Nine Dobrev in Donna Karan

Nine Dobrev in Donna Karan

The festive season can mean only one colour should be gracing our wardrobes - red. 

There's no better time to invest in a red dress, it helps to get you into the mood too. 

Nina Dobrev glided down the Red Carpet in her Donna Karan gown at the Emmys this year - she was certainly best dressed of the evening. 

But she wasn't the only one to pick the hue for Award ceremony, a total of nine women wore the colour showing just how popular the colour is at the moment. 

Kate Winslet looked stunning in her Elie Saab, as did Sofia Vergara in Vera Wang. 

These three beauties also show that you can pretty much wear the colour no matter what your skin tone and hair colour. 

So embrace the trend and pick one from below. 

Osman Yousefzada for John Lewis Women Long Jersey Dress, Red

Osman Yousefzada for John Lewis Women Long Jersey Dress, Red

This stunning Osman Yousefzada for John Lewis Women's long jersey dress is a contemporary piece. 

Pull hair up to show off the boat neckline and wear it with some stunning drop earrings. 

A pair of super high heels that will help to create the illusion of an even taller you. 

This dress creates a flattering silhouette, that's bound to draw attention wherever you wear this dress too. 

Available from John Lewis, £250. 

Women's Anoushka G Trudy Dress, Red                                                          

Women's Anoushka G Trudy Dress, Red

If you're going somewhere really special in the coming weeks, then this has to be the dress for you. 

The intricate neck detail means an elegant up-do will work perfectly with it, plus you'll then get to show off the back detail too. 

Wear with silver strappy heels to keep the colour in line with the neck detail and steer clear from drop earrings, nothing should take away from the shine of the dress. 

This dress is 100% silk so be extra careful with drinks because they'll stain you for the rest of evening. 

Available from House of Fraser, reduced to £180 from £300. 

Red Skater Dress

Red Skater Dress

This red skater style dress can be worn dressed up or down, so it's the best choice if you don't have your plans cemented just yet. 

Wear with tights and ballet pumps for the day, don't forget about a super chunky cardigan and scarf, especially if the snow is on the way. 

Dress it up with a pair or trusty black ankle boots, then add a super luxe clutch bag, in a print or glitter.

Leopard print looks great with red, it gives off a real sex kitten vibe.

Available from Quiz, £26.99.  

Women's Closet Closet gathered neck peplum dress, Red

Women's Closet Closet gathered neck peplum dress, Red

Closet Closet gathered neck peplum dress will take you from the office to the bar with just a few simple changes.

This dress was made for women with curves and the small deatils will only enhance them further. 

Wear with tights and court shoes in the office. Hair should be down, as it'll stop the look from being too contrived. 

Then as you're ready to head out for some drinks whip out a printed heel, tights are a personal choice - which will mainly be based on the weather - and put hair into a pony with loose tendrels framing your face. Add a pair of hoop earrings and you're ready to go. 

Available from House of Fraser, £30 reduced from £45. 

Femalefirst Taryn Davies


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