitch

Leather Harrington jacket, £299, Jaeger from M&S

Navy-stripe shirt, £49.95, Moss

Table tie, £59, Les Deux

Brown wool wide-leg trousers, £249, Oliver Spencer

Coat, £570, Samsøe Samsøe

Rose brooch, £49, Kent & Curwen

Leather ankle boots, £760, Lemaire from Mytheresa





