M&S Picks for the party season
It seems strange when we look back on Marks and Spencer from the 1980s and 1990s. It had become a shop that was synonymous with grandma fashion. The place you could look for a good quality pair of trousers with an elasticated waist, a soft knit cardi or jumper, and of course, the only place to go for big knickers or a bra fitting. It was practical and reliable, but fashionable was not a word you would ever use to describe it.
But that was then. In recent years M&S woke up. We had the much anticipated adverts containing a range of influential women from Erin O Conner to Twiggy. Then we had the must buy pieces, the much lusted after pink coat, and the a-line leather skirt worn by Alexa Chung and Olivia Palermo. And then we had the Archive by Alexa collection, which did split opinions but I personally loved it. M&S could not be accused of not trying to keep up with current styles and trends. The prices also seem more affordablenow, although you can make this even better by searching for Marks and Spencer Voucher Codes which can guarantee you never miss a sale or promotion, or get you free delivery options. (This may also give you a guilt free option, as My Favourite Voucher Codes donate 20% of their profits to charity. By using their voucher codes you’re donating to charity.)
The latest party collection has now been launched and it is so full of beautiful things it is basically my Autumn/Winter 2016 wishlist. It is wearable and yet so glam, drawing influences from disco and Glam Rock in the form of hot metallics, but there are also shades of folkloric, with Winter florals, long sleeves and flouncy shapes. This season’s pleats are well represented and there are also classic styles in black for those who prefer their Christmas outfits to be sleek and minimal – I’m particularly loving the black strapless jumpsuit which has shades of Victoria Beckham and Gwen Stefani about it.
Here are some of my key picks with one eye towards Winter, but another firmly looking towards Christmas and all those lovely, festive nights out.
Let me know what you think.
M&S Edit
M&S COLLECTION New Long Sleeve Jersey Top £19.50 Click to visit M&S
AUTOGRAPH New Floral Print Midi Dress £65 Click to visit M&S
LIMITED EDITION New Cotton Rich Turtle Neck Bodycon Dress £29.50 Click to visit M&S
PER UNA New Gold Jacquard Print Tapered Leg Trousers
£45 Click to visit M&S
M&S COLLECTION New Long Sleeve Notch Neck Tunic Dress £29.50 Click to visit M&S
LIMITED EDITION New Satin Ruffle Long Sleeve Shell Top
£35 Click to visit M&S
LIMITED EDITION New Bird Jacquard Print A-Line Skirt
£59 Click to visit M&S
AUTOGRAPH New Strapless Jumpsuit £69 Click to visit M&S
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24 Comments
Tara
Some gorgeous picks here, I love that can you dress some of them down.
Miracle Max
Some lovely bits here. I agree about M&S used to be seen as a bit of a Grandma shop but I’m only 33 and I quite often shop in there now. Jo x
LaaLaa
M&S have stepped up their game so much in recent years. There was times I wouldn’t dare go in LOL now happy enough.
CHARLOTTE EVANS
that silver pleated top though! I just bought a jersey swing top from there with eyelash lace all down the sleeves, it’s so beautiful- I am loving m&s atm! xx
Sarah Bailey
Now those are some gorgeous picks. M&S have definitely come on a long way in the last couple of years. x
Claire
I can’t believe it’s nearly Christmas party time. Some lovely sparkly bits and bobs here!
Milly Youngman
I love M&S at the moment! I always thought of it as a little ‘old’ for me but they have some really nice pieces!
nicol
the jumpsuit and the metallic skirt. those are some amazing picks!
Liz Mays
These designs are really nice. I’m loving the dresses and skirts! They’d be great for date nights and parties.
Rhian Westbury
I love the glittery long sleeve top at the top and the rose print bodycon dress is so nice x
melissa major
Some fabulous choices here, I really like the sparkly skirt 🙂
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy
I have been really impressed with the clothes in M&S recently. A great place to go for a party dress.
Kathryn
I was in m&s today and was admiring all of the new range. I adore the metallics you have picked out xx
Christine Dodd
I love the metallic pleat skirt – may just have to invest!
Nayna Kanabar
What a lovely range of clothing. M&S fashion seems to be improving and getting more modern.
Stella Kashmoney
Fab pieces here. I love the look of the pleated skirt.
Julie Wright
love your choices and loving the selection of clothes that M&S have at the moment. I love that black tunic dress, so classy 🙂
Harriet from Toby & Roo
Love these picks – some seriously stylish fashions here!
Stephen
Well it definitely looks as though M&S has upped its game in the clothing department for sure, it used to be a tad dated.
stephanie
I really like Marks & Spencer’s and their current collections are lovely. I love some of the bits you’ve pulled out there – especially the black jumpsuit! x
Hannah
So many fun pieces! I love that sequin skirt x
MELANIE EDJOURIAN
Great selection. I love that limited edition body con dress is gorgeous and perfect for a party.
Sally Akins
You’ve picked out some lovely items here – that rose print body con dress is gorgeous!
Jenni
Theres some beautiful picks here, love the tunic dress x