Emma worn a dress similar to our jumper dress pick

Emma worn a dress similar to our jumper dress pick

The weather is cold and frosty, so it's the perfect time to bring out that wardrobe staple everyone should own - the sweater dress. Known also as the jumper dress, they are a perfect way to keep warm and look fashionable.

With its great flexibility to be worn so many ways, the sweater dress will be sure to save you from a winter fashion crisis. The sweater dress has come a long way from chunky, unflattering and itchy to something that can be worn for any occasion.

Fabric technology means that jumper dresses are now thinner and can complement a figure, not just drown it in thick knitting. Mixing texture and shape is a great way of bringing this outfit right up-to-date. Accessorise any dress with opaque tights and boots, for a casual day look. Add a cinching belt and sky-scraper heels for night time glamour.

FemaleFirst loves both of these jumper dresses.

The red dress is available online for £45 from Topshop. The orange dress is also available online for £40 from Topshop.

The chiffon detailing on the red dress is very similar to a design by William Tempest which was worn by Harry Potter star, Emma Watson on the red carpet last month. This dress is very much on trend and could be dressed-up or down. The orange jumper dress has great detailing on the sleeves and pockets, which adds a great touch of feminity to this outfit.

These purple satin strap heels are perfect for the red jumper dress. Purple is 2009's hottest colour and they really complete this whole look. They are available to buy from ASOS.com for a steal of just £19. The triple buckle biker boots would contrast fantastically with the feminity of the orange dress. They are available to buy online from ASOS.com for a bargain price of £14.

A perfect winter warmer!

FemaleFirst - Stacey Malvern