Buying Yourself An Outfit

It’s that time of year when any spare moments you have are spent planning for Christmas, and buying the necessities. Presents, cards, turkey, mince pies – it just wouldn’t be the same without them. When you’re busy with festive preparations, it can be difficult to squeeze in another essential annual task – buying yourself a fabulous new party outfit. The endless flow of Christmas parties with friends, family, and work colleagues can either have you grinning from reindeer earring to reindeer earring, or reaching for another bottle of sherry to get you through having to make awkward small talk with your boss, the in-laws or that difficult extended family member. Being the belle of the ball can make these parties just that little bit more special – or at least that little bit more bearable. And you deserve a treat after the presents have been bought, envelopes licked and Christmas cake baked. So this year, instead of worrying whether that dress is slightly too short for the office gathering, if you’ll ever put it on again, or if anyone else will be wearing the same thing, try and enjoy taking some time out to focus on yourself. Whether you’re tempted by silver sequins or lean towards the long, dark and slinky, the best tip is to make sure you feel great about your outfit. Spoil yourself. Turning heads isn’t necessarily about sporting the brightest colours in the room or being the most daring. Instead, it's about choosing something to wear that makes you feel as though you’re wrapped up in pure glamour. This may be advice that is quite frequently repeated, but confidence truly is the most important thing when it comes to a successful look and a fun, carefree evening. Looking your best can make you feel your best. Add an extra little sparkle of luxury to your Christmas by shopping for your party outfit using a credit card that comes with extras.Credit cards from American Express give you rewards that range from flights to hotel stays to gift vouchers. Your Christmas shopping experience doesn’t just have to be cold and crowded streets. If you qualify for rewards when you buy your party outfit, you'll be in the festive mood long before the big day. Twitter//Instagram//Facebook